Project Engineer Structures

The Fulton Hogan Life

Life at Fulton Hogan is about making the most of the opportunities, taking responsibility, having a crack, being accountable and making it happen. We live by our REAL values - Respect, Energy & Effort, Attitude, Leadership - and we demonstrate these through the good work we do, every day, as one team.

We specialise in large structural projects such including Bridges, Pump stations and Treatment plants. No project is too big or to challenging

We pride ourselves on delivering complex structural civil projects with progressive thinking, collaborative teamwork and have fun doing it. We are a committed and driven team with a strong emphasis on team culture. We are growing with a solid pipeline of work ahead and want likeminded people to join our wonderful team. This growth provides exciting career development and progression opportunities.

Nau mai haere mai ki tā mātou whānau | Welcome to our Fulton Hogan Family

Fulton Hogan's Civil Structures team build some of the most interesting Civil projects in the beautiful Hawkes Bay region.

We have an exciting bridge project on the horizon and are looking for a Project Engineer to join our growing Civil Projects team based in Gisborne, servicing the Hawkes Bay/East Coast to deliver the good work we are known for.

This project will be technically challenging as it based in a remote area and the bridge is bespoke, so there is a lot of opportunity for the right person.

In addition to the above you will:

• Lead the project team in the successful execution and delivery of the project
• Be accountable for the day to day running of the project site and progress of works
• Ensure documentation required for project records and administration is completed accurately and within required time frames
• Prepare correspondence/programming and cost estimates
• Schedule works, procure contractor services, and provide technical expertise as needed

This position requires leadership, energy, structures construction knowledge and capability to be hands on, providing coaching and mentoring to team members on various technical elements, ensuring that work is completed to deadline and a high quality.

Good Work equals Good Benefits

• Company Vehicle
• KiwiSaver employer contributions
• 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 "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.

We're looking for someone with:

• Proven experience in major civil D&C construction projects.
• Familiar with NZS3916 and the Construction Contracts Act and be well versed in using these principals to get the job completed within the timeframe, budget and claim entitlements.
• Strong history of successfully managing staff and subcontractors.
• Proven experience managing budgets and programmes.
• Excellent leadership qualities.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills.
• Financial focus towards project costs.
• Proven ability in subcontractor management.
• You will need a minimum of 5 years' experience as a Structural Engineer.
• Hold a BE, NZCE or a Diploma in Civil Engineering ideally Level 7/8 NZQF.

Creating, Connecting and caring for the community

Our people regularly donate their time to local causes and initiatives, while at a regional and national level we provide financial support, skills and resources to a wide range of organisations that are strengthening our communities. Our focus aims to also reduce our impact on the environment, and regenerate healthy new ecosystems. We look to partner with others to lift the standards of our industry and show customers lower-impact, sustainable ways of delivering infrastructure.

Learn more about us: Homepage - Fulton Hogan and make an application to join our growing industry.

Festive Season: The Fulton Hogan Recruitment team will be taking a break during the period Friday 19th December 2025 until 12th January 2026. Updates on applications during this period will commence once the team is back in the office. Thank you for your understanding ~ Happy Holidays