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Graduate Civil Engineer

Eliot Sinclair
Full-time
On-site
Christchurch, New Zealand
NZ Structural Design Jobs

Kick-start your engineering career with projects that make a difference.

Eliot Sinclair is a South Island-based multi-disciplinary consultancy with a confirmed forward workload and a growing pipeline of civil infrastructure and land development projects. We’re looking for a graduate civil engineer ready to develop their skills, learn from experienced professionals, and contribute to practical, high-quality outcomes.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Working on civil infrastructure and land development projects: roading, drainage, stormwater, wastewater, and water reticulation.
  • Preparing designs, tender documentation, and schedules of prices (with support and mentoring).
  • Getting out on site and seeing your work through to completion.
  • Collaborating with clients, project managers, and specialists from across our disciplines.

What We’re After

  • A recognised engineering degree (or finishing soon).
  • A proactive, solutions-focused approach.
  • Strong attention to detail and practical problem-solving skills.
  • Clear communication skills and a team mindset (a sense of humour helps too).

What You’ll Get

  • A competitive salary and health insurance.
  • Flexible working hours that support balance.
  • Exposure to varied, hands-on projects across the South Island.
  • A supportive team environment with mentoring from experienced engineers.

Apply Now

Send your CV and a brief cover letter to [email protected]. First job? No problem. If you’re ready to put your degree to work and grow quickly, we’d like to hear from you.