Assistant Project Manager | Auckland

TSA Riley; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Great Place To Work

Learning & development

DEI program

Benefits package

Job summary

TSA Riley is seeking a dynamic Assistant Project Manager to support a diverse Auckland portfolio. You will work with Project Managers, Senior Project Managers and Project Directors across vertical and horizontal infrastructure projects, helping deliver outcomes on time and within budget.

The role suits a motivated professional with 1–4 years in construction project management, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of experience in construction project management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A team player that demonstrates a collaborative approach to project delivery in a shared team culture.
• Desire to grow and nurture a project team in line with the values and culture of our organisation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivering projects across vertical and horizontal infrastructure sectors.
• Support Project Managers, Senior Project Managers and Project Directors in Auckland.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Team player

Growth mindset

Proactive attitude

Education

Tertiary qualification in construction or engineering

Job description

We're seeking people who bring together a unique blend of personal strengths, technical know-how, and a genuine passion for the built environment and construction industry.

TSA Riley is a global organisation, 1,000 people strong. We provide expert project consultancy across project management, cost management, advisory, ESG, and asset management, and our people are at the centre of everything we do.

We help clients create great places to work, live, shop, play, and produce.

Visit our work and grow with us page for information about our graduate, apprenticeship, and professional development programmes, and we’d love to hear from you.

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Cultivate positive and trusting relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.

Effectively communicate ideas and actions that resonate with diverse audiences.

Exhibit drive, flexibility, passion, and a proactive attitude towards tasks.

Take ownership of responsibilities and ensure timely delivery on commitments.

Approach challenges with a solutions-oriented mindset.

Analyse and synthesise detailed information to identify opportunities for improvement.

Possess a degree qualification, underpinning knowledge and skills.

Assistant Project Manager | Auckland

20/10/2026

We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic, and motivated Assistant Project Manager to assist with our large and diverse portfolio of work in Auckland.

Hello.

TSA Riley is a global project consultancy of 1,000 experts with experience across all stages of the project lifecycle. Our mission is to help our clients and communities realise the transformative power of their built assets – at TSA Riley, a road is more than asphalt, it’s how we get home to our families. A school provides more than an education, it’s where we set the direction of our future.

We help our clients enhance public and private property, buildings, and infrastructure for our collective future. Our commitment to creating positive impact drives our mission to create spaces and places where people connect, learn, live, heal, protect, shop, work, and travel.

TSA Riley has offices in New Zealand, Australia, South-east Asia, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. Across our locations we aim to inspire, support, and empower our people to grow at a pace that surprises them.

Our industry-leading benefits, diverse growth opportunities, engaging social activities, award-winning learning and development programs and comprehensive Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives are designed to support you at every stage of your career journey.

Please visit us at tsariley.com to learn more about our story.

About the role

We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic, and motivated Assistant Project Manager to assist with our large and diverse portfolio of work in Auckland. You’ll support Project Managers, Senior Project Managers, and Project Directors in delivering exciting projects across both vertical and horizontal infrastructure sectors.

About you

• A tertiary qualification in construction or engineering is preferred.
• 1-4 years of experience in construction project management. Experience gained through client-side consultancy roles is highly desirable.
• A team player that demonstrates a collaborative approach to project delivery in a shared team culture.
• Desire to grow and nurture a project team in line with the values and culture of our organisation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Why choose TSA Riley?

• Certified ‘Great Place To Work’: This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to fostering a positive and supportive workplace culture.
• Award-winning learning and development: We’re proud to set the standard for excellence and innovation in professional development. In 2023, we were awarded the ‘Best Learning and Development Program’ award at the HR Awards, Australia.
• Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI): We lead the industry with our comprehensive DEI program, and were finalists in the ‘Best Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program’ HR Awards category in 2023.
• Hybrid working: Work-life balance is vital, and we understand that life happens. We offer hybrid working arrangements and create opportunities for in‑office collaboration whenever possible.
• Comprehensive benefits, rewards and recognition: Our benefits program goes beyond the ordinary. We provide exceptional support, growth opportunities, recognition, and rewards, including additional leave, discounts, and perks.
• Career growth and opportunity: Joining us means opening the door to incredible career opportunities. We operate in a diverse range of sectors and service lines, including Project Management, Advisory, ESG, Cost Management and Asset Management, all over the world. We encourage your engagement with thought leadership, industry events, and internal opportunities including DEI, Reconciliation and cultural awareness and more.
• Digital excellence: We prioritise productivity, connectivity and cyber security across our systems and technology to stay at the forefront of our industry. This commitment ensures that our people have the technological tools and resources necessary to excel and focus on what you do best.

At TSA Riley we celebrate diversity and welcome individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace. If you require any accommodations or assistance during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People and Culture team at [e-mail].