Project Engineer - Structures / Levin
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 6, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 30, 2026.
Mō te tūranga | About the role
We’re looking for an experienced Structures - Project Engineer to join us on the major project Ōtaki to North Levin - Te Pae o Tararua.
This is a big one - a Roads of National Significance project!
The Ōtaki to North Levin (Te Pae o Tararua) project focuses on upgrading the transport link along State Highway 1 (SH1) between Ōtaki and North Levin to improve road safety, reduce congestion, enhance travel efficiency, and support regional economic growth. It is one of the Government’s Roads of National Significance and is being undertaken by two Alliances - the north (delivered by partners Fulton Hogan, HEB, WSP and Aurecon) and south (delivered by partners Downer, McConnell Dowell, Beca and Tonkin+Taylor).
This exciting new four-lane 24.8km highway project will dramatically improve safety and resilience, providing better access to walking and cycling facilities for those moving around or through the Horowhenua and Kāpiti districts.
Key role responsibilities:
- Manage the teams and sub-contractors within your area and coordinate with other teams to ensure optimisation of resources and efficiency
- Plan the execution of the works and develop construction methodology for all elements of the works
- Provide a monthly forecast of cost to complete to the commercial manager, and an estimate of the work completed in terms of percentages complete to the planner
- Provide technical advice and resolve on-site issues as they arise
- Reviewing drawings, specifications and construction methodologies
- Maintain a safe and tidy site, assisting in the development of management systems and ensuring compliance within your team
- Monitor expenses, process invoices, and contribute to financial reporting.
- Undertake regular inspections & driving health, safety, environmental, and quality standards across the project.
We’re looking for someone with:
- Hold a bachelor/diploma in civil engineering at NZQF Level 7+
- Have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Project Engineer or Senior Site Engineer within a structures civil portfolio that includes reinforced concrete, bridges, retaining walls, piling, and/or treatment plants and pipelines, State highway flyovers.
- Proven experience working with contractors, consultants, and key stakeholders
- Have commercial awareness and understanding of programme, cost, quality, and risk management with proven experience
- Excellent leadership qualities
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- A collaborative leadership style with a passion for mentoring and developing others
Good Work equals Good Benefits
- Company vehicle
- KiwiSaver employer contributions
- Additional Fuel discount card
- Parental leave top-up payment with additional return to work support
- Family scholarships
- Ongoing training and development, career growth and progression opportunities
- Great discounts at a wide range of retailers
- Medical insurance (an eligibility period applies)
- Life insurance
At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us.
In partnership with NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Muaūpoko Tribal Authority, local hapū of Ngāti Raukawa ki te Tonga, and the Horowhenua District Council, this project will be executed through a two-alliance approach. Each alliance will be responsible for delivering a section of the road and associated works, ensuring a collaborative and comprehensive delivery.
All alliance partners are committed to creating a positive legacy for the region. This is your opportunity to be part of something extraordinary. Join us in shaping the future of transport in the region
Ko wai mātou | About us
At Fulton Hogan, Good Work is about more than what we build. It’s how we show up, how we work together, and how we support the communities around us. We’re serious about safety, quality and performance, but we’re also human. We take the work seriously, not ourselves.
How to apply
If you’re ready to be part of a team doing Good Work on a project with real scale and impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join Fulton Hogan and help shape the future of transport in Aotearoa.
Please tailor your CV to a maximum of three pages. In your cover letter, highlight your experience in reinforced concrete and heavy civil infrastructure, in the areas mentioned above. Focusing on these areas will help us get a clear picture of your technical capability and the value you can bring to the team.