angle-right Job no: 586569
Work type: Full Time - Permanent
Location: Hastings
Categories: Construction

Downer has been designing, building and sustaining New Zealand's infrastructure for over a century and is a leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand.

With over 10,000 employees in New Zealand, we work alongside some of New Zealand's biggest businesses, councils and government agencies.

Downer New Zealand is a leading provider of integrated services. Our commitment to building long term relationships and supporting our customers with high calibre services and solutions; the talents of our people; and consistent excellence in operational delivery sets us apart.

We are looking for an experienced Contract Engineer to join our Central Hawkes Bay Maintenance team in Waipawa. You will work with our widener management team and will be responsible for overall delivery of maintenance projects within the region including optimising resource use and achieving target results. This is a great role for a driven individual looking to make their mark!

Benefits

• Challenging and diverse work
• Learning and development opportunities
• Opportunity to mentor and develop a team of experts
• A competitive remuneration package plus company vehicle

About the role
You will be tasked with a variety of duties in your role from providing your expertise on a range of projects varying form Local Authority to Private Developer contracts. This is a hands-on role where you will work closely with other construction/maintenance teams. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in the production of project methodology, budgets and programs for maintenance activities as required
• Working with estimators on target cost estimates for planned works and variations
• Assisting the Contract Manager and Supervisors to determine project methodologies and delivery plans. Review and adjust as necessary to reflect appropriate delivery
• Administering and supporting the work pack (job planning) process
• Assisting with the preparation and maintenance of annual baseline programmes. Generate 3 month rolling and monthly working programmes and regularly update, monitor and review

About you
You'll need to have proven successful contract/project management experience ideally with Road Maintenance, and/or Construction exposure and you'll also have a:

• Tertiary qualification, preferably in Business Management or Civil Engineering
• Strong track record of positive leadership behaviours that empower others
• Natural affinity for creating and delivering a strong customer focus culture, and a collaborative approach to develop client relationships
• Proven track record in developing a culture that supports Health and Safety management, encouraging and rewarding excellence.

A role with us can enable you to develop and enhance your skills and experience. This is a great opportunity for you to join our diverse and inclusive culture and be part of a great team thriving in a collaborative fast-paced environment. We will reward you with a competitive remuneration package, flexible working arrangements, great training and ongoing development, and the opportunity to advance your career within our organisation.