Senior Associate Civil Engineer / Associate Civil Engineer - Civil & Aviation

Senior Associate Civil Engineer / Associate Civil Engineer - Civil & Aviation

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

The world needs innovators and problem solvers who turn challenges into greater opportunities. We have an insatiable curiosity about solutions to move people and goods safely and efficiently across the globe. From rail systems mobilising accessible transit, to ports linking land and sea – when it comes to connecting the people and places of tomorrow, the future of transport depends on us.

Our Civil & Aviation team works across some of New Zealand's most exciting and complex infrastructure projects, combining technical excellence with innovation to deliver lasting benefits for our clients and communities. As demand continues to grow across aviation, data centres, renewable energy and transport infrastructure, we're looking for an experienced civil engineer to help shape the future.

We're seeking a Senior Associate Civil Engineer / Associate Civil Engineer - Civil & Aviation to join our growing New Zealand team in Auckland. Relocation from Wellington or Christchurch can be discussed.

While aviation experience is a key focus for this position, this is far more than a traditional aviation role. You will have the opportunity to lead and contribute across a diverse portfolio of projects including:

• Aviation and airport infrastructure
• Data centres and advanced facilities
• Renewables and solar farm developments
• Roads, highways and busway projects
• Water and multidisciplinary infrastructure programs
• Major transport and urban development projects

Working closely with local, Australian and global teams, you'll provide technical leadership, design management and project delivery expertise across complex civil infrastructure projects. You'll also play an important role in mentoring engineers, supporting project pursuits and helping grow Jacobs' Civil & Aviation capability across New Zealand and the wider ANZ region.

What you'll do

• Lead the delivery of civil and aviation infrastructure projects from concept through to detailed design and construction support
• Act as Design Manager, Discipline Lead, Project Manager or technical lead on multidisciplinary projects
• Provide technical leadership across aviation, transport, site civil, drainage and infrastructure projects
• Support business development, proposal preparation and client engagement activities
• Mentor and develop early and mid-career engineers
• Work collaboratively with Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teams to deliver high-quality outcomes
• Build strong relationships with clients, project teams and industry stakeholders
• Help strengthen Jacobs' aviation capability and contribute to future project opportunities across ANZ

Ideally, you'll also bring

• Experience delivering airside infrastructure projects
• Exposure to major transport, renewable energy or data centre projects
• Experience leading geographically dispersed or integrated delivery teams
• Commercial awareness and experience supporting work-winning activities

Why Jacobs?

At Jacobs, you'll join a culture that values curiosity, inclusion and innovation. We believe diverse perspectives drive better solutions, and we're committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

You'll have access to:

• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Exciting local and international project opportunities
• World-class technical networks and communities of practice
• Career development and leadership pathways
• A people-first culture focused on wellbeing and inclusion
• Opportunities to collaborate across New Zealand, Australia and global teams

Together, we'll create a more connected and sustainable world.

Here's what you'll need

• Degree qualification in Civil Engineering. Chartered or professionally recognised engineer status (or working towards equivalent recognition) is highly regarded
• Proven experience delivering civil infrastructure projects within the aviation sector
• Solid understanding of civil design, site development, drainage and infrastructure design principles
• Experience in design management, project management or discipline leadership roles
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with clients, stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams to achieve successful project outcomes

Māori and Pasifika peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Jacobs aims to provide cultural safety at our interviews. Māori and Pasifika people are invited to nominate a Whanau, family or cultural representative to participate on the interview panel; please let your recruiter know in your application. No matter what drives you, you'll discover a way to cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.

Locations

Christchurch - All NZ Regions - New Zealand

Wellington - All NZ Regions - New Zealand

Auckland - All NZ Regions - New Zealand