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We’re looking for a driven Senior Structural Engineer to join our Christchurch team and help us deliver a diverse range of commercial and industrial projects. This is a real opportunity to take ownership — leading projects, managing client relationships, and mentoring others.
Why Join Babbage?
At Babbage, you’ll join a highly capable Christchurch based Structural Engineering team alongside our civil, geotechnical, building services and environmental specialists. As one of New Zealand’s few remaining large NZ owned multi-disciplinary consultancies, we foster an environment of diversity in all we do, from projects, experiences, people and cultural backgrounds.
Your Role:
You'll lead projects from concept through to delivery, building strong client relationships and supporting the team’s growth. You’ll be trusted to run jobs independently but backed by a team that’s supportive, ambitious, and values learning and fun.
Key Responsibilities:
* Leading structural design and delivery on commercial and industrial projects.
* Managing project timelines, budgets, and client expectations.
* Mentoring junior team members and supporting their development.
* Communicating confidently with clients, architects, contractors, and other consultants.
* Taking initiative to solve problems and deliver high-quality outcomes.
What You’ll Bring:
* A self-starter with 7+ years’ structural engineering experience.
* Chartered (CPEng) or actively working towards it.
* Strong technical skills across steel, concrete, and timber structures.
* Confident leading projects and communicating directly with clients.
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
* Someone who enjoys being part of a fun, flexible, and growth-minded team.
* Flexible working (open to part-time or reduced hours).
* Supportive, social team culture focused on learning and growth.
* Clear career development pathway as we grow the Christchurch team.
* Competitive salary and great work-life balance.
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