Project Manager

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Overview

We have a great opportunity for a Project Manager to join the team.

The purpose of this role is to deliver transport infrastructure projects as well as supporting NZ Transport Agency's vision of efficiently delivering an integrated, safe, responsive and sustainable transport system, to create great journeys across the motu and to keep New Zealand moving.

Location

Permanent opportunity based in Tauranga or Hamilton.

Responsibilities

You'll establish and nurture close collaboration with all partners, including local iwi, contractors and consultants to deliver project leadership.

You will be ensuring that the outcomes delivered are best for the project, as well as aligning to NZTA desired outcomes.

This is a multi-faceted role, managing our suppliers' project teams.

Working in the Project Delivery team, you'll collaborate and engage with teams across NZTA, local authorities, and a variety of stakeholders and development partners.

This is where your strong relationship skills will come to the fore.

You will lead projects through various stages which could include scope development, planning, procurement, detailed design and physical works as required.

This will require working in a project team of internal and / or external professional people.

Qualifications

Experience in construction project management, including schedule, financial and risk management, preferably in the transport sector

The ability to develop projects by working with internal and external professionals to develop scopes, designs and delivery options

Experience in managing contracts within the civil engineering industry and a sound understanding of delivery models using NZS391X format contracts

A collaborative and team focussed approach to project development

Solid relationship management skills

The ability to work in project teams of professional people including those from external organisations

Influencing skills, with the ability to negotiate successfully with team members and leaders within the transport sector or similar

Salary

We are looking to appoint between $92,000 - $110,000 depending on skills and experience.

About Us

At NZTA, it all starts with our people.

The organisation's performance and success depend on the people who choose to make this a great place to work and make a difference for New Zealand.

The Transport Agency has a strong future focus, understanding that new technologies and changing customer expectations mean the transport system we know today will not be the one we deliver in the future.

What You Will Get

You will get the opportunity to deliver transport infrastructure projects in your community.

You will guide these projects from inception to when the physical works are completed, working across multiple disciplines to build infrastructure that directly benefits the people who travel on our road networks.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Family friendly working arrangements.

Along with our other benefits we also have 5 weeks annual leave and an Income Protection and Critical illness Insurance scheme available for all permanent employees.

How to Apply

Please click apply to upload your CV and cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.

Application Deadline

23 November

Contact

For further information, email :

Equal Opportunity Employer

Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values.

Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

Shortlisting and Application Notes

We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.

You must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Project Management and Information Technology

Industries

Government Administration

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