Deputy Director & Programme Manager - Bridge (0.7 - 0.8 Fte)

Shape the future of engineering in Aotearoa!

Join Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau as we launch BRiDGE—a new, high-impact programme strengthening resilience and design guidance in the construction sector.We're hiring for two pivotal roles : Programme Manager (0.7–0.8 FTE) : Be at the heart of programme coordination, stakeholder engagement, and operational delivery.Deputy Director (0.7–0.8 FTE) : Provide strategic leadership, drive technical assurance, and help shape the programme's direction.About us | Mo matouUnique chance to help establish a national initiative from the ground upValues-driven, flexible workplace in central WellingtonOpportunities for collaboration across government, industry, and researchWe're the membership organisation for the problem-solvers, innovators and creators of Aotearoa.

Our culture is supportive, flexible, and transformative.

We empower our kaimahi to bring their best—he tira kotahi tatou, he hoehoe tahi, he tu tahi.BRiDGE is a partnership between key government agencies, the engineering sector, and research organisations, hosted by Engineering New Zealand.

We deliver projects that improve design guidance and strengthen resilience, including supporting Building Code documents.About the role | Mo te turanga mahiProgramme Manager : Coordinate administration, meetings, budgets, contracts, and reporting.

Ensure smooth delivery and clear communication across teams.Deputy Director : Lead stakeholder engagement, oversee procurement and technical assurance, support governance, and help establish systems and culture.Who we're looking for | Ta matou e kimi neiProgramme Manager : Organised, collaborative, with experience in programme / project coordination and budgeting.

Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Business, Finance or related field.Deputy Director : Experienced leader (15+ years), strategic thinker, relationship builder, with a postgraduate qualification in Structural, Geotechnical or Civil Engineering (or related field).

Working here / what you can expect | Nga mahi kei mua i a koeCommitment to flexibility—whatever that looks like for youUnlimited wellbeing leave and 5 weeks annual leaveProfessional development budgetWellbeing initiatives : free flu shots, confidential counselling, subsidised massages, social clubInclusive, values-led culture with opportunities to get involved in internal initiatives (neurodiversity, waiata, rainbow community, te reo Maori learning)Bright, modern workspace close to the waterfront; accessible and gender-neutral wharepakuVisit our careers page for full Position Descriptions and to apply : engineeringnz.org / about / working-here / current-vacancies / Applications close at 5pm, on 16 October 2025.

All applications will be acknowledged electronically and may be reviewed prior to closing date.Only people with the right to work in Aotearoa may apply for these positions.

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