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Site Engineer

Corde

Accredited employerFull-timePosted 3 days ago

Job Description

Full Time, Permanent

Location: Rolleston

Listed: October 14, 2026

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What's the job?

With summer around the corner, we’re excited to welcome the warmer weather and continued growth of the business. With several key projects underway, our Construction team is looking for an experienced Site Engineer to join and continue their growth towards a Project Engineer.

About the role | Ko te kaupapa

You will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful execution and completion of our civil construction projects. As a Site Engineer, you will be responsible for on-site coordination, quality assurance, and technical oversight of construction activities. This position is integral to maintaining our high standards of workmanship, safety, and project delivery, whilst supporting the broader project management objectives of the organisation.

Your key responsibilities will include

Overseeing day-to-day site operations to ensure works meet project plans, specifications, and contractual requirements

Carrying out regular site inspections and quality checks for compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards

Managing site records, including progress reports, site diaries, and defect registers

Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, and site personnel to keep work flowing and materials arriving on time

Acting as the link between the Project Manager, clients, and site teams on updates, changes, and issues

Monitoring site safety and promoting a strong safety culture on site

Preparing site surveys, measurements, and as-built documentation

Supporting budget tracking by monitoring costs and reporting on variations

Troubleshooting technical issues and recommending practical solutions

What you’ll bring | Ko ngā pukenga ōu

Tertiary qualification in civil engineering or a related field, or equivalent industry experience

Seeking someone with 2-5 years of proven experience coordinating site activities and leading teams in civil construction

Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and programmes

Strong focus on health and safety, quality, and cost-effective delivery

Ability to build strong relationships with internal teams, clients, and subcontractors

Composed under pressure, with the ability to see the bigger picture and solve problems creatively

Collaborative, team-oriented approach

What we bring | He aha ta tatou kawe mai

A competitive annual salary, plus company vehicle

A work laptop, phone, birthday leave and access to CORDE’s Boost employee benefits programme

Varied and interesting work across civil construction, infrastructure maintenance and related projects

Ongoing training, development and professional support

Great working conditions and a supportive team environment.

The company is committed to providing a safe work environment. Successful candidates are required to pass a pre-employment medical, drug, and alcohol test prior to employment

How to apply | Me pēhea te tono

Note: CORDE Ltd will not consider unsolicited applications or contact from recruitment agencies for this vacancy. If recruitment support is needed, we will reach out to our trusted agencies.

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