Principal - Stormwater

We are seeking an exceptional Principal - Stormwater to join our Auckland office to:

• Influence, shape and build a business centred on great stormwater outcomes.
• Join a talented collaborative team in the heart of Ponsonby.
• Enjoy great benefits including flexible working arrangements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Build and maintain positive, long-term relationships with existing and new clients across Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Northland and Waikato
• Pursue and secure significant projects– either directly or with partners - which are aligned with Awa’s strategy, capabilities and purpose.
• As Project Director and / or Technical Reviewer, help ensure are projects are to scope, budget and schedule
• Lead and grow a diverse team of high-calibre engineering design professionals in our Auckland office.
• Collaborate with other services – in particular modelling and urban planning - to leverage capabilities and provide innovative solutions.
• Actively represent Awa at forums and industry events.
• Contribute to our five-year strategy including our priority initiatives.

Are you passionate about our urban streams, waterways, blue green networks, flooding, infrastructure and water quality? Are you the kind of person who can listen to clients and translate their needs into projects that provide great outcomes? Do you have a heart for people and the environment? If this sounds like you, we’d love to talk.

We welcome candidates with track record in most or all the following:

• A recognised stormwater leader with 15+ years of experience and strong connections across the sector.
• A robust engineering background.
• An adaptive and nimble mindset, able to work fluidly across offices and people.
• Pragmatic and hands-on, focused on great outcomes and company growth.
• Strong commercial acumen.
• A genuine interest in Te Ao Māori.

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Full listing on SEEK here.

Please apply for this role via SEEK (preferred) or the form below before the closing date of Friday 17 October 2025.

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