Infrastructure Project Leader — Public Works

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Public service excellence

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Project Manager to lead essential Queenstown infrastructure initiatives, guiding planning, execution and delivery of roads, water systems and public facilities. You will coordinate with government agencies, contractors and community representatives to ensure high quality, safety and environmental standards are met.

The role emphasizes strong budgeting and scheduling, leadership, and stakeholder management across large-scale public works, with a focus on delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience managing infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles and construction best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and timelines for large-scale projects.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience working with government or municipal projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, design, and implementation of infrastructure projects (roads, water systems, public facilities).
• Develop detailed project scopes, budgets, schedules, and resource management plans.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, permits, and environmental standards.
• Manage contracts with external vendors and contractors, overseeing performance.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among all stakeholders.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement timely solutions.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Leadership

Negotiation

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Project Manager to lead essential Queenstown infrastructure initiatives, guiding planning, execution and delivery of roads, water systems and public facilities. You will coordinate with government agencies, contractors and community representatives to ensure high quality, safety and environmental standards are met.

The role emphasizes strong budgeting and scheduling, leadership, and stakeholder management across large-scale public works, with a focus on delivering