Expression of Interest - Project Engineers

Nau mai, haere mai ki a Fulton Hogan | Project Engineer opportunities in Canterbury

If you like seeing the results of your mahi every time you drive home, Canterbury is a pretty good place to do it. We’re building a talent pool for upcoming roles for professionals who know their way around a civil site and are ready for more responsibility – whether you’re a Site Engineer looking to step up or an experienced Project Engineer.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

You’ll take ownership of planning, delivery and reporting for civil infrastructure projects that keep locals and visitors moving. Day‑to‑day, you’ll work closely with a tight‑knit crew, subcontractors and clients, solving problems on the ground and keeping programmes, quality and costs on track. You’ll also help set the tone on site – building a culture where people look out for each other, call things early and get the job done, together.

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We’re looking for

• Site Engineers with 3+ years’ civil construction experience who are ready to step up.
• Project Engineers with around 5–7 years’ experience, ideally with solid experience in asphalt, surfacing, pavements or broader civil construction.

Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality civil construction projects across the region.
• Own project planning, programming, cost control and reporting.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and on‑site resources.
• Support bidding and pricing with practical, constructable solutions.
• Champion health and safety, quality and continuous improvement on site.
• Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers and your community.

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We’re looking for someone with

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and solid civil construction experience.
• Proven experience in asphalt, surfacing, pavements or broader civil construction.
• A strong safety focus and practical, solutions‑driven mindset.
• Confidence leading crews, resolving issues and making good calls under pressure.
• A collaborative approach and pride in delivering Good Work for your community.

He pai te mahi, he pai ngā painga | Good work, good benefits

At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us. You’ll have access to:

• Medical insurance and Life insurance after the eligibility period.
• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones, up to 7%.
• Parental leave top up payment with additional return to work support.
• Ongoing training and development, with clear career growth and progression opportunities.
• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Fulton Hogan delivers Good Work for communities across New Zealand and Australia. We’re a people‑first, low‑ego team that backs each other to take responsibility, make good decisions and keep things moving. Good Work for us means high expectations, strong support and a crew that takes the work seriously, not themselves.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

This is an expression of interest, so we’ll keep your details on file and be in touch as suitable Project Engineer roles come up in our Canterbury team. If you’re ready to step up and help build the region, apply now.

All successful candidates must undergo and pass a pre‑employment medical and drug screen prior to employment.