3 Waters Project Manager

Fulton Hogan Ltd; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver contribution

Parental leave top-up

Training & development

Retail discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan Ltd in Hamilton is seeking a 3 Waters Project Manager to lead water, wastewater and stormwater projects from procurement through delivery and handover. You’ll oversee contractors, consultants and stakeholders to ensure programmes stay on track and contractual obligations are met.

With a relevant civil engineering degree and 4+ years’ NZ experience, you’ll apply NZS3910 and NZS3916 know-how to deliver sound, commercial project outcomes, build trusted teams, and help shape resilient

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 4+ years of NZ engineering experience.
• 3 waters experience across water, wastewater and stormwater.
• Knowledge of NZS3910 and NZS3916 to manage contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead 3 waters projects from procurement through to delivery, completion, and handover.
• Manage contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to achieve strong project outcomes.
• Ensure works are delivered in line with contractual obligations, programme requirements, and quality expectations.
• Apply NZS3910 and NZS3916 to support sound project delivery and commercial discipline.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Team collaboration

Detail orientation

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

Tools

NZS3910

NZS3916

Job description

Mō te tūranga

We’re looking for a 3 Waters Project Manager to join our Hamilton team in the Waikato. This is a role where you’ll lead meaningful infrastructure projects that make a real difference to the community, while helping shape water infrastructure for the future. You’ll work across a variety of 3 waters projects delivering water, wastewater and stormwater solutions from procurement through to delivery and handover. You’ll make sure every project is well run, contractually sound, and ready for ongoing operations. It’s a great fit for someone who likes variety, enjoys building strong partnerships, and takes pride in delivering Good Work that lasts.

Key role responsibilities

• Lead 3 waters infrastructure projects delivering water, wastewater and stormwater solutions from procurement through to delivery, completion, and handover.
• Manage contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to achieve strong project outcomes across a variety of projects.
• Ensure works are delivered in line with contractual obligations, programme requirements, and quality expectations.
• Apply knowledge of NZS3910 and NZS3916 to support sound project delivery and commercial discipline.
• Build trusted relationships across teams while keeping projects moving safely, efficiently, and with the future in mind.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification, likely a Bachelor of Civil Engineering or similar.
• 4+ years of relevant engineering experience in New Zealand.
• Proven 3 waters experience across water, wastewater, and stormwater solutions on a variety of infrastructure projects.
• Strong working knowledge of NZS3910 and NZS3916, with ability to manage contractual requirements confidently.
• Collaborative, team-focused approach and ability to build strong working relationships.
• Great communication skills, sound judgement, and ability to manage multiple priorities with a sharp eye for detail.

Benefits

• Medical insurance and Life insurance after the eligibility period.
• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones, up to 7%.
• Parental leave top‑up payment with additional return‑to‑work support.
• Ongoing training and development, with clear career growth and progression opportunities.
• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers.