Risk And Schedule Specialist

OverviewRisk and Schedule Specialist at NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi.The role supports Transport Services projects, providing programme-level strategies, planning, scheduling and reporting, with a focus on risk management, financial control and improvement.

It aligns with Roads of National Significance (RoNS) and Roads of Regional Significance (RoRS) projects.ResponsibilitiesProvide programme-level strategies, planning, scheduling and reporting, financial controlWork on Roads of National Significance (RoNS) and Roads of Regional Significance (RoRS) projectsLead and oversee key programme scheduling and risk workstreams through systems design and infrastructure deliveryInterface with NZTA teams to ensure delivery is integrated with the organisation's strategies, plans and processesPosition DetailsPermanent - Based in Wellington, Christchurch or AucklandAppointment base salary from $109,408 to $121,564, depending on relevant knowledge and experienceFive weeks annual leave; Life, Income Protection and Critical-illness Insurance for permanent employeesAbout you / QualificationsDemonstrated practical knowledge of effective risk and scheduling strategies for large-scale projectsExperience in infrastructure (transport preferred) with strong business acumenExperience using risk and scheduling tools (e.g., ARM, P6 / MS Project, Power BI)Knowledge of risk-adjusted schedulingExperience working with Cost Estimators and Designers through design development phasesAbility to build and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholdersInfluencing skills and ability to manage external consultants in delivering robust risk management and schedulingExcellent written and verbal communicationStrong planning and organisational skillsAbout usThe NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is the largest infrastructure delivery agent in New Zealand, delivering an integrated transport system with partners to enable New Zealanders to live, travel, work and connect.Applications closeRa Katinga | Applications close : 23 September 2025For further information, email :

• be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

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