Senior Civil Engineer - Airport Infrastructure

About the role

GHD is looking for a driven and experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join its team onsite in Nadi, Fiji. The role leads and delivers airport and aviation-focused civil infrastructure projects across Fiji and the wider Pacific region, combining technical leadership, mentoring and client engagement within a globally connected consultancy.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design and construction oversight of complex civil infrastructure projects, focusing on airport and aviation assets (airside and landside)
• Manage project execution to meet quality, programme, safety and budget objectives
• Carry out engineering inspections, interpret drawings and specifications and recommend remedial works, especially in operational airports
• Coordinate contract administration and project management, including subcontractor liaison and stakeholder engagement
• Work with airport authorities, regulators, contractors and multidisciplinary teams
• Mentor project teams and foster innovation and knowledge sharing
• Analyse technical and project data to support engineering and commercial decisions
• Keep up to date with engineering standards, aviation requirements and emerging technologies

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related discipline
• 10 to 15 years of professional engineering experience, ideally working toward or holding CPEng (or equivalent)
• Demonstrated design and delivery experience across civil infrastructure; airport, aviation or transport experience highly regarded
• Experience as Engineer's Representative or similar contract administration role, particularly under NZS 3910 or FIDIC-style contracts
• Proven project delivery mindset, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Interest in mentoring others and contributing to an inclusive team

Required skills

• Confidence using engineering tools and design software
• Contract administration under NZS 3910 or FIDIC-style contracts

The role is full-time and onsite at the Nadi project office. Applications are made by submitting a CV through the application link on the advert; no agency resumes should be submitted.