Senior Project Manager

Hutt City CouncilLower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand

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Lead delivery of the City Link Bridge – a critical project shaping our city’s future
Drive major design and delivery work within a high performing Capital Delivery team
Shape urban infrastructure and mentor the next generation of project professionals

About The Role

Our Capital Delivery team is responsible for delivering major city‑shaping projects that make a real difference for the people of Te Awa Kairangi ki Tai – Lower Hutt.

We’re seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of the City Link Bridge – a once‑in‑a‑generation project that forms part of the wider Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi (RiverLink) programme. This bridge will enhance connectivity, resilience, and accessibility across the city.

This role is about more than just delivery – it’s about leadership, integration, and collaboration.

You’ll provide direction across design and construction, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and mentor others to lift project delivery capability across Council. In this role, you will :

Lead and deliver high‑value, strategically significant infrastructure projects from design to completion.

Manage all aspects of project delivery including scope, budget, procurement, and risk.

Coordinate and integrate multi‑disciplinary teams across Council, consultants, and contractors.

Build strong, collaborative relationships with internal leaders, external partners, iwi, and government agencies.

Provide visible leadership in governance and community engagement forums.

Mentor and develop other Project Managers to build project delivery capability.

Champion continuous improvement and innovation in project management practice.

About You

You’re an accomplished Project Manager with deep experience in design, engineering, and infrastructure delivery. You’re confident operating at a strategic level while remaining hands‑on in managing the detail of complex, high-value projects.

You Will Have

A bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.

8–10 years’ experience leading complex, multi‑million‑dollar projects, ideally in infrastructure or construction.

Strong financial and risk management skills, with experience in large capital programmes.

Proven ability to lead and influence across technical, governance, and stakeholder groups.

Excellent communication and relationship management skills, including experience presenting to senior leaders and elected members.

Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera.

About Us

At Hutt City Council our vision is to build a connected, resilient and inclusive city where all our people thrive. Kia noho mai tēnei tāone hei pou herenga waka, hei pou herenga kaupapa, hei wāhi whai hua ki hōna iwi.

Our people are ‘proud to be part of it’ – working here is truly rewarding knowing together we're making a genuine difference to Te Awa Kairangi ki Tai Lower Hutt and its people, both now and into the future. Tūhono mai. Come join us!

Some Of Our Great Benefits Include

Paid birthday leave

Wellbeing leave, plus additional wellbeing perks

Flexible working options

Discounted health insurance

Applications close at 11.55pm on 20 November 2025. Please note that we may review applications before the closing date and encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to withdraw the job advertisement at any time.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Project Management, Management, and Engineering

Industries

Construction, Civil Engineering, and Government Administration

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Senior Project Manager • Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand