Civil Engineer

Te whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We’re looking for a Civil Engineer to join our dedicated team in Nelson.

Nelson offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity and lifestyle, with its proximity to beaches, mountains, and national parks. It’s an ideal location for professionals seeking meaningful work in a vibrant community, while enjoying a balanced lifestyle in one of Aotearoa’s most picturesque settings.

We’re passionate about our work and proud of the inclusive culture we’ve built. We believe that diversity drives better ideas, strategies, and outcomes. When people from different backgrounds and perspectives come together, we’re stronger. That’s why we’re committed to creating an environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, feel they belong, and build a career that reflects their passions and potential.

Each day will bring challenge and variety and overall, as a Civil Engineer you can expect to:  

• Deliver projects on time and to budget, while meeting clients’ needs and expectations 

• Communicate proactively and positively ensuring that team members, managers and clients are well informed of your project tasks 

• Collaboratively undertake conceptual designs through to detailed design, contract procurement and construction administration with a small team 

• Proactively take on learning opportunities to improve your technical skills, design process and explore new technology 

• Demonstrate effective communication, presentation, networking and consulting skills 

• Foster client relationships that contribute to repeat business 

Mōu ake | About you 

Your passion, design and problem-solving mindset will be matched with a desire to work as a team on meaningful and significant multidisciplinary projects.  You will also: 

• Have a qualification in Civil Engineering with two to six years previous experience in a consulting or construction environment, working on infrastructure projects across the water, energy and/or transport markets 

• Experience in general civil site design, stormwater design, and/or road and transport design would be advantageous

• Bring a ‘can do’ attitude and enjoy working in teams

• Be passionate about learning from others and developing yourself  

• Be a self-starter – proactive and motivated to deliver great solutions for your clients

Although not essential, if you have some knowledge or experience in design packages like AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Open Roads Designer (ORD), or 12D, we would love to hear about it. We also like to have fun along the way, so a good sense of humour will hold you in good stead.    

Ko tā mātou hei hoatu | What we offer

A career with Beca will provide you with:

• The ability to build your skills through our extensive professional development training programmes

• Shareholding opportunities

• A supportive and caring work environment where you can bring your whole self to work

• Flexible working arrangements to balance your personal / family commitments

• Opportunities to learn from our industry experts and technical gurus across the Asia-Pacific

• Wellbeing and volunteer leave

• Enhanced parental leave with up to 22 weeks full paid leave after the birth or placement of your child, inclusive of all genders

• Discounted insurances including health, life and income protection

Beca prides itself on supporting a diverse and inclusive culture – open to inputs from creative people of all genders, ethnicity, identity, thought and experiences. 

Ready to make everyday better? Apply now.