Christchurch
full-time
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Design spaces that shape Aotearoa.
Ready to make a real impact? We’re looking for an Intermediate Senior Structural Engineer to join our Christchurch Buildings team, a group delivering innovative, future-focused solutions across working across health, education, retail, and tertiary environments.
If you're a strong doer who’s technically sharp, analytical, and confident communicating with clients and collaborators, this role will give you the platform to work on complex, meaningful projects that leave a legacy.
You’ll be part of a close-knit national network that works seamlessly across regions and disciplines, with access to leading experts across Australia and our global Aurecon community. Think world-class tools, boundary-pushing ideas, and projects you won’t find anywhere else in Aotearoa.
This is more than the next step in your career it’s a chance to help shape the built environment for generations.
What you’ll be doing
Deliver structural design on projects across health, education, retail, tertiary and commercial buildings.
Contribute across the full project lifecycle from early stages of design through procurement and construction monitoring.
Communicate clearly and confidently with clients, stakeholders, and delivery partners, building strong and trusted relationships.
Bring analytical rigour and sound engineering judgement to complex projects.
Collaborate across disciplines to deliver integrated solutions that meet and exceed client expectations.
What we’re looking for
Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering (or similar).
Ideally chartered, or working confidently toward chartership.
5+ years’ experience in structural engineering within a consultancy environment.
Strong technical capability someone who can get things done proactively and deliver quality work with minimal oversight.
Excellent communicator: able to translate technical concepts clearly for clients, partners, and non-technical audiences.
Proven ability to build relationships and deliver positive client experiences.
Curious, analytical mindset with a passion for solving complex problems.
What’s in it for me?
You really can bring your whole self to work and be confident that your voice will be heard. We don't just claim that we're inclusive and innovative, it's proven by the independent awards and accreditations we have gained, and we're always seeking new ways to prove (and improve!) our commitment to diversity.
In May 2023 we were the first engineering company in Aotearoa to receive the Gender Tick, led by our people for our people and we continue to achieve certification annually.
Our Māori strategy (He Rautaki Māori) won two Good Design awards in 2022 for its outstanding contribution in bringing Te Āo Māori and digital innovation into operations and decision-making processes.
Ready to bring ideas to life?
Then please apply now! We are an equitable-opportunity employer that values diverse perspectives and the contribution that every one of our people makes to our culture. Put simply, we want you to bring your whole self!
We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every criterion, as we value your potential and the unique strengths you bring. We’re committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process, so please let us know if you need any adjustments or support to make it more accessible.
Whakahā ngā whakaaro / Breathing life into our ideas, thoughts, views
Kia māia, kia kaha, mahi tahi / Be bold, be strong, work as one
Aurecon is a design, engineering and advisory company. Our purpose is bringing ideas to life, to imagine and co-create with our clients a better future for people and the planet.
Our culture of Believe it. Say it. Do it. reflects our deep commitment to our clients and each other to build trust and create a better future together.
We are a team who place eminence, digital and innovation at the core of all we do.
Our strength lies in how we bring together our design, engineering and advisory capabilities to provide our clients with integrated solutions across the entire asset lifecycle. From shape and plan – design and deliver – operate and optimise – to close and transform.
Aurecon designers, engineers, scientists and advisors work with our clients across markets and asset types, to tackle some of the world’s most complex challenges.
We are an owner managed company with a strong presence across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia.
To learn more about what we have been up to visit our newsroom (aurecongroup.com/about/latest-news), or take a glimpse into the future on our Just Imagine blog (justimagine.aurecongroup.com).
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