Project Manager

Overview

Join Auckland Transport as a Project Manager - AI, Analytics & Data!

Auckland Transport is searching for a Project Manager with proven Data Analytics experience to drive the delivery of innovative AI, analytics, and data initiatives that shape the future of our city. This role is a 12-month maternity leave cover. Location : Viaduct, Auckland.

Responsibilities

• Lead and Inspire : Manage and motivate talented project teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.
• Drive Innovation : Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables. Champion best practices and continuous improvement across systems and processes.
• Own the Outcome : Oversee every stage of the project lifecycle, from planning and execution to handover and operational support.
• Build Relationships : Forge strong partnerships with internal teams, vendors, consultants, and key stakeholders. Communicate clearly and proactively to keep everyone informed and engaged.
• Grow and Develop : Mentor team members, encourage professional growth, and foster a culture of collaboration and cross-skilling.
• At least 6 years' experience managing complex projects, ideally in a political or highly complex organisation.
• Experience in delivery of innovative AI, analytics, and data initiatives / projects.
• Proven ability to lead medium-large teams and deliver results in fast-paced environments.
• Strong analytical skills, business acumen, and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
• Expertise in project management software and Microsoft Office suite.
• Outstanding communication and relationship management skills.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Project Management, IT, or equivalent experience.
• Certification in PMP, Prince2, or similar (or 6+ years documented project management experience).

About AT

At AT, we embrace inclusion and fully support building a diverse workplace where people come first and we feel safe, respected, valued and supported, inclusive of our differences. Our values are more than just words - they are integral to everything we do. Manaakitanga - We care, Tiakitanga - Safe with us, Whanaungatanga - We connect, Auahatanga - Better, bolder, together.

Our flexible working initiative empowers our people to work flexibly whilst meeting the needs of our customers, the organisation, and the individual.

Benefits

How to apply

Come join us in shaping the future of transport in Auckland - apply today! If this sounds like your ideal role, then we'd love to hear from you.

For further information or a confidential chat, please contact . Applications close 5 Oct 2025.

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Reference # 73177

Posted : 26 Sep 2025

Closes : 05 Oct : 55

Location(s) Central Auckland

Expertise Information Technology, Project Management IT, Project Management Support

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