Intermediate Civil Engineer - Hawkes Bay

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Help shape resilient communities across Hawke’s Bay At Tonkin + Taylor, we help clients solve some of the most complex engineering and environmental challenges facing New Zealand. As a proudly New Zealand, employee-owned consultancy, our people are driven by technical excellence, practical problem-solving and a shared purpose to create and sustain a better world. Due to internal movements in the Hawke’s Bay office, we’re looking for an Intermediate Civil Engineer to join our Napier team and contribute to projects that support thriving, resilient local communities. This role is ideal for an all-rounder with a strong civil engineering foundation and who is ready to broaden their consulting experience, grow their technical capability and build trusted client relationships. As an Intermediate Civil Engineer, you’ll support the delivery of practical, innovative solutions across civil infrastructure and land development projects. You’ll contribute to design, reporting, construction support, contract administration and stakeholder engagement, working alongside experienced engineers, scientists, planners and project managers. You’ll have the opportunity to work across projects including flood protection and river engineering, land development and subdivisions, three waters infrastructure, roading and transport, coastal protection, resilience initiatives and public infrastructure upgrades. This position is full-time and based in our Napier office, with the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work across Hawke’s Bay and beyond. For the right person, relocation support may be available to help make the move as smooth as possible. Why Hawke’s Bay Hawke’s Bay offers an enviable lifestyle, with a relaxed coastal pace, sunny climate, vibrant food and wine scene, and easy access to beaches, cycle trails, markets and outdoor adventures. From Napier’s Art Deco charm and waterfront cafés to nearby vineyards, Te Mata Peak and weekend escapes across the region, it’s a place where you can build a meaningful career while enjoying a genuinely balanced lifestyle. What you’ll do Support the delivery of civil infrastructure, land development, three waters, transport and resilience projects. Contribute to civil design, calculations, technical assessments, specifications and design documentation. Prepare clear, high-quality technical reports and project deliverables for clients and stakeholders. Assist with construction monitoring, contract administration and project coordination. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across T+T. Engage with clients, councils, contractors and community stakeholders to support successful project delivery. Support proposals, business development and client relationship growth where appropriate to your experience level. Contribute to a positive team culture and support the development of junior staff where appropriate. We’re interested in hearing from people who enjoy solving practical engineering challenges and want to make a meaningful contribution to the communities they work in. Ideally, you’ll bring: Strong experience in civil engineering, ideally within a consulting environment. A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. Experience delivering civil infrastructure, land development, three waters, roading, transport or resilience projects. Strong project coordination and stakeholder management skills. The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment. Experience with construction monitoring and contract administration would be advantageous. A practical, solutions-focused mindset and a commitment to technical excellence and continuous learning. Progress toward chartership would be an advantage. If you don’t meet every requirement but have strong civil engineering experience and a willingness to learn, we’d still encourage you to apply. At T+T, you’ll be supported to do meaningful work, grow your career and enjoy a range of benefits, including: Relocation package Flexible working arrangements, including the option to purchase additional leave. Professional development, mentoring, internal learning programmes and support toward chartership. Competitive remuneration, including paid overtime as per your employment agreement. A $750 annual wellbeing allowance, Sonder 24/7 wellbeing support and annual flu vaccinations. Enhanced family support, including parental leave benefits and back-to-work coaching. A supportive, inclusive culture with active social clubs and meaningful projects across New Zealand. #J-18808-Ljbffr