Skip to main content
Posted 16 July, 2026

Senior Engineer - Water

WSP in New Zealand
Auckland, AUK, NZ Full Time
Reference: d96a9e238941fa05

Job Description

Senior Engineer – Civil Water Infrastructure, Auckland We are looking for a senior leader within our Auckland Water Team who will provide technical leadership on water and wastewater projects. A subject‑matter expert with a proven track record of successful water and wastewater infrastructure project delivery, skilled at driving project outcomes through technical excellence and value add. This role is ideal for a technical specialist and leader who understands the challenges involved in moving projects from planning through to construction. Responsibilities Prepare technical studies, plans and reports, participate in public consultation/engagement programmes, take a lead strategic view across projects, and formulate advice to clients on technical issues when required. Be recognised in WSP as an emerging technical leader in water and wastewater with a focus on large pipelines, including experience in trenchless installation, pump stations and underground structures, and provide technical inputs into projects and proposals. Manage designs on projects and programmes of work through day‑to‑day design guidance, providing robust and future‑ready solutions that meet client and community needs. Coordinate and deliver design package deliverables on time with fit‑for‑purpose quality and value for money. Qualifications Minimum 7 years’ professional experience as an infrastructure / water and wastewater professional. Recognised tertiary qualification. CPEng or equivalent. Experience in design, design management, construction/supervision in water supply and wastewater infrastructure, including pipelines and pump stations, delivering projects through the construction phase. Preferable professional experience in a design‑delivery related discipline. WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Sign up for Job Alerts