Senior Project Manager - Complex
Senior Project Manager - Complex
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$ 131000 - 175000
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Job Description
Work across significant projects that will deliver tangible benefits for the wider community.
Project management experience with solid exposure within complex construction or infrastructural environments
Permanent position based in Hamilton or Tauranga
Opportunities to create positive benefits for your community and across the motu dont come along every day!
Te Whiwhinga mahi The opportunity
We have a great opportunity for a Senior Project Manager Complex to join the team.
The purpose of this role is lead and deliver transport infrastructure projects as well as supporting Waka Kotahis 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.
Youll establish and nurture close collaboration with all partners including local iwi contractors and consultants to deliver project leadership as part of the Owner Interface team. You will be ensuring that the outcomes delivered are best for project as well as aligning to Waka Kotahi desired outcomes.
This is a multi-faceted role requiring strong leadership qualities to manage our suppliers project teams. Working in the Project Services team youll collaborate and engage with teams across Waka Kotahi local authorities and a variety of stakeholders and development partners. This is where your strong relationship skills will come to the fore.
You will work lead projects through various stages which could include business case development planning procurement detailed design and implementation as . This will require leading a project team of internal and/ or external professional people.
You will find out more about the role here
We are seeking to appoint at a salary between $131000 - $175000 commensurate to skills and experience.
Ko koe tnei About you
Our successful Senior Project Manager Complex will bring:
Substantial experience in project management including programme financial and risk management preferably in the transport sector
The ability to develop projects by applying a strong understanding of legislation and the business case approach
Experience in managing contracts within the civil engineering industry and a sound understanding of delivery models (Alliancing Traditional NZS3910)
A collaborative and team focussed approach to project development
Exceptional relationship management skills
Experience in leading project teams of professional people including those from external organisations
Strong influencing skills with the proven ability to negotiate successfully with senior leaders within the transport sector or similar
You will demonstrate knowledge of or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Mori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Mori. You will also have knowledge of or a willingness to gain an appreciation of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public service.
M mtou About Us
At NZTA it all starts with our people. The organisations 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.
Ka whiwhi koe i te aha What you will get in return
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Flexible working arrangements including remote/hybrid options - role dependant.
Ready to take the next step in your career Wed love to hear from you.
Me phea te tuku tono How to apply:
Please click apply to upload your CV and cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.
R Katinga Applications close:
1 September 2025For further information email:
To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
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.
Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
