Civil Engineering Lead - Christchurch

Harper Smith has a rare and enticing opportunity for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Civil Engineering professional. We welcome applications from those looking to take up the chance to join this vibrant civil consultancy in a leadership capacity. With a professional and friendly environment, your independence and innovative thinking is not only valued but encouraged. Your personal development is a priority and you’ll enjoy plenty of fantastic rewards down the track. This role will see the successful candidate responsible for the management of staff and civil projects. You’ll be ensuring projects are completed within time and budget constraints, managing contractors, preparing resource consents and report writing. Civil Design will be a key element of this role including earthworks, roading, drainage, water supply and storm water quality. In addition to the technical side, you will have a natural flair for leadership. This role will guide the development and direction of the team and lead the development of new business opportunities. To be successful in this role, you will need the following attributes and skills:

• BE Civil with CPENG (or close to)
• A minimum of 6 years experience within New Zealand
• Experienced in designing both residential and commercial/industrial developments
• Proven leadership skills
• Highly experienced in Civil Design and project management
• Effective relationship building and conflict resolution skills

In addition to the above, you’ll be a driven and results focused individual with initiative and the ability to work under pressure. You’re an effective communicator and have excellent numerical reasoning and analytical skills. Excellent computer skills are essential and experience with 12d or Civil 3D would be a distinct advantage. A high attention to detail and accuracy is essential. For a confidential discussion, please contact Stephen Smith on 021 664 367 or to apply, please email a copy of your CV to stephen@harpersmith.co.nz . All enquiries and applications to Harper Smith Recruitment are treated in strict confidence. Under no circumstances does Harper Smith Recruitment provide information either written or verbally on any candidate to any client without prior approval from the candidate. Harper Smith Recruitment Ltd is a technical recruitment company specialising in the recruitment, search and selection of professionals within Construction, Engineering and Industrial Manufacturing related industries. Check out our website for further opportunities All enquiries and applications to Harper Smith Recruitment are treated in strict confidence. Under no circumstances does Harper Smith Recruitment provide information either written or verbally on any candidate to any client without prior approval from the candidate. #J-18808-Ljbffr