Contract Engineer

2 weeks ago

Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Downer Group Full time
At Downer we believe relationships build success. As a leading provider of integrated services, we're committed to supporting our customers with high-calibre services and solutions. Our Waikato Paving team is no exception. We proudly support our customers by delivering high standards of work all whilst offering our people opportunities for growth.

The Opportunity | Te Kōwhiringa
The Contract Engineer in our Waikato Asphalt Paving team is focused on supporting the operational delivery team.

This is a varied role that will prove to be both challenging and rewarding as you embark on a collaborative journey designing, planning, and executing a range of road maintenance projects.


You will be required to work with our established teams using their experience and abilities to pull together plans, required by the onsite delivery team to execute our work successfully.


This includes:

  • Talking to our traffic management planners, stakeholder managers, sealing crews, traffic management crews, construction crews and clients.
  • Carrying out the delivery reporting on the asphalt operations as well as monitoring QA.
  • Handling the financial management of all the paving projects
  • Ensuring a focus on Health & Safety within the team
This role is well suited to someone who is looking to get a well-rounded experience in surfacing.

Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Matua
To be successful within this role we are looking for a team player who will bring with them the following skills and experience:

  • Experience in the construction or civil industry
  • Experienced in project financial management and reporting
  • Ability to work across geographical boundaries, nights and weekends as required
  • Preferably hold or working towards gaining a tertiary qualification in engineering
  • Ability to influence and negotiate effectively with clients and subcontractors
  • Strong experience using MS Office and Project
  • Current Full Drivers' License

Why you will enjoy working here | Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei


Working for a progressive and stable organisation, Downer offers more than just the basics you'd expect from a large organisation.

Our benefits are designed to develop the whole person, at home and at work - trust us when we say we've got you covered.

Here's just a brief insight into some of the many things we can offer you:

  • Discounts for Samsung, Repco, PB Tech, Gym memberships and health insurance discounts for you and your family
  • Travel discounts available
  • Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader's programme for top performers
  • Referral programme bonus of $500
  • Safety equipment and clothing provided as part of the role
  • Work vehicle or travel allowance provided
  • Work phone

Our Organisation | Ko wai mātou
Our Transport business is a market leader, shaping and influencing the future of New Zealand's infrastructure.

Incorporating more than 2,500 employees, this business covers a diverse range of services including operations and maintenance of road, rail, port and airport infrastructure, material production and manufacturing, technical services, leading research and development facilities and a large asset base including fixed and mobile assets, with revenues exceeding $800m annually.

Downer NZ is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture.

We 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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