Infrastructure Project Manager – Water, Civil & Utilities (NZ)

Octa Associates; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse projects

Competitive pay

Career progression

Team environment

Job summary

Octa Associates Ltd in Hamilton is seeking a motivated Project Manager to support delivery of infrastructure-focused projects across New Zealand.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years NZ experience in infrastructure or related sectors, strong stakeholder and communication skills, and a tertiary qualification in construction management or civil engineering. This role offers diverse projects, a clear career path, and a collaborative, professional team.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ NZ experience within infrastructure, civil construction, utilities, three waters, or wider construction sectors, with proven project management experience in a consultancy environment essential.
• Experience delivering infrastructure projects including water, wastewater, stormwater, public sector, or community projects would be highly regarded.
• Backgrounds in Project Management, Engineering Consultancy, Design Consultancy, Contracts Management, or multi-sector infrastructure delivery are advantageous.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in construction management, civil engineering, project management, or a related discipline.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, councils, and community stakeholders.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a commitment to delivering quality outcomes and exceeding client expectations.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a high-performing team while building strong and lasting client relationships.
• Competency with MS Office Suite, MS Project, and other project management systems and tools.
• Adaptability, initiative, and a willingness to take ownership of complex and varied project challenges.

Skills

NZ Experience

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in construction management, civil engineering, or project management

Tools

MS Project

MS Office Suite

Job description

Octa Associates Ltd in Hamilton is seeking a motivated Project Manager to support delivery of infrastructure-focused projects across New Zealand.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years NZ experience in infrastructure or related sectors, strong stakeholder and communication skills, and a tertiary qualification in construction management or civil engineering. This role offers diverse projects, a clear career path, and a collaborative, professional team.