Central Otago - Project Manager, Project Engineer, Site Manager

Apex Water Ltd; Central Otago; Presencial; NZD 90.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Dynamic team environment

Career development and growth

Learning and development opportunities

Work-life balance initiatives

Descripción de la vacante

Apex Water Ltd is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead water and wastewater treatment plant projects from concept to completion across NZ sites. You will manage budgets, schedules and ensure quality, safety and client satisfaction, working with civil, mechanical, M&E and automation disciplines as part of a collaborative, close-knit team.

You will travel to client sites and coordinate with sub-contractors, suppliers and internal design teams to deliver projects on time and within

Formación

• Degree in engineering or related field or 5+ years' experience in horizontal infrastructure construction site management.
• 5+ years' experience in water and wastewater process/design engineering.
• Well-versed in civil and mechanical construction; familiar with site activities.
• Understanding of project delivery from A to Z.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; analytical and problem-solving abilities; able to work independently or in a team.
• Willingness to travel and work on sites away from the office.

Responsabilidades

• Manage project budgets and costs to achieve estimated margins.
• Prepare and maintain an accurate forecast/cost to completion.
• Understand and apply contract forms (FIDIC, 3910, 3916).
• Ensure all communications and variations with clients are documented.
• Review project designs to ensure robustness across civils, process, M&E and automation.
• Collaborate with design team to convert PIDs into site drawings.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Travel ability

Site experience

Educación

Engineering degree

Descripción del empleo

Apex Water are leaders in design and construct water and wastewater treatment plants. Through our specialised design, build, installation and commissioning processes we are committed to helping New Zealand grow sustainably, thereby preserving our environment for future generations. Apex employs a unique approach to projects through one point of accountability. We work with some of NZ’s most well‑known companies in the municipal, dairy and food and beverage sectors.

The success of Apex Water is its people! Loyalty, trustworthiness, motivation and a “can do” attitude is at the top of our list. We look for staff with the right personality to fit into our close‑knit team, as well the right skills and experience to do the job. Valuing our company culture, we not only work together but we have fun together.

You won’t be pigeon holed in this role and you won’t be stuck behind a desk. You will take ownership of projects from concept to completion, ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. You will work alongside a highly qualified, talented, dynamic and passionate team, ensuring all project objectives are met.

Please note, these roles are full‑time, permanent and requires frequent travel to sites.

The successful applicant will:

• Manage project budgets and costs to achieve estimated margins
• Prepare and maintain an accurate project forecast/cost to completion throughout the duration of the project
• Understand the various forms of contract, FIDIC, 3910, 3916 etc
• Ensure all project communications and variations are captured and communicated effectively with clients
• Review and understand the design for each project and ensure that it is robust and fit for purpose, including civils, process, M&E and automation
• Work with the design team to convert PIDs into site layout drawings
• Build strong and open relationships internally and with clients, sub contractors & suppliers, ensuring future relationships.
• Monitor project progress and make adjustments as nec
• Identify and manage project risks and issues.
• Ensure that all project deliverables meet the required quality standards.
• Communicate project status to stakeholders, including senior management, clients and project team members.
• Provide technical guidance and support to project team members.
• Ensure that all project documentation is complete and up‑to‑date.
• Participate in project reviews and lessons learned sessions to identify areas for improvement.

About you:

• Holds a degree in either engineering or a related field or a minimum of 5 years' experience in horizontal infrastructure construction site management
• Has 5+ years' experience in water and wastewater process/design engineering.
• Be well versed in civil and mechanical construction and familiar with all site activities.
• Understand the A-Z of project delivery.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, along with experience with project management software and tools.
• The ability to travel and work effectively on sites away from the office.
• Passionate about delivering top notch service to clients while having fun along the way!

What we offer:

• A dynamic and inclusive work environment that values innovation and teamwork
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• A commitment to ongoing learning and development
• A range of employee benefits to assist in a good work/life balance and wellbeing.

Note: Successful candidates must have the right to live and work in New Zealand.