Environmental Engineering Manager

5 days ago

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand 84 Recruitment Limited Full time

The Company:Multidisciplinary consultancy with a strong reputation across land development, civil infrastructure, and environmental engineering projects throughout New Zealand. This firm is driven by collaboration, technical excellence, and long-term partnerships — with an Auckland-based team delivering complex and high-profile developments that shape communities and protect the environment. As the Environmental Manager, you'll lead a capable environmental team, overseeing both project delivery and client relationships while driving continued growth and innovation within the business.

What's in it for you You'll step into a pivotal leadership position where technical credibility meets strategic influence. You'll:

  • Lead an established environmental team and foster a positive, mentoring-driven culture.
  • Associate programme in place that pairs up Associates with Directors for mentoring and working on strategic business projects.
  • Take ownership of major, complex projects across land development, infrastructure, and environmental management.
  • Join a consultancy that genuinely values professional development, autonomy, and work-life balance.
  • Contribute to the company's strategic direction while expanding its environmental service offering.

Non-Negotiables To succeed in this role, you'll bring:

  • A tertiary qualification in Environmental or Civil Engineering (Washington Accord or equivalent).
  • Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng / CMEngNZ) status.
  • Proven leadership experience within an environmental or civil engineering consultancy environment.
  • Strong project management capability with a track record of delivering environmental infrastructure or land development projects.
  • Exceptional communication skills and the ability to build trusted client and team relationships.

Desirables

  • Previous experience preparing expert evidence and representing projects at council hearings or the Environment Court.
  • Experience mentoring engineers and developing technical systems or quality frameworks.
  • A strong network across the property, infrastructure, or environmental sectors.
  • Demonstrated success in developing new business or expanding service lines.

Next Steps: If you're an experienced Environmental or Civil/Water Engineer ready to take a leadership role with a forward-thinking consultancy, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.

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