Engineering Manager

We are looking for a leader who will shape engineering excellence across our national Group. NZS Group is expanding across commercial, industrial and infrastructure sectors, and we’re investing in stronger engineering capability to support that growth. We are looking for someone who wants to shape the future of engineering across a national Group. You’ll influence how design is done, how capability is built, and how major projects are won and delivered. You’ll see the impact of your leadership every day — on sites, in tenders, and across the businesses you support. The salary range for this role is $130,000–$180,000, with the higher end applicable to candidates who hold formal engineering qualifications. The role can be based in Auckland or Wellington. ENGINEERING MANAGER – NZS GROUP We are looking for a leader who will shape engineering excellence across our national Group. NZS Group is expanding across commercial, industrial and infrastructure sectors, and we’re investing in stronger engineering capability to support that growth. We are looking for someone who wants to shape the future of engineering across a national Group. You’ll influence how design is done, how capability is built, and how major projects are won and delivered. You’ll see the impact of your leadership every day — on sites, in tenders, and across the businesses you support. The salary range for this role is $130,000–$180,000, with the higher end applicable to candidates who hold formal engineering qualifications. The role can be based in Auckland or Wellington. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a leader who will: Set engineering direction : Guide our companies on how to scope, design and plan jobs requiring engineering input. Lead design standards, oversee peer reviews and ensure high‑risk work follows correct methodology. Build design capability : Lift the Group’s proficiency with design software and other tools. Lead training, coach teams, and ensure software and design blocks are maintained and used consistently. Lead Engineer engagement : Oversee how engineering work is allocated across the engineering team. Ensure the team is engaged at the right level and focused on priority projects and customers. Drive innovation and digital engineering : Champion BIM, building scans and digital tools that improve pricing accuracy, strengthen tender submissions and enhance delivery planning. Own Group engineering policy — Maintain and enforce engineering policies and procedures across all companies. Lead consistent adoption and continuous improvement. Lead quality assurance — Conduct site inspections to ensure builds follow design intent. Identify training needs and lead capability uplift where gaps exist. What Success Looks Like We are looking for someone who will deliver: Consistent engineering practice across all companies for higher‑risk jobs. Strong in‑house design capability embedded into pricing, planning and delivery. Effective use of NZS Group Engineers for design review/sign‑off and methodology advice. What You Bring We are looking for someone with: Scaffolding & engineering/design experience — background in scaffolding, temporary works and design. Leadership experience — proven ability to lead people, influence teams and manage technical workstreams. Adaptability — able to work in a busy environment and with a range of people across multiple companies and disciplines. #J-18808-Ljbffr