Intermediate Civil Engineer

Recruitment Brands – Wellington Central, North Island Ready to take the next step in your civil engineering career? Join a business that genuinely backs its people from day one. We are looking for an Intermediate Civil Design Engineer to join a tight-knit, highly supportive Wellington team. This is a standout opportunity for an engineer who has built solid technical capability and is now ready for more ownership, more variety, and a clear, mentored pathway toward senior-level responsibility. You will escape the rigid corporate grind and step into an environment offering a highly competitive $110k+ package, fully funded Southern Cross health insurance, 15 days of sick leave from day one, and genuine flexible working. What You’ll Be Doing Technical Design: Deliver end-to-end civil design across a diverse mix of residential and commercial developments, tackling Wellington’s unique topography, steep terrain, and complex three-waters challenges. Infrastructure Layouts: Design practical, buildable solutions for stormwater, wastewater, water supply, earthworks, and roading. Software Mastery: Use Civil 3D to produce fully coordinated, high-quality design drawings and technical documentation. Project Autonomy: Run your own smaller commercial and residential design packages with the safety net, backing, and mentorship of an experienced Senior/Principal Engineer right beside you. Site & Stakeholder Exposure: Work closely with internal teams, local councils, and external stakeholders, alongside contributing to contract management and construction monitoring activities. What You’ll Bring Category Requirements Qualifications & Experience A relevant degree in Civil Engineering. 3 –6 years of experience within a New Zealand civil design consultancy environment. Technical Competencies Strong, proven proficiency in Civil 3D for land development layouts. Practical understanding of NZ design standards, local authority requirements, and earthworks/roading design. Exposure to construction monitoring or contract management is a strong plus. Professional Drive Excellent communication skills and the drive to keep developing technically as you transition into a senior role. What’s on Offer Health & Wellbeing: Fully funded Southern Cross Wellbeing One Health Insurance (optional) and employer-contributed annual skin health checks. Unbeatable Leave Perks: 15 days of paid sick leave from day one, paid birthday leave, 2 half-days of personal time, and 1 paid volunteer day each year. Career Growth: Clear career development pathways with full financial and mentorship support toward your professional accreditation (CPEng). Culture: A social, inclusive, and genuinely supportive team culture with flexible hybrid working arrangements that fit your life. Please Note: Only applicants currently residing in New Zealand with valid local work rights will be considered for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr