Senior Traffic/transport Engineer
2 weeks ago
**19811BR**
**Requisition Number**:
19811BR
**Description**:
Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always **design with community in mind**.
We care about the communities we serve—because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, planners, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
**About the role**
This is an exciting time of growth and development in Stantec. We are looking for a senior traffic/transport professional who wants to be a part of this expansion. We are looking for someone with skills in some or all of the following areas to enhance our teams in either Hamilton, Hastings, Nelson, Wellington or Auckland.
Transport Assessments
Land-use and development planning
Transport infrastructure & facility planning
Capacity analysis and intersection design
Access & parking design / assessments
Traffic engineering design & operational solutions
Smart cities, complete streets, sustainable travel
Active modes planning & design; accessibility
Reporting and presentation
**Title**:
Senior Traffic/Transport Engineer (Private Sector)
**Qualifications**:
To be successful for this role you'll need:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
Be a chartered professional engineer (or equivalent) or working toward professional registration with EngNZ or an equivalent professional body
Sound experience (10 years’ +) at a professional level in the transportation industry
Confident and capable communicator, with business development skills
Excellent investigation, analytical and report writing skills
Experience in project management of large, technically complex projects
Able to build trust and provide support to peers and clients
Advanced time management skills and an ability to work to tight deadlines
Experience in the private sector desirable
**Employment Type**: Full-Time
**Job Type**: Regular
**Job Category**: Civil Engineering
**Preferred Specifications**:
**What we offer**
Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment
Learning and Talent Development Programs including global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
Mentoring for your own development
Professional Memberships
Health Insurance - Income Protection Insurance - Life Insurance
Service Recognition Awards
Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
Employee Assistance Program
**How to apply**
To discuss this opportunity further, please contact Margaret McMeel on
+64 9 580 4502 or mobile +64 275 442 930.
**About Stantec**:
The Stantec community unites approximately 22,000 employees working in over 350 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.
**Location**:
New Zealand-Auckland, New Zealand-Hamilton, New Zealand-Hastings, New Zealand-Nelson, New Zealand-Wellington
**Country**:
New Zealand
**State/Province**:
Auckland, Hawkes Bay, Tasman/Nelson, Waikato, Wellington
**City**:
Auckland, Hamilton, Hastings, Nelson, Wellington
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