careers

We’re always looking for passionate and talented people who want to make a difference. We have strength in our interpersonal skills – we choose people who want to work collaboratively to make great projects happen.

Our current opportunities are listed below - however we welcome expressions of interest at any time from talented individuals who have the skills to deliver from the range of services we provide. If you think you’d be a great fit for our team, please send your resume along with a covering letter to careers@inovo.nz.

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What does working at Inovo look like

Project Manager - Christchurch
Christchurch
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the planning, procurement, and delivery of projects across a range of sectors in New Zealand.
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About you:

- Solid experience (5+ years) in the commercial construction industry, with proven success delivering medium-to-large scale projects. At least 2 years’ experience working in New Zealand is preferred.

- Broad project management and/or design management experience across multiple sectors including civil and infrastructure projects is advantageous.

- Good knowledge of construction methodology and building materials.

- Demonstrated ability to coordinate project teams, manage programmes, and make sound decisions under pressure.

- Experience of report writing risk management and procurement within the project space.

- Strong communication and relationship management skills, with confidence in working across multiple stakeholders and contributing effective facilitation of project meetings.

- Skilled at collaborating with diverse teams to solve problems, provide constructive input, and support the resolution of project issues.

- PMP (Desired), contract knowledge with experience with engineers' rep or contract administration NZS 3910 (2013/2025)

- NZ permanent residency or citizenship is essential.

Find out more on Seek, or get in touch by email careers@inovo.nz

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Assistant Project Manager
Christchurch
Are you ready to take the next step in your project management career?
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We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our Christchurch team. This role is the perfect platform for someone with 1–2 years’ experience who wants to grow their skills, take on responsibility, and learn directly from industry experts. You’ll gain exposure across the full project lifecycle from planning and procurement to delivery, while contributing to real outcomes that shape communities.

Find out more on Seek - or get in touch careers@inovo.nz

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Senior Project Manager
Auckland
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the planning, procurement and delivery of complex, large-scale projects within New Zealand’s vibrant healthcare sector. The role will be based in Auckland.
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We need someone with 10+ years in the commercial construction industry, with proven delivery of large-scale projects across diverse portfolios. You will need to have an minimum of 3 recent years' experience working in New Zealand.

Ideally, you will have specialist healthcare expertise of at least 3+ years leading project and design management for large healthcare projects.

For more details and how to apply, visit Seek or email careers@inovo.nz

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Senior Three Waters Engineer
Christchurch
If you are an experienced and competent Senior Engineer, with an innovate and solutions focused mindset - this role focused on a large variety of significant three waters infrastructure could be right for you.
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Key responsibilities include:

- Infrastructure master planning for future and existing neighbourhood

- Lead design, modelling and reporting for wastewater, stormwater and water infrastructure projects.

- Prepare capacity assessments and provide infrastructure upgrade recommendations

- Peer review of infrastructure design solutions and reporting for consent applications and construction.

- Projects include piped networks, pump stations, water quality treatment devices, attenuation and flood modelling.

Find more details on Seek or get in touch careers@inovo.nz

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Graduate Civil Engineer
Christchurch
With great mentoring, approachable team members and career development opportunities - this graduate civil engineer role could be the right job for you.
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- Join and learn from our talented team of surveyors, civil engineers, planners and project managers in our modern office in central Christchurch

- Work on exciting landmark projects

- Get exposure to project stages from Concept to Detailed Design and construction

- Unlimited potential for career development

Learn more about this Christchurch-based role through Seek, or get in touch with us direct careers@inovo.nz

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Surveyor Intern
Christchurch
Ready to turn your surveying studies into real world experience? Join Inovo, a leading land development consultancy, for a summer internship that offers hands on training with licensed surveyors, exposure to diverse projects, and the chance to contribute to shaping our communities.
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Our Surveying Intern will support our survey team with field and office tasks, including setting up and operating total stations, GNSS/GPS units, drones and scanners; collecting boundary and topographic data; processing field observations; and assisting in drafting survey plans. You’ll gain insight into cadastral and construction set‑outs, resource consent processes and how survey information feeds into engineering and planning decisions.

We’re looking for someone who

• Is currently studying towards the Bachelor of Surveying (BSurv) at the University of Otago or another accredited surveying qualification (2nd or final year of study).

• Has a genuine interest in land development, enjoys working outdoors and is comfortable using technology and software.

• Demonstrates attention to detail, good communication skills and a proactive, can do attitude.

• Values teamwork, health and safety and continuous learning.

What’s on offer

• A paid internship, where you enjoy the rights and protections of an employee

• Real projects and mentoring from experienced surveyors who will help you develop your skills.

• Exposure to modern surveying equipment and software, plus insight into project management and land development processes.

• A friendly, inclusive culture where your contributions matter and your development is supported.

Please send your CV, cover letter and academic transcript to careers@inovo.nz. Tell us why you’re excited about surveying and land development and what you hope to learn from this internship.

We welcome applications from students of all backgrounds and will accommodate any adjustments you need for the recruitment process.

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Senior Surveyor - Christchurch
Christchurch
We’re seeking a Senior Surveyor to join our talented team and contribute to some of New Zealand’s most exciting development projects.
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The Opportunity:

  • You will have the opportunity to lead and work together with the team to deliver subdivisions, multi-unit and comprehensive developments ranging from two to 500 lots
  • Utilise the latest surveying technology and computer software
  • Curate subdivision design and civil engineering design
  • Ensure accurate Cadastral Survey Datasets and other survey deliverables are completed on time
  • Supervise and mentor the next generation of surveying professionals
  • Join a team of around 50 surveyors, civil engineers, planners and project managers in our modern office in central Christchurch

About you:

  • An experienced Licensed Cadastral Surveyor or Senior Surveyor
  • Competent with Landonline and 12D software
  • An excellent written and oral communicator
  • Able to work independently and organise work programmes
  • Proficient with field work techniques and quality assurance processes for GPS and Total Station
  • Have an understanding of the RMA, planning processes and other relevant legislation
  • You will hold a NZ Citizen or Permanent resident status

Check out the job listing on Seek. For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Rob Taylor, Survey Team Manager on 022 305 0716.

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