Senior Engineer for Studio 1 - Christchurch
Applications now open
Pocket is seeking a sharp-minded Senior Structural Engineer to join its growing team in central Christchurch.
We are a young, creative, design-led structural engineering practice known for our open-minded and collaborative approach. Our growing reputation has been cultivated through an unwavering pursuit of excellence and innovation
Andrew Clunie, Senior Project Leader, Christchurch
Our expanding team is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer with 6+ years’ post-graduate experience to work on a variety of high-quality and challenging projects across New Zealand. Our current blend of projects includes a mixture of high-end residential and commercial building design and detailed seismic assessments of heritage structures.
Qualifications and Experience
- A BE in civil engineering (or equivalent by Washington Accord)
- 6+ years’ experience working for a reputable structural engineering consultancy
- Close to, or recently chartered (CPEng)
- Valid NZ drivers licence
Core Duties
- Preparation of sketches, calculations and reports to ensure the successful delivery of projects.
- Carry out site inspections to ensure construction work is being carried out to an acceptable standard.
- Ability and experience in conceiving and portraying structural concept schemes.
- Carry out reviews to ensure designs are safe and achieve the architectural vision of the project.
- Mentoring and training of less senior engineers to aid their development and progression.
- Fulfil Project Leader role by charting the course of projects from inception to completion.
- Strict adherence to the Company Operations Manual to ensure consistency in project delivery.
- Regular communication and coordination with project architects and other building industry professionals.
Technical Skills
- Use analytical software effectively and interpret the outputs concisely.
- Good working knowledge of NZ Standards.
- Experienced in the design of all principal construction materials (concrete, masonry, steel and timber).
Personal Skills and Interests
- Able to prioritise workload, juggle a variety of tasks at once, and work effectively within a team.
- Great budget awareness and management, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
- A flexible, positive approach and the ability to work as part of a team in a busy, creative atmosphere.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with people at all levels.
- Can do attitude with a drive for success.
- A keen interest in architecture and design.
- Good communication skills and a collaborative approach.
Site Inspection February 2024
At Pocket we have six core values as stated below. These are of utmost important to us and we expect every member of the team to abide by these values at all times. A key aspect of our interview process is to determine whether alignment exists between our company core values and your own personal values. To this end, we recommend that you consider whether your own personal values are compatible before submitting your application.
Passion
Ownership
Communication
Kindness
Excellence
Team work
Pocket Birthday Celebrations September 2022
The Pocket team is diverse with a wide range of cultural backgrounds, life experiences and viewpoints represented across the business. We have placed collaboration at the heart of everything we do by cultivating an environment where the skills and opinions of all team members are afforded importance. This has led to a highly fulfilling and rewarding place to work.
What we offer
As a valued part of our team you will experience the following key benefits:
A competitive salary
Quarterly bonus scheme
A great work/rest balance
A vibrant office environment with a great sense of cohesion and teamwork
Regular free barista coffees
Regular free lunches to celebrate team wins and key events
Amazing social culture
Outstanding training
Buddy system to get you up to speed when you start
Twice daily contact time with senior experienced team members
Vibrant central Christchruch location
Team Lunch Central Christchurch January 2024
Want to join the Pocket Team?
Email a copy of your CV and a covering letter to jenmarsh@pocketeng.co.nz
We look forward to hearing from you.