Project Manager

Overview

The Opportunity

Veolia is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our team in Wellington.

Within this role you will be responsible for coordinating multiple water infrastructure projects, managing stakeholder relationships, and ensuring seamless integration between project teams and operations.

The key focus lies in managing project dependencies, operational handoffs, and commissioning activities across water treatment facilities.

What you'll be responsible for

Develop and maintain coordination plans that connect multiple water treatment projects

Lead regular meetings between project teams and plant operations staff to ensure smooth collaboration

Facilitate stakeholder engagement and assess how projects will impact daily operations

Review contractor plans to ensure they work seamlessly with existing plant operations

Oversee site induction processes and ensure all teams understand operational requirements

Integrate safety requirements across all projects during transition periods

Develop strategies for bringing new systems online and ensuring operational teams are ready

Coordinate smooth handovers from construction completion to daily plant operations

Monitor connection points between projects and create systems for managing information requests

Ensure compliance with safety standards throughout commissioning and handover processes

What you'll need to be successful

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Significant experience in large scale infrastructure / utility projects

Strong background in water / wastewater industry preferred

Advanced project management and coordination abilities

A Veolia Career

Veolia is on a mission to build a more sustainable future through ecological transformation.

Join over 6000 passionate innovators across Australia and New Zealand who are helping preserve and renew natural resources while creating a better future for our planet.

Our Commitment To You

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits

Professional development and growth opportunities

Inclusive culture that values diversity, equality, and respect for all

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage people from diverse communities to apply.

Apply now to join our team and contribute to environmental sustainability

Important : You must be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or hold a valid work visa to apply for this position.

Veolia is committed to conducting recruitment in a fair, ethical and transparent manner based solely on merit.

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