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Engineers Representative - Open Spaces

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Christchurch City Council

Central City, CO (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/4/2026

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Engineer's Representative - Open Spaces E ngā iwi, e ngā karangatanga huri noa i te motu, tēnei te mihi atu ki a koutou katoa. He īnoi tēnei ki a koe. Tono mai ki tētahi tūnga ki te Kaunihera o Ōtautahi About the team | Ko te rōpū nei Join a team that's building a better city. At Christchurch City Council, we're delivering a significant capital works programme that includes significant stormwater and parks related capital works. We're looking for a skilled and experienced Engineer's Representative to help us manage and deliver these projects to the highest standards. About the role | Ko te mahi nei As part of the Professional & Technical Services unit, you'll act as the Engineer's Representative under NZS 3910 and 3916 contracts, ensuring contracts are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification. You'll work closely with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to manage physical works contracts—particularly those related to new Parks and Stormwater assets.
Key responsibilities include:
Administering contracts and certifying payments, variations, and extensions of time. (Noting all the powers of the Engineer to Contract other than matters of dispute are designated down to Engineers Representative within the Council contract templates). Providing technical and contractual advice across the Council. Auditing works to be vested in Council assets. Supporting project delivery through effective relationship and contract management. About you | Ko Koe Tēnei You will bring: A qualification in Civil Engineering and or significant practical equivalent experience. Extensive experience in contract management and construction supervision.(as Eng Rep or EtC) Strong working knowledge of NZS 3910 and 3916. Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills. A full, current driver's licence. 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.
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