💼 Full-Time Position

Project Lead Engineer - Roading

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SOLGM
📍 Waitaki District, Canterbury, New Zealand
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Location
Waitaki District, New Zealand
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Posted
April 10, 2026
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Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Permanent Full Time

The core purpose of this role is to Lead the delivery of Council's Roading Projects portfolio activities. You will ensure Council's roading projects are efficiently and cost-effectively designed and delivered in accordance with legislative requirements and that Council's strategic objectives and levels of service developed in consultation with the community. As a leader, you will grow your team members, supporting ongoing development.

About you

The preferred candidate will have:

  • NZDE (Civil), NZCE NZ dip (Highways / Civil) qualification or relevant tertiary level engineering qualification or equivalent experience
  • Strong experience with project and contract management, building positive, productive relationships with suppliers and the community
  • Excellent communication skills, particularly in the leadership context
  • Experience working in Local Government or a Project Man...