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Construction, Architecture & Design

Senior Electrical Engineer

Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer
Contract Type: Permanent Recruitment
Location: Auckland
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REF: 131091
Contact Details: Matt Shortt
Contact Email: matt.shortt@beyond.co.nz
Job Published: about 9 hours ago

This is a New Zealand–owned and operated building services consultancy with a reputation for delivering high-profile projects across health, education, industrial and wider Commerical builds. With a growing pipeline and a technically respected leadership team, they are now seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead their electrical discipline and drive excellence across public and private sector builds.

This is a senior leadership and delivery role where you’ll take ownership of electrical design, project management, and client engagement. You’ll lead the NZ electrical team, drive design excellence, and contribute to their growth across key sectors. You’ll be involved from early design through to taking ownership for the full delivery of projects, ensuring quality, coordination, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead electrical design and delivery across building services projects

  • Manage design coordination with other disciplines and consultants

  • Oversee QA, documentation standards, and technical excellence

  • Mentor and inspire junior engineers and contribute to team growth

  • Liaise with clients, manage relationships, and identify new opportunities

  • Support business development and contribute to their market presence

  • Ensure financial performance and resource efficiency across projects

  • Promote a culture of excellence and continuous improvement

What You’ll Bring

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Services or equivalent

  • Chartered Engineer status (or working towards)

  • 10+ years’ experience in building services electrical engineering

  • Strong technical knowledge across vertical and horizontal infrastructure

  • Experience with Green Star, Homestar, WELL, and sustainability frameworks (desirable)

  • Proven leadership, client management, and project delivery skills

  • Growth mindset, attention to detail, and excellent work ethic

Why Join?

  • Opportunity to lead and grow a national electrical team

  • Entrepreneurial environment with real influence on direction

  • High-profile projects across health, education, transport, and water

  • Collaborative, technically strong team culture

  • Career development and leadership pathways

    For a confidential discussion, contact Matt Shortt on 027 554 4064 or email your CV to matt.shortt@beyond.co.nz