Engineering Manager
What's it like to be an Engineering Manager?
Engineering Manager is a senior role with overall responsibility for the completion of engineering projects. Engineering Managers have a wide range of tasks that can include goal setting, creating or interpreting project plans, managing budgets, hiring and supervising staff, ensuring best practice, liaising with other departments and solving problems as they arise.
Tasks and duties
- Developing engineering strategies, policies and plans.
- Establishing project schedules and budgets, as well as quality and safety standards.
- Providing consultation and advice on engineering methods and procedures.
- Collaborating with other professionals and departments including architects, marketing and construction managers.
- Recruiting and managing engineering staff.
- Contributing to research and development projects.
How to become an Engineering Manager
To become an Engineering Manager you need an engineering qualification and extensive experience.
Complete a four-year Bachelor of Engineering (Honours).
Join Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau as an emerging professional.
Consider completing postgraduate study such as a Master of Engineering Management.
Gain five to eight years of practical experience to qualify as a professional before you can apply to become a Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng).
Continue to upskill in leadership and management skills to prepare for this senior role.
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