Senior Project Manager - Infrastructure and Civil Constructionat Kāinga Ora – Homes and Communities -

apartmentKāinga Ora – Homes and Communities placeAuckland calendar_month 
Utilise your project management experience in civil engineering/construction Permanent, fulltime opportunity based in Auckland Salary $190,537 + 5 weeks' annual leave and a suite of benefits Ko tā mātou mahi
  • Our RoleThe Senior Project Manager
  • Infrastructure and Civil Construction will lead the project management of development projects to ensure the timely delivery of infrastructure, civil and land development projects by ensuring that the scope and direction of each project meets project obligations and key milestones, oversee and advise on the project scope, deliverables, activities and resources to undertake the work programme and assigned projects.They will provide key inputs and direction through the development of feasibilities and business cases and ensure that decisions are made on an informed basis.
Together with the development manager, work with the developer partner in ensuring timely delivery of the residential development in accordance with the Precinct Master Plan and the Project Management Plan (PMP).Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu
  • What you will bring Tertiary qualification in Project Management / Civil Engineering or similar and/or proven project management and minimum experience Proven project management experience preferably within civil, infrastructure and / or land development industries Proven experience (or ability to) managing $100 Million plus projects or programmes of work.
Experience, or ability to understand multiple forms of contract including the NZS 3910 suite, Alliances, and be able to provide guidance and recommendations on the form of contract to use and how to effectively procure for successful outcomes Minimum of 10
  • 15 years successful and relevant experience, and experience in leading a small team or proven ability to lead, coach and mentor others Experience with Programming software, (e.g.
Primavera) and risk management Up to date recognised Project Management certification would be looked on favourably e.g.
Prince2 Experience in managing, reviewing and coordinating the performance and outputs of project consultants, contractors and professionals through all phases of civil construction projects Experience in undertaking site visits, provide technical advice and land development construction Hands on understanding of consenting process and the Land Transfer Office titling process Interest in public sector structure, governance, processes and systems Experience navigating and operating in a regulated environment, experience working constructively across functions and track record of building and maintaining the trust of all stakeholders Understanding of partnership obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and experience in working with Iwi and Māori organisations Tūhono mai
  • Join usTo view the position description and apply for this role, please follow the online process via http://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz.

If you have any questions, please contact aash.karnawat@kaingaora.govt.nz Please note Kāinga Ora is going through change and preference will be given to the internal employees' applications whose substantive role has been confirmed disestablished.Applications close on Thursday 31st July 2025 at 11.55pmWe value diversity and are committed to working with each other and our customers in an inclusive and respectful way.

We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference brings to the organisation.

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