Senior Civil Engineer

About Mott MacDonald

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy that is employee-owned. The company fosters strong local leadership within a collaborative culture aiming to enhance communities, protect the environment, and deliver sustained value through projects in New Zealand.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join our expanding Civil & Water team in Wellington. This position plays a crucial role in the execution of complex infrastructure projects related to water, wastewater, and stormwater across the lower North Island.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute both conceptual and detailed civil engineering designs for water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects.
• Develop technical and commercial documents, including drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
• Support construction oversight, contract administration, and maintain active site engagement.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams within New Zealand and the broader Mott MacDonald network.
• Establish and nurture robust relationships with clients and contribute meaningfully to project planning and delivery discussions.
• Mentor graduate and intermediate engineers, fostering technical and professional development.

Candidate Profile

• Possess a tertiary degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
• Demonstrate proven expertise in water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects.
• Have strong civil design skills with specific experience in pipeline and hydraulic engineering.
• Experienced in multidisciplinary consulting settings.
• Confident in engaging clients, stakeholders, and partners throughout project lifecycles.
• Cultivate a cooperative working style and show enthusiasm for mentoring emerging engineers.
• Possession or pursuit of Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status is advantageous.

Why Choose Mott MacDonald

Our firm emphasizes the value of individuals behind the projects by being employee-owned, facilitating a supportive, inclusive workplace that champions diversity and well-being. We offer flexible work arrangements and promote ongoing professional development, mentoring, and accessible career pathways. Employees have the privilege of influencing company direction through our unique ownership structure and profit-sharing.

Employee Ownership & Benefits

• Ownership model ensures employee stake and voice without external shareholders.
• Entitlement to performance bonuses linked to personal and group achievements.
• Progressive career growth increases individual stake in the organization.
• Direct communication channels with senior leadership.
• Flexible and agile work environments that support both professional and personal life.
• Attractive salary augmented by discretionary bonuses.
• Extensive insurance coverage including life, personal accident, and salary continuance insurance.
• Options for purchasing additional annual leave to improve work-life balance.
• Access to employee resource groups like Inclusive Network for Women and Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce, accommodating opportunities for part-time and job-sharing arrangements where feasible.

Additional Information

Location: Wellington, New Zealand
Contract Type: Permanent
Work Pattern: Full Time
Discipline: Civil Engineering
Market: Water Sector