Principal Project Manager

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Overview

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

As the premier design, engineering and environmental consultancy in Aotearoa New Zealand, WSP exists to future-proof our cities and environment. We are proud to have the blueprint of Aotearoa New Zealand in our DNA and our more than 2,000 expert professionals in 35 offices are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve.

About the Role

Step into the role of Principal Project Manager in our Auckland-based Water team, where you’ll champion the delivery of high-impact projects from initial concept through to successful client handover. You’ll lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee every project phase, and help us deliver solutions that benefit communities across New Zealand.

As a key leader in our national team, you will :

• Build and nurture strong client relationships with major water utilities, contractors, and public sector partners
• Deliver tailored, high-value solutions that exceed expectations and drive repeat business
• Mentor, inspire, and upskill team members while encouraging innovation and efficiency
• Coordinate with professionals across disciplines and offices, contributing to WSP’s reputation for quality
• Manage budgets, proactively assess risks, and ensure all project deliverables meet WSP and client standards
• Prepare accurate scopes and cost estimates, supporting the financial success of our projects
• Lead business development efforts by preparing compelling proposals and tenders, and expanding our service offerings in the water sector

Become part of WSP’s global network of project management professionals including sharing knowledge, global work opportunities and further develop your Project Management qualifications and career development through our WSP’s Project Management training programme.

About You

Don’t meet every requirement? At WSP, we recognise great project managers come from all backgrounds—you may still be the perfect fit!

About WSP

WSP NZ has proudly earned its place among the top five employers to work for in Aotearoa New Zealand, as recognised in Randstad's latest employer survey. In addition, WSP has been listed as one of TIME’s 2023 top 100 companies globally for employees. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

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