Senior Civil Engineer

Job Description

Senior Civil Engineer – Pavements

Mott MacDonald New Zealand

At Mott MacDonald, we are opening opportunities through connected thinking. We work on infrastructure that improves how people move, supports resilient communities, and enables sustainable growth across New Zealand.

Our Auckland‑based Transport and Civil Infrastructure team delivers pavement and roading solutions across major infrastructure programmes. We work closely with transport authorities, local councils, and delivery partners to provide practical, high‑quality pavement design and advice across the full asset lifecycle.

The role – what you’ll do

As a Senior Civil Engineer specialising in pavements, you’ll play a key role in the design, assessment, and delivery of pavement solutions across transport and infrastructure projects in Auckland.

You will:

• Lead and deliver pavement design for roading and transport infrastructure projects
• Undertake pavement assessments, investigations, and rehabilitation design
• Prepare and review pavement reports, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
• Apply relevant standards and guidelines (e.g. Austroads, NZTA/Waka Kotahi)
• Support delivery of pavement components within larger multidisciplinary projects
• Provide construction support, including design responses and technical advice
• Mentor and support graduate and intermediate engineers
• Work closely with clients, contractors, and project teams throughout delivery
• Apply quality, safety, and risk management principles in all aspects of your work

Projects may include:

• State highway and local road upgrades
• Pavement renewals and asset improvement programmes
• Urban transport corridors and active mode infrastructure
• Complex pavement rehabilitation and strengthening works

This role is based in Auckland.

About you

You’re an experienced civil engineer with a strong focus on pavement engineering, who enjoys applying technical expertise to real‑world transport challenges.

You’ll bring:

• A degree in Civil Engineering
• Solid experience in pavement design and assessment
• Experience with pavement rehabilitation and renewal projects
• Familiarity with relevant pavement design standards and guidance
• Consultancy experience (preferred)
• Confidence delivering technical packages and working within project teams
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Alignment with our values of Progress, Respect, Integrity, Drive, and Excellence

Working towards Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status is encouraged and supported.

Why join Mott MacDonald

• Purpose‑led transport projects that shape Auckland’s future
• Exposure to major roading and pavement programmes
• Opportunities to deepen pavement expertise and grow technical leadership
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive benefits
• Support for professional development and chartership
• An inclusive, employee‑owned culture where people are trusted to do brilliant things

If this role sounds like the right next step for you — even if you don’t meet every requirement — we encourage you to apply.

Employee ownership

• Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
• Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.
• As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution.
• Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

• A flexible and agile work atmosphere that caters to your professional journey and life's special moments
• A competitive salary complemented by Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
• Comprehensive coverage including life, personal accident, and salary continuance insurance, providing peace of mind during uncertain times
• Opportunities to enhance your work-life balance through the option to purchase extra annual leave
• Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more

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We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees including the opportunity for part time and job shared roles where possible. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part time permanent opportunity, please apply!