Senior Design Engineer - Roading

E nga iwi, e nga karangatanga huri noa i te motu, tenei te mihi atu ki a koutou katoa. He piiraa tenei ki a koe. Haere mai ki te tono mo tetahi tuunga i te Kaunihera o te Taone o Ōtautahi. About the team | Ko te rōpū nei Sitting in the Technical Services and Design (TSD) Unit, we are the Transport team who provide Civil Engineering services to enable the delivery of the Christchurch City Council's capital programme. We often collaborate closely with other teams in TSD such as Landscape & Planning, Survey and Contract Management, servicing wider units in Council. We are committed to continuous improvement and ensure that our design services are efficient, sustainable, aligned with technological advancements and providing solutions that address the effects of climate change. About the role | Ko te mahi nei Our Senior Design Engineers design roading projects within the Capital programme, and also act as a senior professional advisor for all issues related to roading design. Their extensive experience allows them to contribute to the learning and development of others within the team. Responsibilities include: • Undertaking detailed design, defining and solving complex design problems, integrating the needs of the site, the requirements of the client, public interest, statutory requirements and Council priorities. • Providing project leadership of roading design projects covering the concept development, design and implementation phases of the project. • Preparing cost estimates for roading projects by interpreting project drawings and relevant project documents • Contributing to and assisting the Team Leader with the ongoing professional growth and development of staff by mentoring, coaching and empowering others. • Proactively maintaining and strengthening relationships between the Transport Unit and internal and external stakeholders. About you | Ko Koe Tēnei Our ideal candidate will be a collaborative problem solver with experience working in project teams. They will be driven by their own success as well as the success of others in their team, seeking out opportunities to upskill and develop team members. A high level of computer literacy will see them quickly pick up new design software (we use 12d and MicroStation CAD). They will also have: • A Bachelors of Engineering (Civil) or equivalent tertiary qualification • 10-15 years relevant experience involving roading design • Demonstrated experience in local government asset management, planning, policy and project delivery. • Demonstrated experience with consultation and managing partnerships internally and externally. What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe? Want to be involved in shaping your City? Here at the Council we know our strength comes from our people, working together as one team to create results. When you join us, you're getting involved first hand, and contributing to crafting the Christchurch community. You will also benefit from: • Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities • Flexible working arrangements - WFH, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave. • Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation • Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts. If this sounds like an interesting opportunity, you think you have what it takes and want to get involved in shaping our City then please apply today. Additional Information | Ko ētahi atu kōrero: At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us at jobs@ccc.govt.nz Hours of work - 37.5 - 40 hours per week, however we would consider candidates wanting to work 30 hours or more per week. Position - Permanent Location - This position is primarily based at Te Hononga, Christchurch City Council Civic Offices - 53 Hereford Street Salary - The salary band for this position goes from $115,466 - $128,295 per annum based on a 40 hour week. Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.