Graduate Structural Engineer - Water, Christchurch
Are you a new graduate (or soon to graduate in 2026) with a Civil/ Structural Engineering qualification? Do you aspire to develop and grow in a collaborative and supportive environment, then join Stantec’s 2026-2027 Graduate Programme and kickstart your career with us!
Fantastic perks:
Engineering NZ Accredited: 2-year graduate development programme.
Competitive Salary: NZD74,000 base salary plus benefits such as spot bonuses, banking discounts, and an extra day's leave.
Insurance: Receive a range of insurances including health cover through Southern Cross Medical Insurance
Global Network: Connect with our international Developing Professionals Group for training and networking across New Zealand and Australia.
Professional Support: Get mentored for your Engineering New Zealand Accreditation and personal career development.
Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy flexible working hours and excellent employee benefits.
What you’ll do?
As a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer at Stantec, you will contribute to designs, calculations, technical reporting, construction monitoring, and advice for our clients around the region and nationally.
You will join a Christchurch and South Island team that works on infrastructure projects, not only locally, but across New Zealand and the wider Asia Pacific region. You will work with a diverse client set that ranges from local government and private developers and even includes clients in the Pacific and beyond.
Some of the existing projects this team is involved in include new or existing bridges and other structures, retaining walls, bridge inspections, bridge repairs and new water or roading structures. You will support these projects by taking the following responsibilities:
Your Role:
Complete structural element designs - this could be concrete, steel or timber
· Assist and complete site inspections with other structural engineers
· Liaise and assist geotechnical engineers to understand their ground investigation requirements and results
· Contribute to reports, specifications, and drawings.
· Structural modelling, typically in Microstran, SAP2000 and ETABs
· Sketching details, by hand, or on the computer to assist in generating drawing packages
What You Bring:
Recent graduate with a Bachelor of Civil/Structural Engineering (hon) or Master of Civil Engineering
Motivated, pragmatic, and eager to learn across various disciplines
Strong interest in water engineering
Demonstrated personal leadership qualities and thrive in challenging environments
Eligibility:
Be a recent graduate or due to finish studies by December 2026
Preferably have a full clean current driving licence
Working Rights: Student Visa, Permanent Resident, Citizen
Application Advice and Tips
· Refer to our CV and Cover Letter advice on Prosple.
· Applications close 13th April 2026
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About Stantec
Stantec’s Water team in New Zealand has an impressive portfolio of successful projects that benefit communities nationwide and beyond, with significant contributions to international work. Our water focus covers the management of drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, and groundwater as a collective resource. Dams and hydropower are a key focus, driving resilience and renewable energy solutions. Tackling our water challenges is crucial, and our diverse local network includes over 360 water specialists dedicated to innovation.
We’ve been serving our clients and communities in Aotearoa New Zealand for over 125 years. With almost 900 professionals, our team is based in the main cities and throughout the regions. We collaborate across disciplines and sectors to bring buildings, energy, water, environmental, and transport projects to life.
Globally, Stantec unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.
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What You Bring:
Recent graduate with a Bachelor of Civil/Structural Engineering (hon) or Master of Civil Engineering
Motivated, pragmatic, and eager to learn across various disciplines
Strong interest in water engineering
Demonstrated personal leadership qualities and thrive in challenging environments