Senior Civil Engineer

Role overview

GHD is looking for an accomplished Senior Civil Engineer to join its Hamilton team and contribute to major transport and civil infrastructure work across New Zealand. This position combines technical leadership, project delivery, mentoring, and client-facing responsibilities within a respected consultancy known for collaboration and high standards.

You will help shape projects from early concept through construction and completion, while working with a globally connected network of specialists. The role suits someone who enjoys solving complex infrastructure challenges, guiding teams, and building trusted client relationships.

Key responsibilities

• Take the lead on planning, designing, and overseeing construction for complex infrastructure projects from concept through delivery.
• Track project progress and manage delivery against agreed quality, time, and cost targets.
• Carry out site inspections, review drawings and specifications, and advise on corrective or remedial actions where needed.
• Support contract and project management work, including communication with subcontractors and project stakeholders.
• Coach and develop project team members while encouraging innovation, better ways of working, and ongoing learning.
• Gather, review, and interpret project information to inform decisions and support outcomes tailored to client needs.
• Stay current with engineering codes, industry practices, and new technologies relevant to infrastructure work.

Candidate profile

• A bachelor’s qualification in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
• Between 8 and 15 years of professional engineering experience, with progress toward or possession of CPEng certification preferred.
• Strong design background across a wide variety of infrastructure projects.
• A self-motivated approach with the ambition to grow and shape your career.
• Proven ability to build productive client relationships and identify ways to create value.
• A delivery-focused mindset with a track record of achieving high-quality outcomes in collaborative settings.
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving capability, including confidence with engineering tools and software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work well in multidisciplinary teams.
• A genuine interest in learning, mentoring others, and contributing to an inclusive team environment.

What the employer offers

You will join a high-performing civil infrastructure team working on a diverse mix of projects across New Zealand, from smaller local developments to large-scale initiatives. The company has a strong workload pipeline and provides access to meaningful work that can help broaden both your technical exposure and professional network.

Although the position is based in Hamilton, you may be based from any office in New Zealand, with opportunities to contribute to work outside your local region. The role also supports a hybrid working approach, with three days each week in the office for collaboration and connection.

The organisation promotes equal opportunity and welcomes applications from people of all nationalities, genders, and cultural backgrounds. Agency resumes are not requested at this stage.

About the company

GHD is a global professional services firm with expertise across engineering, architecture, and construction. Employee-owned and operating through more than 200 offices in over five continents, the business brings together more than 11,000 people to help solve major challenges in water, energy, and urbanisation. Its commitment-driven culture focuses on delivering meaningful impact through technical excellence and collaboration.

Additional information

This is a full-time position based in Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand. The company encourages applicants who are curious, determined, and motivated to make a positive difference in transport and infrastructure outcomes.