Property And Contracts Manager

Discover a career with purpose at MBIE

Permanent role, based in Wellington

Drive long-term value through smart planning and strong relationships in a complex, strategic environment

Salary : $118,390 – $143,639 + Kiwisaver

Tenei turanga - About the Role

As our Property and Contracts Manager, you'll lead the development of MBIE's strategic property and procurement plans across a diverse, multi-site portfolio.

This high-impact role is responsible for property and procurement strategy, contract management, investment planning, and operational relationships with suppliers and landlords—ensuring alignment with government frameworks and MBIE's long-term goals.

You'll work closely with the Government Property Office, Facilities and Workplace teams, Partnerships and Engagement and other internal stakeholders to shape the future of MBIE's property portfolio.

From condition assessments and asset lifecycle planning to data-driven decision-making and supplier performance, this role offers variety, challenge, and the opportunity to make a real difference.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end management of property-related contracts across all MBIE sites.

Develop and execute strategic property and procurement plans and investment cases.

Manage operational landlord relationships and support leasing activities with the Government Property Office.

Oversee condition assessments and asset lifecycle planning.

Use data analytics to drive performance, reporting, and continuous improvement.

Nga pukenga me nga wheako e hiahiatia ana - Skills and Experience Required

5–10 years' experience in property and contract management in a complex, multi-site environment.

Proven expertise in strategic procurement, contract negotiation, and vendor management.

Strong technical understanding of building systems and maintenance planning.

Advanced analytical skills and experience with tools like Power BI and Excel.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels.

Legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Etahi korero mo MBIE - About MBIE

MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.

We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.

People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.

Mahi Tahi – Better Together

Maia – Bold and brave

Pae Kahurangi – Build our Future

Pono Me Te Tika – Own It

Our aspirations are echoed in our Maori identity – Hikina Whakatutuki – which broadly means 'lifting to make successful'.

MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Maori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Maori, other Maori groups / organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Maori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand.

We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Maori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.

E mohio ana a Hikina Whakatutuki i puea ake te kotuinga I waenganui i a ngai Maori me te Karauna i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, a, kei te whai ia ki te whakau ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Ma te whai kiko o nga kotuinga ahungaroa o ngai wi, o ngai Maori, me etahi atu ropu Maori ki te Karauna, katutuki tenei.

He ahuatanga nui tenei e ahei ai nga mahi whanaketanga a-ohanga, a-papori hoki ki a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui.

E whai tonu ana matou ki te kotui atu ki nga iwi mo te rapu huarahi hou ki te whakaara i nga kaupapakua roa nei e tami ana i a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui, a, e whai ana hoki ki te tautohu i nga aheinga kokiritanga ma nga iwi, me te tautoko i nga iwi kia whai mana ake ai enei aheinga.

Me pehea te tono - How to Apply

Click here to view a position description.

All applications must be submitted via our online process and include a Cover Letter and CV outlining your interest and suitability for the role.

Email Jess Dalbeth at

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Applications close on 3rd November

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