ICT Project Lead – Fixed-Term, Wellington Lab Initiative

MPI; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 133,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

MPI in Wellington seeks an ICT Project Manager to lead the governance and delivery of complex ICT initiatives for a world-class laboratory project. You will coordinate delivery teams, manage risks and ensure alignment with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

The role involves working closely with the non-build technology stream and engaging with suppliers and stakeholders to secure outcomes. The position is fixed term until March 2029, with occasional travel to Auckland.

Qualifications

• Significant experience delivering large ICT projects.
• End-to-end project management from discovery and planning through to implementation and BAU.
• Experience applying Agile and/or Waterfall project management methodologies.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and working with vendors and service providers.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills.
• Experience delivering ICT infrastructure, business systems and/or systems integration.

Responsibilities

• Manage project governance, delivery teams and project plans, risks and issues.
• Coordinate with the ICT Project Manager for non-build technology solutions.
• Ensure delivery milestones align with provincial and national timelines.
• Liaise with vendors, service providers and internal stakeholders to drive outcomes.
• Support travel to Auckland as required for day trips and on-site activities.

Skills

Project governance

Agile & Waterfall

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Vendors & service providers

Delivery lifecycle

Job description

MPI in Wellington seeks an ICT Project Manager to lead the governance and delivery of complex ICT initiatives for a world-class laboratory project. You will coordinate delivery teams, manage risks and ensure alignment with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

The role involves working closely with the non-build technology stream and engaging with suppliers and stakeholders to secure outcomes. The position is fixed term until March 2029, with occasional travel to Auckland.