Contract Engineer & Area Lead

Downer EDI

Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand
Competitive remuneration pyckage; compyny vehicle ...
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2+ years construction experience
Engineering or business management qualification
On-site safety and quality monitoring
** Downer EDI is seeking a Contract Engineer & Area Lead for their Timaru location to oversee construction and maintenance projects. The role requires a hands-on approach to ensure safety, quality, and budget compliance while providing leadership on-site. **

Job Summary

  • This role involves providing on-site leadership to ensure construction works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contractual requirements.
  • The successful candidate will act as the local representative for Downer, managing the Timaru Depot and leading teams when the Contracts Manager is absent.
  • Downer offers a competitive remuneration package including a company vehicle, health care benefits, and access to exclusive discounts.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Downer EDI is seeking a Contract Engineer & Area Lead for their Timaru location to oversee construction and maintenance projects. The role requires a hands-on approach to ensure safety, quality, and budget compliance while providing leadership on-site. **

Salary

Competitive remuneration package; Company vehicle included; $500 referral bonus available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 2+ years construction experience
  • Engineering or business management qualification
  • On-site safety and quality monitoring
  • Cost tracking and productivity management
  • Leadership of supervisors and crews

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of South Canterbury region
  • Proactive mindset and decision making
  • Experience in tendering and pricing
  • Strong stakeholder relationship building

Key Requirements

  • Tertiary qualification in engineering or business management
  • Minimum 2 years experience in construction or civil environment
  • Pre-employment drug test, medical, and Ministry of Justice check required

Work Rights

Not specified

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