We are currently looking for a talented and experienced Civil Manager to lead and develop our established Civil discipline in Auckland.

If you enjoy the challenge of managing and delivering on land development design and infrastructure projects, leading and mentoring, whilst contributing to the financial success of a business, then we want to hear from you.

About the role

As our Civil Manager, you will lead the the Civil team of Engineers and Technicians, creating a high-performance focused culture through personal leadership, teamwork, coaching, and mentoring of individuals.  Overseeing the delivery for the team - preparation of detailed design and documentation for subdivisions, roading, earthworks, drainage, and storm water design across residential, commercial, and industrial developments.

Working closely with our established clients, managing our growing key clients in the region and nationally, ensuring we deliver cost effective and high-quality design.

• Leading project planning and design phases, ensuring innovative and efficient civil engineering solutions are applied.
• Manage all size projects, technical documentation, project scheduling and meeting deadlines and budgets.
• Maintain and further develop own client base achieving sustainable business growth. Fostering enduring relationships with clients and partners, maintaining a strong working relationships with all clients, stakeholders, and contractors.
• Actively contribute to the development and implementation of overall company strategies and regional business plan.

We offer

We are passionate about offering a supportive and progressive work environment. We provide a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth and development. 

About you

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent, with 10-15 years+ professional experience as a Civil Engineer working in New Zealand; with at least 2 years in a management role
• CPEng qualified is preferred
• Strong leadership skills, coaching team members, being a role model for promoting high work standards to deliver high quality client projects on time and within budget
• An innovative thinker, always looking for ways to improve processes and designs for optimal outcomes
• High level of commercial awareness and financial competency
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, empathy for others, sociable and friendly, with a positive drive and resilience
  
• Experience designing and detailing civil engineering projects in Civil 3D
• Conversant with NZ Building codes and statutory requirements. Design compliant with NZTA, NZBC and relative standards requirements

About us

Kirk Roberts Consulting is a multi-disciplinary engineering company providing Structural, Geotechnical, Fire, Civil, and Environmental Engineering Services; supported by our own Engineering Software Development department, to a range of clients across New Zealand and overseas, from our offices in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, Christchurch, and Queenstown.

At Kirk Roberts the heart of our business is innovation and finding a better way is why we exist. Our company was founded to challenge the norm and push boundaries, so we can bring our clients advanced engineering, project management and software solutions that drive efficiencies.

To apply

Please send us your latest CV and covering letter, and you are welcome to include any other documents you feel relevant to your application. Please note, that all applicants must be domiciled in New Zealand and be eligible for permanent employment in NZ, with either a NZ Passport, residency, or current work visa.