Careers

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Current Vacancies

Surveyor Roles

Construction & Contracts Engineer

Queenstown / Full Time

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Join our vibrant Queenstown office as a Construction & Contracts Engineer and become part of a close-knit team of experienced professionals delivering exciting projects across the South Island. If you're motivated, proactive, and ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Depending on your experience, you'll take on increasing responsibility for contract administration, construction monitoring, programme management, and stakeholder coordination, with ongoing mentoring and support to help you grow your career. Apply now!

McKenzie & Co. was born from a passion for high quality environments and a desire to develop great places for people to grow.

We offer land development consultancy services to developers and our projects range in scope from large scale master-planned communities in greenfield locations, to complex infill developments in brownfields sites, right down to smaller residential subdivisions.

With offices in Auckland, Warkworth, Taupo, Tauranga, Rotorua and Queenstown you’ll be part of an 125+ strong team of expert surveyors, civil engineers, project managers and development advisors.

SKILLS REQUIRED

  • Minimum 2 experience in civil construction, land development, or consultancy
  • Working knowledge of NZS 3910 (or similar NZ construction contracts)
  • Experience working with contractors in a site-based or delivery environment
  • Strong communication and coordination skills
  • Organised with good attention to detail
  • Ability to work across multiple projects

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

  • We care about your development. You will work alongside some of the best in the industry, with 115 technical experts working across multiple disciplines who are here to coach and mentor you.
  • We work on diverse projects. Our projects range from large scale master-planned residential, commercial and industrial developments to infill projects and everything in between.
  • We offer great employee benefits. Our remuneration packages are extremely competitive and we offer other benefits such as flexible work arrangements that reflect the value that we place in our employees.
  • We celebrate diversity and inclusion. We embrace diversity and want our team to bring their ‘whole self’ to work. We want you to be authentic and let us see your true personality (including the quirky bits).
  • We work hard but we have fun doing it. Our team love to have fun with comradery and competitiveness at the core, making for some excellent gatherings. There’s always something social on offer!

Ready to join a team of energetic, fun-loving professionals? Get in touch now!

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Surveying Graduates

Nationwide / Full Time

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Surveying Graduate

Launch your surveying career with hands-on experience that makes a difference.

At McKenzie & Co, you'll do more than start a job—you'll build a career. From day one, you'll work alongside experienced surveyors on real projects that are helping shape communities across New Zealand.

Whether it's residential subdivisions, commercial developments, infrastructure or large-scale land development projects, you'll gain practical experience using industry-leading technology while learning from a team that's invested in your professional growth.

What you'll do

As a Surveying Graduate, you'll have the opportunity to:

  • Assist with field surveys across a diverse range of land development and infrastructure projects.
  • Gain hands-on experience using modern surveying technology, including GPS, robotic total stations and drone technology.
  • Support data processing, drafting and survey calculations in the office.
  • Work alongside Licensed Cadastral Surveyors and experienced Survey Technicians.
  • Apply and build on the skills you've developed at university through real-world project experience.
  • Experience the full project lifecycle, from initial site investigations through to completed developments.

About you

You'll be:

  • A recent graduate, or about to graduate, with a Bachelor of Surveying or a related qualification.
  • Enthusiastic, curious and eager to learn.
  • A strong communicator who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.
  • Comfortable working both outdoors and in an office environment.
  • Passionate about helping shape the future of New Zealand's communities.

A full New Zealand driver's licence (or the ability to obtain one) is desirable.

Why McKenzie & Co?

We're one of New Zealand's leading land development consultancies, bringing together surveying, civil engineering, planning and spatial expertise under one roof.

As part of our graduate team, you'll enjoy:

  • Real responsibility and project exposure from day one.
  • Mentoring from experienced surveyors and Licensed Cadastral Surveyors.
  • Opportunities to work on a diverse range of projects across New Zealand.
  • Ongoing technical and professional development.
  • A supportive, collaborative team culture.
  • Genuine work-life balance.
  • Clear opportunities for career progression as you develop your skills and experience.

If you're ready to launch your surveying career with a team that's passionate about developing great places and great people, we'd love to hear from you.

Join McKenzie & Co and help shape the future of New Zealand.

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Surveyor

Queenstown / Full Time

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Join our Queenstown office as a Surveyor and be part of a close-knit team of experienced professionals working on exciting South Island developments. If you're motivated, energetic, and ready for a challenge, apply now.

McKenzie & Co. was born from a passion for high quality environments and a desire to develop great places for people to grow.

We offer land development consultancy services to developers and our projects range in scope from large scale master-planned communities in greenfield locations, to complex infill developments in brownfields sites, right down to smaller residential subdivisions.

With offices in Auckland, Taupo, Tauranga, Rotorua, Christchurch and Queenstown you’ll be part of an 110+ strong team of expert surveyors, civil engineers, project managers and development advisors.

SKILLS REQUIRED

We are seeking a highly skilled professional with experience in land development and subdivision design

  • Minimum of 3 years land development experience required
  • Good project management skills and experience
  • People management skills and experience
  • Comfortable with both flexibility and structure, is highly organised
  • Has a positive attitude and hungry to develop
  • Strong communication skills – written and verbal
  • Must have a thorough knowledge of GNSS, robotic total stations, and leading software for fieldwork, data collection, and data processing. Use of 12d and Landonline essential
  • Genuine “Can Do” attitude.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

  • We care about your development. You will work alongside some of the best in the industry, with technical experts working across multiple disciplines who are here to coach and mentor you.
  • We work on diverse projects. Our projects range from large scale master-planned residential, commercial and industrial developments to infill projects and everything in between.
  • We offer great employee benefits. Our remuneration packages are extremely competitive and we offer other benefits such as flexible work arrangements that reflect the value that we place in our employees.
  • We celebrate diversity and inclusion. We embrace diversity and want our team to bring their ‘whole self’ to work. We want you to be authentic and let us see your true personality (including the quirky bits).
  • We work hard but we have fun doing it. Our team love to have fun with comradery and competitiveness at the core, making for some excellent gatherings. There’s always something social on offer!

Ready to join a team of energetic, fun-loving professionals? Get in touch now!

Apply

Surveyor - All Levels

Taupō / Full Time

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We are seeking talented Surveyors to join our Central North Island team based in Taupō. Make the move to McKenzie & Co and progress your rewarding career on a range of projects with our close-knit team. 

We’re looking for team players to join us, at all levels, to expand our surveying capacity. 

This role is involved in cadastral, setout, topo, UAV and others to support the land development projects in line with our purpose and mission of McKenzie & Co ‘to develop great places and people’. You will do this while working collaboratively to provide excellent surveying services for projects undertaken by McKenzie & Co.

  • Manage and carry out topographic, set out, hydrographic, monitoring surveys

  • To work closely with survey manager/ team leader to help develop and improve sound surveying systems and processes for the construction surveying.

  • Be able to independently perform setting out surveys for civils, residential and others

  • Other surveys including topographical surveys, monitoring and “as-builts”

  • Able to provide various plans/ deliverables in McKenzie and Co standard templates in a timely manner to the client.

  • Experience in 12d and Landonline

  • Carry out survey and prepare cadastral data set

Email us your CV and why you’d love to work with us at careers@mckenzieandco.co.nz

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Engineering Roles

Construction Design Engineer - Taupō

Permanent - Full Time

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Are you ready to lead engineering design and implementation for land development projects while living in the beautiful Taupō?

Our Taupō land development office is looking for a Construction Design Engineer to join their awesome team of highly skilled and experienced professionals.

We’re looking to fill this role quickly. If the below sounds like you and you want to join a great team of energetic, fun-loving professionals, apply now.

ABOUT MCKENZIE & CO.
McKenzie & Co. was born from a passion for high quality environments and a desire to develop great places for people to grow.

We offer land development consultancy services to developers including professional development advice, project management, civil engineering, surveying, and planning. Our projects range in scope from large scale master-planned communities in greenfield locations, to complex infill developments in brownfields sites, right down to smaller residential subdivisions.

Established in 2014 by Clayton McKenzie, the business has fast become a centre of excellence for land development solutions. With office hubs in Auckland, Albany, Manukau, Taupō, Tauranga, Rotorua, Christchurch and Queenstown you’ll be part of a 120+ strong team of expert surveyors, civil engineers, project managers and development advisors.

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Construction Design Engineer role supports the Senior Engineers, Construction Team and Project Leads with the day-to-day design, contract and construction needs of projects and reinforces the purpose and mission of McKenzie & Co ‘to develop great places and people’. You will do this whilst working collaboratively to provide excellent engineering services for projects undertaken by McKenzie & Co.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Project Engineering

  • Prepare schedules, contract documentation, resource consents and other documents pertaining but not limited to civil engineering projects
  • Ensure the appropriate measures and contract administration duties of civil engineering projects are on time and to schedule, this includes attending/facilitating weekly progress and contract meetings with contractors and clients
  • Preparation of 224c and compliance documentations and submissions to Council
  • Co-ordinate resource consents and Council interfaces as required
  • Prepare and submit building consent and compliance applications

Civil Engineering

  • Carry out civil engineering design and preparation of drawings in accordance with McKenzie & Co’s standards
  • Ensure technical quality and completion on schedule and within budget
  • Plan the implementation of the project, co-ordinate and manage all project elements relevant to your role
  • Prepare schedules, contract documentation, resource consents and other documents pertaining but not limited to civil engineering projects

Competencies/Skills Required for Job

  • May / may not be a registered engineering professional
  • Bachelor of Engineering or NZCE
  • Land development and subdivision design experience
  • 5-7 years civil engineering industry experience
  • Strong 12d,BricsCAD skills/experience
  • Demonstrated competency using MS Project, Word and Excel

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

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Civil Engineer - Christchurch

Permanent - Full Time

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Are you ready to take on engineering design and implementation for land development projects in Christchurch? At McKenzie & Co, our mission is to develop great places and people, and we need your expertise to make it happen!

Join our newly created team in Christchurch and lead the charge on our growing project portfolio. As a Civil Engineer, you will be pivotal to our projects, ensuring excellent engineering design and execution. You'll be part of a friendly and dynamic local team, and be part of a new office set-up.

Join Our Team as a Civil Engineer in Christchurch!

What You'll Do:

  • Design and prepare civil engineering drawings with top-notch quality.
  • Keep projects on schedule and within budget.
  • Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and external consultants.
  • Manage project elements and coordinate with contractors.
  • Handle schedules, contracts, resource consents, and liaise with local councils.
  • Champion our Quality Management and Health & Safety policies.
  • Assist with technical development and comply with admin requirements.

What You Bring:

  • Bachelor of Engineering or NZCE (registration optional).
  • 3+ years of civil engineering experience, especially in land development and subdivision design.
  • Local experience in Christchurch
  • Strong skills in 12d, Civil 3D, and BricsCAD.
  • Excellent relationship-building and problem-solving skills.
  • Organised, proactive, and a great communicator.
  • A genuine 'can do' attitude.

Who You'll Work With:

  • Senior engineers, all employees, clients, subcontractors, and the general public.
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Senior Senior Civil Engineer - Queenstown

Queenstown & Wanaka / Permanent - Full Time

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We are looking for a Senior Civil Engineer with over 6 years experience, looking to expand their rewarding career with a values-driven company. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to work as part of a dynamic close-knit team in our established Queenstown office due to continued growth.

Whether you’re early on in your career or a seasoned professional, if you’re motivated, capable, fun and focussed, we want you!

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in our projects, ensuring top-notch engineering design and execution. Working alongside an energetic and fun team in new office premises. 

Accountabilities include:

  • Civil Engineering, playing a pivotal role in informing the Senior Leadership Team 
  • Overseeing the successful execution of contracts with excellent communication to ensure transparency for all stakeholders 

What we're looking for: 

  • Minimum of 6 years land development experience required
  • Suitable tertiary qualification, e.g., BEng or BSurv
  • 12d and AutoCAD experience
  • A leader in your field.
  • A genuine ‘can do’ attitude

In exchange for your expertise you will benefit from working in a close team of experts who have a deep understanding of our customers needs. We offer flexibility to our team, and ensure that your time and skills are competitively remunerated. 

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Intermediate Civil Engineer - Queenstown

Queenstown & Wanaka / Permanent - Full Time

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We are looking for an Intermediate Civil Engineer with several years of experience who is ready to take the next step in their career with a values-driven company. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic, close-knit team in our established Queenstown office as we continue to grow.

Whether you’re building on your early career experience or looking to broaden your skills across a variety of projects, if you’re motivated, capable, fun and focused, we want to hear from you.

As an Intermediate Civil Engineer, you will contribute to the delivery of our land development projects, supporting design, coordination and implementation alongside an energetic and experienced team in new office premises.

Accountabilities include:

  • Supporting civil engineering design and project delivery across a range of land development projects

  • Assisting with the successful execution of contracts and maintaining clear communication with project teams and stakeholders

What we’re looking for:

  • Approximately 3–6 years’ experience in land development

  • Suitable tertiary qualification, e.g., BEng or BSurv

  • Experience with 12d and AutoCAD

  • A proactive team player who is keen to learn and grow

  • A genuine ‘can-do’ attitude

In exchange for your expertise, you will benefit from working in a close team of experts with a deep understanding of our customers’ needs. We offer flexibility to our team and ensure your time and skills are competitively remunerated.

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Why work with us?

The Great People Programme.

For McKenzie & Co. to thrive, our people must thrive. The Great People Programme embodies our workplace culture and promotes employee wellbeing. We want our team to be at their best, both mentally & physically.

Varied projects

If you enjoy variety, you’ll be pleased to know that our projects range from large-scale master-planned residential, commercial, and industrial developments to the redevelopment of brownfield sites, infill projects, and everything in between. 

Excellent employee benefits

We value our employees and offer competitive remuneration packages and benefits, including flexible work arrangements. You can expect to enjoy regular catch-ups, office pool competition, our popular all-team weekend away, and $100 wellbeing benefit. 

We celebrate our team as individuals

Be part of a team that embraces your authentic self and celebrates your unique background, qualities and traits. Creating a positive, inclusive workplace that you’re excited to come to is key to us. 

Collaborative environment

We foster a collaborative environment where teams work together towards a shared vision, resulting in successful outcomes – with mentoring along the way. We celebrate your wins, encourage growth and connection along the way. 

Career development

We care about your development and encourage ongoing learning opportunities and pathways for employees. With a team of over 110 technical experts across multiple disciplines.

You will work alongside some of the best in the industry. 

At McKenzie & Co. we truly care about our culture and have a strong idea of our values.

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Internship Profile​

Digby Turner | Intern Engineer

 

As an Engineering student at the University of Canterbury, getting hands-on experience in a professional consulting firm was something I was really looking forward to, and McKenzie & Co has helped provide that opportunity. From day one, I’ve had the chance to work alongside senior staff including the directors on major projects, gaining exposure to the kind of strategic thinking and collaboration that you can’t always learn in a lecture theatre. It’s been a rewarding learning curve, and I’ve felt genuinely supported and included in the process. 

Beyond the work, I’ve really enjoyed being part of the team culture, especially the lunchtime pool tournaments, which have brought out everyone’s competitive side (mine included). Thanks to everyone at McKenzie & Co for making this such a valuable and enjoyable experience. I’m in my final year now and my studies have been complimented with new skills, great memories, and a much clearer sense of where I want to take my career.

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