Network Operations Manager - Team Lead

WSP in New Zealand; Paeroa; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Paeroa is seeking a Network Operations Manager to oversee a key road network operations contract. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in contract management and project management, with the ability to lead and mentor teams. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact while working in a supportive environment that values innovation and development.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in contract management and road network operations.
• Proven ability to manage large, key projects.
• Ability to lead, develop and mentor high performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage the road network operations professional services contract.
• Provide strategic overview of tender evaluation and contract management.
• Lead and support the Network Operations team.

Skills

Contract management

Project management

Team leadership

Technical knowledge in road networks

Education

Relevant Tertiary Qualification

Job description

Overview

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

As the premier design, engineering and environmental consultancy in Aotearoa New Zealand, WSP exists to future-proof our cities and environment. We are proud to have the blueprint of Aotearoa New Zealand in our DNA and our 2,500 expert professionals in 35 offices are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve.

Network Operations Manager | Team Lead | Paeroa

A fantastic opportunity exists in our Paeroa office for a highly capable Network Operations Manager who will manage a key road network operations professional services contract whilst providing technical leadership and direction to a high performing Network Operations team.

As a senior member of the Bay of Plenty business, you’ll take ownership and provide strategic overview of tender evaluation and physical works contract management, providing technical leadership in road network operations projects and tasks from procurement through to implementation.

Your effective leadership and engineering support will contribute to the growth of the sub-sector as well as the technical development of individual team members.

About you

• Relevant Tertiary Qualification
• Preferably minimum 10+ years’ professional experience, with specific exposure to contract management and road network operations.
• Proven ability to manage large, key projects
• Ability to lead, develop and mentor high performing teams
• Current clean drivers licence

Additional information

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. WSP NZ has proudly earned its place among the top five employers to work for in Aotearoa New Zealand, as recognised in Randstad's latest employer survey. In addition, WSP has been listed as one of TIME’s 2023 top 100 companies globally for employees.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today. We will review applications as they come in, so if this opportunity sounds like you, don’t wait to apply!