Senior 3 Waters Engineer
Ready to step into a role where you can genuinely influence projects, people, and direction?
 
We’re working with a growing water team looking for a Senior 3 Waters Engineer to take on a true 2IC position. A mix of hands-on delivery, leadership, and input into how the team moves forward. You’ll be joining a well-regarded, relationship-driven consultancy with a strong track record across NZ infrastructure, known for being practical, collaborative, and easy to work with.
 
If you’ve ever felt bogged down by layers of process in a larger firm, this offers a more straightforward, down-to-earth environment where things actually get done.
 
The role
You’ll be across the full lifecycle of projects, from early-stage thinking through to delivery, while also playing a key part in how the team operates and grows.
 
Day to day, that looks like:

• Leading delivery of water infrastructure projects from concept through to construction
• Acting as Project Leader - managing scope, programme, budget, and quality
• Working closely with clients and building long-term relationships
• Supporting and mentoring developing engineers
• Contributing to technical direction and wider water sector initiatives

 
What they’re looking for

• Around 10+ years’ experience in water engineering (flexible for the right person)
• Strong design experience across the three waters space
• Comfortable leading projects and managing client relationships
• Experience working across multidisciplinary teams
• Solid commercial awareness and delivery focus
• Relevant engineering qualification (CPEng ideal)
• Full working rights in New Zealand

 
Why this role stands out

• A true 2IC position — real influence over decisions and direction
• Opportunity to shape the growth of the team
• Varied project pipeline, from smaller jobs through to larger multidisciplinary work
• Clear pathway toward future shareholding
• Supportive, down-to-earth team environment
• Flexible working, good balance, and ongoing development support

 
If any of this resonates with you or you’re after something similar, why not reach out to Ben Lapworth (ben@84recruitment.co.nz | 022 183 4944) to confidentially explore THE ideal role for you.