Senior Project Engineer
HEB Construction
The Waikare Gorge Realignment project includes moving 4km of road (realignment) and a new bridge across the Waikare Gorge on State Highway 2 (SH2) at Pūtōrino north of Napier. The 4km realignment and new gorge bridge will make the highway safer and more resilient, offer better access for freight and communities and help avoid future emergency and recovery works in the gorge.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join our earthworks team based at the site office in Waikare. Experience in major projects civil construction, including earthworks, is essential.
You'll be liaising with project management staff, site, suppliers and subcontractors to plan and execute work, ensuring your section of works are completed cost-effectively and on time. This is a great opportunity for an existing Senior Project Engineer to step-up into a project leadership role and advance their career.
What You’ll Bring
- Proven experience as a Senior Project Engineer or similar role of at least 7 years within civil engineering
- Strong capability across project planning, execution, and delivery
- Experience working collaboratively with contractors, consultants, and key stakeholders
- Solid understanding of H&S, quality, cost control, and programme management
- The ability to lead by influence and support developing engineers within project teams
- Bachelor of Engineering and CPEng registration
Why Join Us?
- Be part of high-profile, complex projects that make a lasting impact
- Leverage the scale, systems, and global expertise of VINCI Construction, while working within a strong local NZ environment
- Work in teams that value trust, collaboration, and technical excellence
- Long-term career pathways supported by a global construction group
- A strong commitment to health & safety, sustainability, and developing our people
About HEB Construction
HEB Construction is a dynamic and innovative leader in New Zealand Infrastructure. Our scope of work ranges from road construction and maintenance through to earthworks, drainage, subdivisions and bridges, all the way through to major projects of national significance.
Backed by the global strength, capability, and investment of VINCI Construction, we combine international best practice with strong local delivery. Our teams are trusted to deliver technically challenging projects in demanding environments, with a genuine focus on safety, quality, sustainability, and people.