Procurement Project Controls professional

About Frequency:
Frequency is a New Zealand-owned specialist project advisory consultancy. We work alongside clients to plan and deliver major infrastructure across transport health education airports ports and waterbringing experienced people in early and leaving clients better equipped to navigate complex project pathways.

The opportunity:
Were looking for an action oriented and experienced Procurement / Project Controls professional (QS or commercial background welcome) to join our Project Controls team in Auckland. Youll support public sector infrastructure projects by shaping procurement strategies setting up fit-for-purpose contracts and guiding clients through commercial decisions as projects move from planning into delivery. Were open to full-time or part-time for the right person.

This role would suit someone with an interest in procurement and commercial decision-making within complex projects. That could include experienced procurement or commercial advisors quantity surveyors or project managers with experience in the procurement of construction design and other professional services contracts who enjoy working closely with clients on strategy risk and delivery outcomes.

What success looks like:
We asked Emma Sangster Frequencys procurement lead whatgreat looks like in this role. Success is when a client feels confident in their commercial decisionseven when the project is moving fast and the trade-offs are real. The best outcomes come from clear options clear risk conversations and contracts that support delivery rather than fight it. This role isnt just about running a process; its about understanding what the project is trying to achieve and shaping commercial arrangements that help teams deliver.

What youll focus on:
Working with clients and project teams to understand objectives constraints and delivery risks

Developing and implementing procurement strategies plans and processes aligned to governance and risk appetite

Recommending contract models and supporting contract establishment and negotiation

Advising on commercial risk change cost pressures and contract management through delivery

Monitoring spend against budgets and delegated financial authorities

Building trusted client relationships and identifying opportunities to add value

Supporting junior team members through coaching and practical guidance

What sets you up for success:
5 years experience in procurement commercial management project controls or QS within infrastructure/construction

Comfort working with public sector governance commercial models and contract forms

Strong communication skills and confidence advising clients

Takes initiative and delivers outcome with pace and purpose

Experience running or supporting tender processes and having developed contract documents.

Pragmatic proactive and able to translate objectives into workable plans

Collaborative style with the ability to work independently when needed

How we work:
Were office-first because in-person collaboration accelerates learning strengthens relationships and improves outcomes. We work between our office and client/project environments to stay close to decisions and delivery.

What youll get:
Five weeks annual leave 4.5% KiwiSaver enhanced parental leave wellbeing benefit EAP for you and your whānau daily office kai (snacks plus breakfast/lunch food) and strong learning and development support (training budgets professional memberships and internal forums). Youll also have clear development pathways with coaching from senior practitioners exposure to varied projects and opportunities to grow your consulting and leadership capability over time.

Eligibility
You must be a NZ citizen resident or hold a valid visa with the right to work in New Zealand. Any questions constact us at .

Required Experience:

Manager