Senior or Principal Pavement Design Engineer

Senior or Principal Pavement Design Engineer
Various locations - Auckland, Wellington or Dunedin preferred, though we will consider applicants from other locations

Are you a pavement design engineer with at least 10+ years' experience? Then read on...
We know that what we do really matters which is why at Stantec, we design with community in mind.

The opportunity | Ko te aheinga

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a proven track record of pavement design and engineering who can drive continuous improvement in a highly visible role.

We are on the lookout for a talented individual with a genuine desire to help us achieve our purpose - to design with communities in mind. We require a professionally qualified Pavement Engineer with a desire to utilize their engineering skill and expertise. Experience in airport and heavy-duty pavement design would be advantageous.

Day to day tasks would involve:

• Providing technical advice and support on pavement designs and annual resurfacing and rehabilitation programs
• Developing design and maintenance management practices for pavements and road surfaces
• Determining client requirements, including presentation of pavement options
• Developing and mentoring junior staff to enable effective succession planning
• Conducting and managing site surveys and investigations
• Developing and managing quality assurance systems during construction

What we offer | Nga huanga mou

Along with a competitive salary and a vibrant working environment, we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

• Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts
• Learning and Talent Development Programs including global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
• Mentoring for your own development
• Professional Memberships
• Health Insurance - Income Protection Insurance- Life Insurance
• Service Recognition Awards
• Employee Assistance Program

About us | E pa ki a matou

The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.

How to apply

To discuss this opportunity further, please contact Margaret McMeel on +64 9 580 4502 0r mobile +64 275 442 930

Applications close on Sunday19 July 2026