Land Development and Engineering (LDE) is a forward-thinking and well-resourced engineering company. We have a great opportunity for an experienced professional to be part of our civil team and to also support it. Growth of our business and the development of our teams are important parts to our business and this role is integral to this. Focus areas of responsibility include client, project and technical and encompassing analysis, design and review, provide advice and guidance to members of the team; obtaining and maintaining client relationships; and taking an autonomous but inclusive approach to your work.  We have a wide range of skill sets and experience across our offices and encourage involvement and interest into other areas of the business.   This is primarily a technical role which will see you being fully immersed in designs of a specialist nature. You will be a regular user of Civil3D, AutoCAD or proprietary software of a similar nature.   If you have the experience and technical expertise to support the responsibilities, match them with the requirements below and submit your application for consideration.  .   This role is based in Central Auckland with the opportunity to incorporate working from home during your working week.   You will need to be passionate and self-motivated and have worked in a New Zealand consultancy modelled business.   The technical competencies essential to this position are:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Civil/Structural)
• 5+ years’ experience working in New Zealand
• proficient with AutoCAD and proprietary software
• proficiency with Microsoft Suite

  Personal attributes required include:

• being client-focused.
• having enthusiasm, confidence and initiative.
• having effective interpersonal skills.
• being commercially aware.

  The benefits of working at LDE are:

• exposure to a massive range of projects nationally.
• office locations that are great for a balanced lifestyle.
• approachable teams to share knowledge within the quest for perfection!

  To be considered for this role, you must be eligible to work in New Zealand.   Could this be your next career move?  If so, email your PDF resume and expression of interest to our HR team at employment@lde.co.nz.

Land Development and Engineering (LDE) is a forward-thinking and well-resourced engineering company. We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer who is passionate and self-motivated, with New Zealand consultancy experience, to join our growing team in Napier.

The successful applicant will get to work, and share their knowledge, with an experienced group of senior engineers whilst passing on the value of their experience to a younger civil team, setting them up for a successful engineering future of their own.

Work will involve civil design works for a variety of projects, including but not limited to:

• Small to large subdivisions
• Roading and pavement design
• Stormwater and wastewater management
• Infrastructure inspections
• Site monitoring
• Simple structure design
• Retaining wall and MSE wall design
• Foundation design
• Coastal Revetments

Construction monitoring (MSQA):
• Attend Toolbox and client meetings
• Organise and manage contractors
• Preparation of specifications, schedule of quantities, and cost estimates
• Testing using scala penetrometer, shear vane, clegg hammer

The technical competencies essential to this position are:
• Bachelor of Engineering or NZ Diploma of Engineering
• 5+ years’ experience working in NZ only
• Working autonomously with NZ standards
• CPEng or applicants close to becoming chartered favoured
• Proficient in AutoCAD/Civil 3D modelling
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite

Personal attributes required include:
• Being client-focused
• Enthusiasm and confidence in engineering
• Commercially aware

The benefits of the position are:
• Waged position where all hours worked are paid
• Hourly rate commensurate with years and type of experience
• Exposure to a range of projects nationally
• A family/friendly work environment
• An approachable team to share knowledge within the quest for perfection!

You must be eligible to work in NZ to apply for this role; applicants should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Is this your next career move? If so, email your PDF resume and expression of interest to our HR team at employment@lde.co.nz.

Land Development and Engineering (LDE) is a forward-thinking and well-resourced engineering company. We have a great opportunity for an experienced professional to lead and support our growing team, first and foremost in the central region (Hawkes Bay, Taupo, Taranaki). Growing and developing our team is an important part of our business and this role is integral to both of these.

Focus areas of responsibility are technical, client, and project management and leadership. These encompass providing leadership and direction to members of the team; obtaining and maintaining client relationships; taking an autonomous but inclusive approach to project management; undertaking analysis, design and reviews; and being there for your team by giving guidance, expertise and advice. We have a wide range of skill sets and experience across our offices and encourage involvement and interest into other areas of the business.

As this is a technical management role, it is responsible for the oversight and development of intermediate and junior engineers whilst still keeping your hand in by undertaking designs of a specialist nature. You will be a regular user of Civil3D, AutoCAD or proprietary software of a similar nature.

You could be a senior civil engineer looking to grow into a management role – we provide a supportive management team to help you get to grips with the management level responsibilities, or you could be a civil manager looking for a new opportunity, perhaps outside of the rat race. A change is as good as a holiday they say.

We will take a flexible approach to where you can be located within the Central North Island, such as Napier, Hastings, Palmerston North or Taupo linking closely with the Hawkes Bay office based in Napier.

You will need to be passionate and self-motivated and have worked in a New Zealand consultancy modelled business.

The technical competencies essential to this position are:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) or equivalent degree
• 5+ years’ experience working in NZ
• Working autonomously
• Proficient in AutoCAD/Civil 3D modelling or similar proprietary software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite
• Staff management experience Desirable however training and support will be provided

If you are chartered or in the process of becoming chartered, this would be advantageous.

Personal attributes needed to be successful include:

• being client-focused.
• having enthusiasm, confidence and initiative.
• having effective interpersonal skills.
• being commercially aware.

The benefits of working at LDE are:

• exposure to a massive range of projects nationally.
• office locations that are great for a balanced lifestyle.
• approachable teams to share knowledge within the quest for perfection!

To be considered for this role, you must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Could this be your next career move? If so, email your PDF resume and expression of interest to our HR team at employment@lde.co.nz.

Land Development and Engineering (LDE) is a forward-thinking and dynamic engineering company. We have eight offices across the North Island, most of which are regionally based, and we specialise in geotechnical, civil, environmental, and structural engineering.

One of LDE’s key strengths is that we encourage all our team to be involved, and interested, in other disciplines, and the development of the wider business.

LDE has experienced exponential growth over the past few years, as our market share of central and local government contracts has expanded, along with increased demand in regional development.

The geotechnical arm of our business currently has thirty three engineering geologists/ geotechnical engineers and we are looking for a Senior Engineering Geologist or Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing team.

This successful applicant will be responsible for providing leadership and direction to members of the geotechnical team, creating and maintaining client relationships and taking an autonomous, but inclusive, approach to project management. The role will also include a fieldwork element, when required, which may include geomorphological assessments, site inspections, mentoring junior team members and getting amongst it!

With support from a strong team, you will have the tools, and autonomy, to make this role your own and genuinely contribute to your own future and ours.

To uphold our expectations with respect to professional standards, candidates will ideally have the following qualifications/ experience:

• Bachelor/ Masters of Science (Geology) or Bachelor/ Masters of Engineering (Civil).
• 5 to 10 years’ experience working with NZ Standards.
• PEngGeol/ CPEng or applicants close to becoming chartered are encouraged.
• Proficiency with industry standard, geotechnical software.

Personal attributes required include:

• Being client-focused.
• Having enthusiasm, confidence, initiative and a can-do attitude.
• Commercial awareness.

The benefits of working at LDE are:

• A company that genuinely lives and breathes work life harmony.
• Exposure to a large range of projects nationally.
• Office locations that allow for a rewarding and balanced lifestyle.
• A friendly, fun and supportive work environment.
• An approachable and talented multi-disciplinary team.
• A chance for your opinion to matter.
• Minimal ‘red tape’, and
• Inspirational leadership that genuinely cares about you.

Is this your next career move?

If so, email your PDF resume and expression of interest to our HR team at employment@lde.co.nz

Land Development and Engineering (LDE) is a forward-thinking and well-resourced engineering company. We have a great opportunity for an experienced professional to be part of our structural team and to also support it. The growth and development of our teams are important parts of our business and this role is integral to this.

Focus areas of responsibility are technical design and client and project management. These encompass undertaking analysis and design; obtaining and maintaining client relationships and taking an autonomous but inclusive approach to project management; We have a wide range of skill sets and experience across our offices and encourage involvement and interest into other areas of the business as well as collaboration with staff across our North Island offices

Alongside fostering good team morale, this is primarily a technical role which will see you being fully immersed in designs of a specialist nature. You will be a regular user of SpaceGASS, or proprietary software of a similar nature. Some drafting for your own projects may be required.

If you have the experience and technical expertise to support the responsibilities, match them with the requirements below and submit your application for consideration. Being chartered would be an advantage.

While this role is based in Gisborne, the role reports to the Structural Group Manager who is based in Warkworth. The Gisborne office boasts a team of 35 engineers, geologists and support providing everything you will need using state of the art technical tools and communication.

You will need to be passionate and self-motivated and have worked in a New Zealand consultancy modelled business.

The technical competencies essential to this position are:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Civil/Structural)
• 5+ years’ experience working in New Zealand
• Proficient with SpaceGASS or similar proprietary software
• Experience with Revit a bonus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite

Personal attributes required include:

• Being client-focused.
• Having enthusiasm, confidence and initiative.
• Having effective interpersonal skills.
• Being commercially aware.

The benefits of the position are:

• Waged position where all hours worked are paid
• Hourly rate commensurate with years and type of experience
• Exposure to a range of projects nationally
• A family/friendly work environment
• Summer is a great time of year to be in Gisborne
• An approachable team to share knowledge with in the quest for perfection!

To be considered for this role, you must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Could this be your next career move? If so, email your PDF resume and expression of interest to our HR team at employment@lde.co.nz.

Land Development and Engineering (LDE) is a forward-thinking and well-resourced engineering company. We have a great opportunity for an experienced professional to be part of our structural team and to also support it. The growth and development of our teams are important parts of our business and this role is integral to this.

Focus areas of responsibility are technical design and client and project management. These encompass undertaking analysis and design; obtaining and maintaining client relationships and taking an autonomous but inclusive approach to project management; We have a wide range of skill sets and experience across our offices and encourage involvement and interest into other areas of the business as well as collaboration with staff across our North Island offices

Alongside fostering good team morale, this is primarily a technical role which will see you being fully immersed in designs of a specialist nature. You will be a regular user of SpaceGASS, or proprietary software of a similar nature. Some drafting for your own projects may be required.

If you have the experience and technical expertise to support the responsibilities, match them with the requirements below and submit your application for consideration. Being chartered would be an advantage.

While this role is based in Gisborne, the role reports to the Structural Group Manager who is based in Warkworth. The Gisborne office boasts a team of 35 engineers, geologists and support providing everything you will need using state of the art technical tools and communication.

You will need to be passionate and self-motivated and have worked in a New Zealand consultancy modelled business.

The technical competencies essential to this position are:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Civil/Structural)
• 5+ years’ experience working in New Zealand
• Proficient with SpaceGASS or similar proprietary software
• Experience with Revit a bonus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite

Personal attributes required include:

• Being client-focused.
• Having enthusiasm, confidence and initiative.
• Having effective interpersonal skills.
• Being commercially aware.

The benefits of the position are:

• Waged position where all hours worked are paid
• Hourly rate commensurate with years and type of experience
• Exposure to a range of projects nationally
• A family/friendly work environment
• Summer is a great time of year to be in Gisborne
• An approachable team to share knowledge with in the quest for perfection!

To be considered for this role, you must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Could this be your next career move?  If so, email your PDF resume and expression of interest to our HR team at employment@lde.co.nz.

Land Development and Engineering (LDE) is a forward-thinking and well-resourced engineering company. We have an excellent opportunity for a Civil Engineer who is passionate and self-motivated with MSQA and Project Management experience or an intermediate design engineer wanting to gain experience in the area of MSQA and contract management to join our growing team in Gisborne.

The successful applicant will get to work with and learn from a diverse and experienced group of engineers, setting them up for a successful engineering future of their own.

Key Purpose of the role:

Management Surveillance and Quality Assurance (MSQA)

• Fulfill all or parts of the role of the engineer’s representative in the execution of capital works programmes in line with NZS3910:2013.
• Ensure contract requirements are complied with and interests of both the principal and the contractor are considered in a fair and transparent way.
• Certify and authorise contract notices, extensions of time and time-related costs, changes to drawings or specifications, variations, and payments to physical works contracts.
• Monitor financial expenditure against contract budgets and take appropriate action where necessary.
• Undertake audits and evaluations as required.
• Attend Toolbox, contract and client meetings and chair meetings as required.

Construction Preparation and Construction Observation

• Undertake site investigations, assessments, and PS4.
• Tender and contract preparation and management.
• Preparation of specifications, schedule of quantities, and cost estimates.
• Fill testing (penetrometer, shear vane, arrange for NUC’s).
• Organise and manage contractors.

Ideally, the successful applicant would also support the civil team with analysis and design to produce drawings and reports such as;

• Wastewater management
• Stormwater management
• Infrastructure
• Earthworks
• Pipe networks
• Roading
• Coastal revetments
• Retaining walls

The competencies required for these positions are:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) or equivalent degree
• 2+ years working autonomously with NZ standards
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite
• Proven MSQA and Project Management experience preferred but training would be available for the right applicant.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D modelling preferred

The benefits of the position are:

• Exposure to a large range of projects nationally
• A family/friendly work environment
• An approachable team to share knowledge with in the quest for perfection!

You must be eligible to work in NZ to apply for this role; applicants should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Is this your next career move? If so, email your PDF resume and expression of interest to our HR team at employment@lde.co.nz.

Land Development and Engineering (LDE) is a forward-thinking and well-resourced engineering company. We are seeking an Intermediate Civil Engineer who is passionate, self-motivated, and eager to learn; to join our growing team in Gisborne.

The successful applicant will get to work with, and learn from, a diverse and experienced group of engineers while gaining valuable experience to set them up for a successful engineering career.

Work will involve civil design works for a variety of projects, including but not limited to:

• Preparation of drawings
• Civil 3D modelling

Undertake analysis and design to produce reports for the following:

• Construction monitoring
• Wastewater management
• Stormwater management
• Infrastructure
• Earthworks
• Pipe networks
• Roading
• Coastal revetments
• Retaining walls
• Building foundations
• Slope stability

Construction Observation (MSQA)

• Attend Toolbox and client meetings
• Organise and manage contractors
• Tender and contract preparation and management
• Preparation of specifications, schedule of quantities, and cost estimates
• Fill testing (penetrometer, shear vane, arrange for NUC’s)
• Clegg hammer testing

Undertake field investigations for projects:

• Scala penetrometer tests
• Hand auger boreholes

The technical competencies essential to this position are:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Civil)
• 2+ years’ experience working with NZ Standards
• Understanding of AutoCAD and proprietary software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite

Personal attributes required include:

• Being client-focused
• Enthusiasm and confidence in engineering
• Commercially aware

The benefits of the position are:

• Exposure to a range of projects nationally
• Summer is a great time of year to be in Gisborne
• A family/friendly work environment
• An approachable team to share knowledge with in the quest for perfection!
• Applicants should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
• If this sounds like you, email your PDF resume, transcripts, and expression of interest to our HR team at employment@lde.co.nz

Land Development and Engineering (LDE) is a forward-thinking and well-resourced engineering company. We are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer who is passionate and self-motivated, with New Zealand consultancy experience, to join our growing team in Gisborne.

The successful applicant will get to work, and share their knowledge, with an experienced group of senior engineers whilst passing on the value of their experience to a younger civil team, setting them up for a successful engineering future of their own.

Work will involve civil design works for a variety of projects, including but not limited to:

• Small to large subdivisions
• Roading and pavement design
• Stormwater and wastewater management
• Infrastructure inspections
• Site monitoring
• Simple structure design
• Retaining wall and MSE wall design
• Foundation design
• Coastal Revetments

Construction Monitoring (MSQA)

• Attend Toolbox and client meetings
• Organise and manage contractors
• Preparation of specifications, schedule of quantities, and cost estimates
• Testing using scala penetrometer, shear vane, clegg hammer

The technical competencies essential to this position are:

• Bachelor of Engineering or NZ Diploma of Engineering
• 5+ years’ experience working in NZ only
• Working autonomously with NZ standards
• CPEng or applicants close to becoming chartered favoured
• Proficient in AutoCAD/Civil 3D modelling
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite

Personal attributes required include:

• Being client-focused
• Enthusiasm and confidence in engineering
• Commercially aware

Benefits of the position are:

• Waged position where all hours worked are paid
• Hourly rate commensurate with years and type of experience
• Exposure to a range of projects nationally
• A family/friendly work environment
• Summer is a great time of year to be in Gisborne
• An approachable team to share knowledge with in the quest for perfection!

You must be eligible to work in NZ to apply for this role. Applicants should also have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Is this your next career move? If so, email your PDF resume and expression of interest to our HR team at employment@lde.co.nz