Project Manager

This is an opportunity to take the lead on complex, high-value wastewater infrastructure projects that will help shape the future of Tāmaki Makaurau. Reporting to the Team Lead – Wastewater Planning Delivery, you'll manage projects from business need through feasibility and concept design, ensuring they are well defined, technically robust and ready to transition into detailed design. You'll bring together technical specialists, consultants and key stakeholders while managing scope, programme, budget, risk and quality.

Responsibilities

Leading wastewater projects through feasibility and early design; Managing scope, programme, budgets, forecasts, risks and project change; Coordinating multidisciplinary consultants, contractors and technical specialists; Developing robust business cases and driving quality project outcomes; Building strong relationships with stakeholders, mana whenua, communities and delivery partners; Ensuring health, safety, sustainability and operational requirements are considered from the outset; Delivering a smooth handover into detailed design and delivery

Requirements

A relevant tertiary qualification in engineering, construction, science, planning, environmental management or a related discipline; 5+ years' engineering and/or project management experience; Experience managing multidisciplinary consultants and contractors; Strong project, financial, programme, risk and contract management capability; Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills; A proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach; Confident communicator with strong commercial awareness; Ability to navigate competing priorities and stakeholder needs

Nice to have

Wastewater or wider water infrastructure experience; Formal project management qualifications such as PRINCE2 or PMP

Benefits

Competitive salary and staff benefits package; Training and development opportunities; Life and income protection insurance plans; Generous parental leave; Employee discounts at a range of large retailers