Senior Project Engineers, Christchurch/Auckland/Waikato
Apex Water are leaders in water and wastewater treatment. Through our specialised design, build, installation and commissioning process we are committed to helping New Zealand grow sustainably, thereby preserving our environment for future generations. Apex employs a unique approach to projects through one point of accountability. We work with some of NZ’s most well-known companies in dairy, food & beverage and wine and also in the municipal sector.
The success of Apex Water is its people. Loyalty, trustworthiness, motivation and a “can do” attitude are at the top of our list. We look for staff with the right personality to fit into our close knit team, as well the right skills and experience to do the job.
You won’t be pigeon-holed in this role, and you won’t be stuck behind a desk. You will take ownership of projects from concept to completion, ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. You will work alongside a highly qualified, talented, dynamic and passionate team, ensuring all project objectives are met. This role is full-time, permanent and requires frequent travel to sites, sometimes over consecutive weeks once fully onboarded.
The successful applicant will:
- Build strong and open relationships internally and with clients, sub contractors & suppliers, ensuring future relationships.
- Monitor project progress and make adjustments as necessary to ensure that deadlines are met.
- Manage budgets, forecasts and project programmes.
- Identify and manage project risks and issues.
- Ensure that all project deliverables meet the required quality standards.
- Understand design and convert PIDs, accurately estimate work and produce schedules and pricing.
- Communicate project status to stakeholders, including senior management, clients and project team members.
- Provide technical guidance and support to project team members.
- Ensure processes and procedures are always implemented onsite and ensure that all subcontractors and employees work within the confines of the H&S and Environmental policies.
- Ensure that all project documentation is complete and up-to-date.
- Participate in project reviews and lessons learned sessions to identify areas for improvement.
About you:
- Minimum of 3 years experience in water and wastewater processes
- Minimum of 7 years as a Project Engineer or equivalent
- Be well versed in civil and mechanical construction and familiar with all site activities
- Understand the A-Z of project delivery
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
- Experience with project management software tools
- The ability to travel and work effectively on sites away from the office
- Passionate about delivering top notch services to clients while having fun along the way
What we offer:
- A dynamic and inclusive work environment that values innovation and teamwork
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- A commitment to ongoing learning and development
- A range of employee benefits to assist in a good work/life balance and wellbeing.
Does this sound like you? To express your interest in this position, or for a copy of the job description email: careers@apexwater.co.nz
Note: Successful candidates must have the right to live and work in New Zealand.