Project Engineer – Site Based

Beca

Project Engineer delivering sustaining and major capital projects for Beca’s industrial clients in Invercargill. Managing scope, programme, cost and risk with end-to-end site-based ownership.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeInvercargill • 🇳🇿 New ZealandSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing end-to-end project delivery within industrial environments, focusing on equipment replacements, safety upgrades, and compliance works. Strong ability to build client relationships and work independently in a site-based delivery context.

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Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringProcess EngineeringProject ManagementProblem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Project Scope ManagementProject Cost ManagementProject Risk ManagementProject Programme ManagementCapital Project Delivery

Soft Skills

Client-Focused MindsetStrong CommunicationIndependent Work

Certifications & Qualifications

Tertiary Qualification in Engineering

Industry Keywords

Brownfield EnvironmentsOperational EnvironmentsSustaining Capital ProjectsSafety UpgradesReliability Improvements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver sustaining capital projects, including equipment replacements, safety upgrades, reliability improvements and compliance works
Support major capital projects as they arise
Manage projects end to end, from scope and planning through to delivery
Work alongside client teams with support from Beca’s wider national capability
Build strong, trusted client relationships through consistent, high-quality delivery
Work independently in a site-based delivery environment
Partner with operational teams and key stakeholders
Draw on national project support where needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Tertiary qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Process Engineering
8+ years’ experience, ideally within industrial brownfield or operational environments
Experience managing projects up to $5 million
Experience managing scope, programme, cost and risk
Ability to work independently in a regional delivery environment
Client-focused, practical mindset
Strong problem-solving skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities
A supportive and caring environment where you can bring your whole self to work
Opportunities to learn from industry experts and technical leaders across Asia Pacific
A strong culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing
Discounted health insurance
Gym membership discounts
Social club events
Share ownership available for eligible employees
Employee benefits designed to reward and recognise employees