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This exciting position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of impactful and technically demanding projects, where you’ll deliver innovative structural engineering solutions while managing projects from concept to completion. In this roe, you will play a key part in providing technical expertise, driving business excellence, and consistently exceeding client expectations.\nThis design role, embedded within a Tier 1 Contractor, provides the opportunity to produce designs that will be scrutinised for buildability and practicality - our site teams will provide valuable feedback on the design solutions that you create. If you’ve got an eye for how things are put together or are keen to add this ability to your skill set, then this is the role for you.\nKey Responsibilities:\nDevelop and deliver structural engineering designs and solution for various projects, including permanent works and temporary works for bridges, civil structures, commercial and industrial structures with designs in reinforced concrete, steel, timber and masonry \nProvide technical supervision during construction, ensuring designs are implemented accurately and safely, minimising rework and risk \nEngage with clients and stakeholders, building strong relationships and identifying opportunities for business development\nPrepare detailed documentation, including design reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices\nPromote a culture of Zero Harm, safety, and sustainability in all work practices\nNga pūkenga matua | Important Skills\nTo be successful in this role, you will have:\nBachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)\nProven experience in structural engineering design and project management\nExcellent problem solving and analytical skills\nSound commercial understanding and acumen\nStrong knowledge of NZ design codes\nSound experience using AutoCAD (or similar)\nKo te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here\nDowner is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:\nFree access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes \nDiscounts for Southern Cross, Samsung, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more!\n$500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer\nGreat promotion and career development opportunities \nHave a look at our other great benefits here!\nMe pēhea ki te tono | How to apply\nIf this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 731896.\nWe are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. 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