Posted 06 August, 2026
Roading Engineer
BTW Company
Hamilton, WKO, NZ
Full Time
Reference: 8066d970b679059a
Job Description
As a Roading Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering safe, practicalroading and transport infrastructure solutions for local government and privatesector clients. You’ll take projects from early scoping and optioneering through to detailed design, construction drawings, and documentation - covering roadway geometry, pavements, drainage/culverts, and associated features such as signage and pavement markings. Your design approach will be pragmatic and risk‑focused, recognising site‑specificconstraints and ensuring outputs are fit‑for‑purpose and aligned with applicable standardsand client requirements. You’ll collaborate closely with experienced BTW designers and external stakeholders,and you’ll ground‑truth designs through site visits and provide responsive support through procurement and construction to achieve high‑quality outcomes. Key responsibilities Lead roading design projects from early scoping and investigations through to detaileddesign and construction documentation. Oversee and guide design outputs working with BTW designers Prepare and review technical reports, specifications, and estimates, ensuring designs arepractical, buildable, and fit‑for‑purpose. Ground‑truth designs through site visits, stakeholder engagement, and close coordination with contractors and project teams. Provide senior technical support through procurement and construction, including designclarifications and issue resolution to keep delivery on track. About you Diploma in Civil Engineering or higher education 10+ years’ road asset management experience Strong technical engineering knowledge, including at least 5 years’ experience applying regulatory frameworks within New Zealand or Australia Excellent communication, autonomy, analytical and strategic problem-solving skills. Full NZ Drivers Licence - Class 1 This is a senior role. Why Join Us? Since 1973, BTW has delivered creative, sustainable solutions across engineering, surveying, planning, and environmental science.With 90+ professionals in New Plymouth, Hamilton, Taupō, Taumarunui, and Raglan, we offer stability, career growth, and a commitment to innovation. Enjoy employee-led training Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team Flexible workday options to support your work‑life balance. Ready to make an impact? Have you checked out our BTW Company video (see link above) and love our values and the things we do! #J-18808-Ljbffr