Principal Designer jobs

A leading design and engineering firm is seeking a Principal Landscape Architect & Urban Designer to join their Placemaking team in Auckland. In this senior role, you will lead innovative landscape architecture solutions for complex projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes while nurturing client relationships. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the field and strong leadership...

Overview Our client is a Health and Safety Consultancy with over 18 years of experience in the Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental industry. They serve a diverse range of clients across multiple sectors, providing practical and innovative solutions to keep organisations safe, compliant and profitable. CDM Principal Designer They are seeking an experienced and proactive CDM Principal...

A global engineering firm in Wellington is seeking a Principal Civil (Aviation) Engineer to lead various airside design projects. In this key role, you will deliver innovative design solutions while mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in civil aviation and strong technical skills in airside planning. This position offers flexible work arrangements and...

Overview Date advertised: 19 Jan 2026 Job Type: Permanent Location: Wellington, NZ About this role - Permanent, Fulltime opportunity - Wellington-based Are you ready to bring your leadership skills to shape the future of learning in Aotearoa? As Principal Adviser, Curriculum Design, you’ll play a pivotal role within the New Zealand Curriculum & Te Whāriki team in Te Poutāhū (Curriculum...

Help shape the future of education in New Zealand We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes. Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our students...

Napier City Council is looking for a Principal Design Engineer to lead design work across our water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects. In this role, you’ll provide senior technical guidance, ensure designs meet regulatory and sustainability standards, and oversee project delivery from concept to construction. You’ll also provide peer review and sign-off for complex or high-risk...

Senior or Principal Pavement Design Engineer Are you a pavement design engineer with at least 10 years’ experience? Then read on... We know that what we do really matters which is why at Stantec, we design with community in mind. The opportunity | Ko te āheinga This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a proven track record of pavement design and engineering who can drive continuous...

Principal HR Advisor, Te Pae Tawhiti / Workforce Strategy & Organisational Design - Fixed term Date: 29 Jan 2026 Location: Wellington, NZ 12 Month Fixed term/Secondment opportunity - Preferably this role will be based in Wellington but will consider applications from Auckland and Christchurch - Be a fundamental part of MSD's Transformation journey - Help us to continue designing a future...

Job Type: Permanent | Full Time Location: Christchurch, New Zealand Job Category: Government, Defence & Emergency - Hei kaitiaki o te mātauranga Māori Ngāi Tahu mā ngā pūnaha tika - Hei pou whakaoho i a Whiria Te Muka hei aratohu ora mō te hononga Tiriti - Lead durable systems design embedding kaupapa Māori Mō Te Kaunihera Taiao Ki Waitaha │ About Environment Canterbury Waitaha Canterbury -...

A leading education authority in New Zealand is seeking a Principal Adviser for Curriculum Design based in Wellington. This pivotal role requires driving the development of a knowledge-rich curriculum and providing leadership to advance educational outcomes. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in collaboration, communication, and data analysis. This is a fulltime, permanent opportunity...

A leading health and safety consultancy in New Zealand is looking for an experienced CDM Principal Designer. You will oversee design-stage risk management and ensure compliance with CDM 2015 regulations across various projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CDM, excellent communication skills, and experience in construction or consultancy. This role offers a competitive...

Principal Landscape Architecture & Urban Design Join to apply for the Principal Landscape Architecture and Urban Design role at Jacobs. At Jacobs, we are challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing. We turn...

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build...

A leading engineering firm in New Zealand is seeking a Principal Civil (Aviation) Engineer to lead airside design projects across airports. You'll be part of a collaborative team focusing on technical excellence. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in civil aviation projects and strong skills in 3D geometric design. The position offers flexible work arrangements, including...

A Health and Safety Consultancy is seeking a Building Safety Act Principal Designer to lead compliance across construction projects. The role requires strong knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 and experience managing complex design compliance. The successful candidate will work with diverse stakeholders and oversee statutory submissions. The position offers a competitive salary and the...

A global engineering firm is seeking a Senior or Principal Primary Engineer to join their Energy team in Hamilton or Auckland. You will lead and deliver designs for primary electrical systems and support clients in the energy sector. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. The role offers diverse opportunities for...

Building Safety Act Principal Designer Our client is a Health and Safety Consultancy and has been working in the Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental industry for over 18 years covering many different sectors. They have a diverse range of clients and pride themselves on providing a first‑class service. They look after organisations and businesses of any shape and size and offer practical...

- Full-time - State/Province: Auckland - Business Group: DCS - Legal Entity: AECOM New Zealand Limited - Business Line: Transportation - Work Location Model: Hybrid - Operating Group: International - Primary Location: NZ - Auckland Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing...

A global infrastructure consulting firm is seeking a Principal Project Manager/Design Manager to lead complex aviation infrastructure projects across New Zealand. This role involves managing project budgets, overseeing design teams, and maintaining client engagement. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering and significant experience in project delivery, with a focus on safety...

A global infrastructure consulting firm in Auckland seeks a Principal Project Manager/Design Manager to lead complex airport projects. In this client-facing role, you will manage design teams, oversee project delivery, and ensure technical excellence. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and at least 8 years of experience in project delivery. You will benefit from flexible...