Senior Structural Engineer - Hamilton

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Structural Engineer to join a well-established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy in Hamilton.

This is a key senior position within a small, collaborative local team, offering the opportunity to remain technically hands-on, work directly with clients and have genuine input into the continued development of the structural capability in the region.

The consultancy has a strong national presence, meaning you will also work closely with experienced structural engineers across New Zealand, providing access to additional technical expertise, resources and a broad range of projects.

The Opportunity

You will be involved in the design and delivery of structural engineering projects across the commercial, industrial and residential sectors, taking projects from initial concept through design, documentation and construction.
The position will suit an experienced engineer who enjoys technical design but also wants responsibility for clients, projects and supporting less experienced engineers.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading structural design and delivery across a variety of building projects
• Working across commercial, industrial and residential developments
• Managing projects from concept and preliminary design through to construction
• Developing practical and commercially appropriate engineering solutions
• Working directly with clients, architects, contractors and other consultants
• Undertaking site inspections, investigations and technical assessments
• Reviewing engineering designs and documentation
• Providing guidance and mentoring to developing engineers
• Collaborating with structural engineers across the wider national business
• Contributing to the ongoing growth and success of the Hamilton team

About You

We are looking for an experienced Structural Engineer who has developed a strong technical background within the New Zealand consulting environment.
Ideally, you will have:

• Approximately 8+ years' structural engineering experience
• Strong New Zealand consulting experience
• A BE Civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent qualification
• Experience across commercial, industrial and/or residential buildings
• Good knowledge of seismic design and New Zealand Building Code requirements
• CPEng accreditation preferred, although not essential
• Strong client-facing and relationship-building skills
• Experience managing structural projects through the full project lifecycle
• A practical, solutions-focused approach to engineering
• The ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team

This could particularly suit someone who enjoys being part of a smaller office where they can have genuine influence, while still having the technical support and project opportunities associated with a larger national consultancy.

You will join a supportive engineering environment where senior engineers are trusted to take ownership of their work and build strong relationships with clients.
The position offers:

• A senior role within a close-knit Hamilton team
• Exposure to a varied commercial, industrial and residential project portfolio
• The opportunity to remain technically hands-on
• Direct access to clients and key project stakeholders
• Collaboration with an established national structural engineering team
• Opportunities to mentor and support other engineers
• Flexible working arrangements
• Competitive remuneration and ongoing professional development

Harper Smith Recruitment Harper Smith Recruitment is a specialist engineering recruitment consultancy working with engineering professionals and consultancies throughout New Zealand.

All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence. No details will be forwarded to our client without your prior approval.
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact:
Stephen Smith
Harper Smith Engineering Recruitment
021 664 367