Job Description
At Tonkin + Taylor, we strongly believe that it's our people that keep our clients coming back.
Our people are known for delivering award-winning solutions, working collaboratively, and delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients. They are our greatest asset, and we invest in their development, well-being, and ambitions. Tonkin + Taylor is a 100% New Zealand-owned specialist environmental and engineering consultancy with offices across New Zealand and in Australia.
We are looking for a Senior or Intermediate Digital Designer to join our Digital Engineering team, to lead and deliver high-quality civil design projects using Autodesk Civil 3D, with a location preference for Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch.
This is a highly varied and hands-on role, providing the opportunity to be deeply involved in leading Civil 3D design in projects across infrastructure, land development, and environmental engineering, as well as working closely with technical experts.
What will you be doing?
Leading complex civil design projects across infrastructure, land development, 3-waters and environmental engineering sectors.
Ensuring design outputs meet client expectations, technical standards, and project timelines.
Collaborating with project managers and engineers to integrate design with broader project objectives.
Supervising and mentoring junior and intermediate designers, fostering technical growth and career development.
Facilitating design reviews and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
Working with the team to develop and implement Civil 3D standards, templates, and workflows that improve efficiency and consistency, and help share these across the business.
Championing digital engineering practices and contribute to BIM and model-based delivery initiatives.
You will have:
10+ years of experience in civil design, ideally within consultancy or multidisciplinary environment
An engineering qualification (NZDE, BTech, or equivalent)
Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D, including corridors, grading, pipe networks, and surfaces
Proven leadership in managing digital design teams and delivering large-scale infrastructure projects
Strong understanding of BIM principles and digital workflows
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A commitment to upholding T+T’s values and working as an exceptional team player
Our Benefits:
Exposure to a variety of professional experts and projects
A highly supportive team environment where you are encouraged to pave your own career path
Professional memberships and continued education support
Internal training and mentoring programs
$750 annual wellbeing allowance and wellbeing programme
A very active social club and state-of-the-art, modern offices
Flexible working culture to create better work-life experiences
Toroa tā mātou pae tukutuku mō ētehi atu kōrero | For more information, check out our website
APPLY NOW! Or for further information on T+T, go to: www.tonkintaylor.co.nz. T+T is not only a place to work - it's a place where your work will make a difference.
‘Everyone Matters’ is one of our three core values at T+T, and we are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce who foster inclusion, participation, and equal opportunity. We are proud to be an Immigration New Zealand Accredited Employer, a member of Diversity Works, and Partners of TupuToa and Pūhoro STEMM Academy. We particularly encourage speakers of Te Reo Māori or Pasifika languages to apply.
Job Details
Reference #
34148
Posted on
20 Feb 2026
Closes on
Location(s)
Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington
Expertise
CAD, Civil Engineering
Job level(s)
Intermediate / Professional (5-10), Senior (10-15)
Work type(s)
Permanent, Full Time
Our people are known for delivering award-winning solutions, working collaboratively, and delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients. They are our greatest asset, and we invest in their development, well-being, and ambitions. Tonkin + Taylor is a 100% New Zealand-owned specialist environmental and engineering consultancy with offices across New Zealand and in Australia.
We are looking for a Senior or Intermediate Digital Designer to join our Digital Engineering team, to lead and deliver high-quality civil design projects using Autodesk Civil 3D, with a location preference for Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch.
This is a highly varied and hands-on role, providing the opportunity to be deeply involved in leading Civil 3D design in projects across infrastructure, land development, and environmental engineering, as well as working closely with technical experts.
What will you be doing?
Leading complex civil design projects across infrastructure, land development, 3-waters and environmental engineering sectors.
Ensuring design outputs meet client expectations, technical standards, and project timelines.
Collaborating with project managers and engineers to integrate design with broader project objectives.
Supervising and mentoring junior and intermediate designers, fostering technical growth and career development.
Facilitating design reviews and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
Working with the team to develop and implement Civil 3D standards, templates, and workflows that improve efficiency and consistency, and help share these across the business.
Championing digital engineering practices and contribute to BIM and model-based delivery initiatives.
You will have:
10+ years of experience in civil design, ideally within consultancy or multidisciplinary environment
An engineering qualification (NZDE, BTech, or equivalent)
Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D, including corridors, grading, pipe networks, and surfaces
Proven leadership in managing digital design teams and delivering large-scale infrastructure projects
Strong understanding of BIM principles and digital workflows
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A commitment to upholding T+T’s values and working as an exceptional team player
Our Benefits:
Exposure to a variety of professional experts and projects
A highly supportive team environment where you are encouraged to pave your own career path
Professional memberships and continued education support
Internal training and mentoring programs
$750 annual wellbeing allowance and wellbeing programme
A very active social club and state-of-the-art, modern offices
Flexible working culture to create better work-life experiences
Toroa tā mātou pae tukutuku mō ētehi atu kōrero | For more information, check out our website
APPLY NOW! Or for further information on T+T, go to: www.tonkintaylor.co.nz. T+T is not only a place to work - it's a place where your work will make a difference.
‘Everyone Matters’ is one of our three core values at T+T, and we are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce who foster inclusion, participation, and equal opportunity. We are proud to be an Immigration New Zealand Accredited Employer, a member of Diversity Works, and Partners of TupuToa and Pūhoro STEMM Academy. We particularly encourage speakers of Te Reo Māori or Pasifika languages to apply.
Job Details
Reference #
34148
Posted on
20 Feb 2026
Closes on
Location(s)
Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington
Expertise
CAD, Civil Engineering
Job level(s)
Intermediate / Professional (5-10), Senior (10-15)
Work type(s)
Permanent, Full Time
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