Stantec New Zealand
2022 Graduate Transport Engineer/Planner (Jan 2023)
Christchurch
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Opportunity details
- Graduate Job or Program
- NZD 61,000 - 64,000 / Year
- 1 vacancy
- Apply by 30 Jul 2022
- Start date 22 Jan 2023
We know that what we do really matters which is why Stantec provides solutions that begin at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. That's why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind.
Stantec has a healthy and diverse workload, and we are looking to strengthen our team in Christchurch with a graduate transport engineer/planner with a strong interest in traffic engineering and planning.
Ko te ara angitū | The opportunity
Contribute to the full range of investigation, analysis, assessment, modelling, reporting and presentation tasks associated with client projects. This includes the provision of reliable data and analyses and problem-solving to independently overcome obstacles and achieve outcomes.
Execute, collate and analyse background studies that are needed to establish the basis of transport studies. Such studies will of necessity cover a wide variety of circumstances and range from simple descriptions to complex forecasts.
This is your chance to take your first step and use your technical know-how together with your investigation, analytical and design skills to deliver excellent service to our key and emerging clients in New Zealand. We have nationally recognised transportation engineers and planners who can assist you to take your career to the next level.
We work in multi-disciplinary teams to provide cost-effective, practical, innovative technology and engineering solutions for our clients. There will be a mix of transportation clients, including for local government, Waka Kotahi and the private sector.
The role in a snapshot will encompass the following:
- Undertake transport assessments of a variety of proposed activities
- Contribute to growing and delivering Stantec’s expanding Public Transport and Active Modes business areas.
- Produce calculations, specifications, and reports ensuring technical designs provide the appropriate solutions.
- Assist with planning, coordination and report writing.
- Develop and calibrate traffic models.
- Contribute to the preparation of tenders and proposals as required.
- Support business development through communication with clients and client representatives;
- Contribute to the promotional efforts of the business centre
- Contribute to project teams to achieve delivery of projects to a consistently high standard
- Strive for continuous improvement and pursue excellence
- Complete all work in line with Stantec Core Values
- As part of your graduate development and subject to long-term opportunities, you may be required to work from other Stantec offices.
E pā ana ki a koe | About you
- Relevant technical qualification e.g. BEng. NZCE, BEngTech, Dip Eng.
- I the strong investigation, analytical, communication and report writing skills.
- Able to build trust and provide support to peers and clients.
- Have a strong interest in professional development and building a challenging career in transport engineering and planning.
E pā ki a mātou | About us
The Stantec community unites approximately 25,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport, and infrastructure projects to life. Our work as architects, engineers, and consultants from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.
Ngā huanga mōu | What we offer
Along with a competitive salary, we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development and wellbeing is ongoing.
- Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part-time working
- Learning and Talent Development Programs including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
- Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
- Professional Memberships
- Mental Health & Wellbeing programs
- Health Insurance – Income Protection Insurance – Life Insurance
- Service Recognition Awards
- Employee Assistance Program
Me pēhea te whakauru | How to apply
To discuss this opportunity further, please contact Margaret McMeel on +64 9 580 4502 or mobile +64 275 442 930.
Applications close on Sunday 31 July 2022
Hiring criteria
- No experience required
- New Zealand Temporary Work Visa +more
- Engineering & Mathematics +more
Reviews
I am a graduate civil engineer with one year of experience. I do a mix of technical, MSQA and design work with mentorship from more experienced members of my team. I have time for personal development and training, participating in my graduate programme and the Developing Professionals Group. Currently I spend most of my time doing MSQA for a project, which is now in the commissioning stage, where I will arrange and conduct site visits, draft Notices and Variations for my project lead to approve, and hold meetings with the client and the contractor.
So far, I have mostly worked on stormwater and wastewater where day to day involves being the doer of these projects following the task plan with support from seniors. Responsibilities with this include carrying out the tasks, checking in with the checker and seeking support when unsure. Since starting I've really enjoyed the project work and being able to come in and work on/continue something straight away. The projects have been interesting, and I feel like I get to constantly learn new processes as a grad.
mix of field and office work. not very technical
About the employer
Stantec New Zealand
4.0
1,000 - 50,000 employees
Engineering Consulting
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Pros and cons of working at Stantec New Zealand
Pros
The people are amazing, there is an awesome network of graduates, and all the seniors are super helpful and supportive.
There is flexibility regarding hours, and working remotely.
Being involved with a wide range of projects, based around NZ. Also having mentorship from many experienced people.
Spacious, clean, and green environment to work in.
Stantec has been providing learning opportunities for graduates providing opportunities to work in the field we are interested in, with proper guidance from seniors.
Cons
Pay is alright for the size of this firm. It probably needs to be a little better hearing what my peers are making at other big companies and the mid-year salary reviews are always very minor.”
It seems really hard to get to the next career level from graduate. There is a 2-year grad program. After that, you have to do more competencies to get promoted.
The corporate-ness— it feels like it can get in the way of genuine relationships and the work itself.
Sometimes lack of support from the seniors because most of them are tied up with projects, and so busy with their work.
For me personally, due to my type of role, the availability of work. I often get quite a bit of downtime when I have nothing to work on.