Programme Manager

Fulton Hogan Ltd; Nelson; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions up to

Parental leave top-up

Training and development

Retail discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan Ltd in Nelson is seeking a Programme Manager for road maintenance under the IDC. You will oversee the 3–12 month rolling programme, coordinate budgets, and ensure timely submission of reports and claims to the client.

Reporting to the IDC Operations Manager, you will drive planning, execution, and governance for the contract while coordinating with multiple teams to optimise performance and outcomes for the state highway network in this dynamic role.

Qualifications

• NZCE or QS or Diploma in engineering or relevant industry.
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience.
• Experience with financial and analytical reporting, processing and claiming.
• Planning and executing effective road maintenance programs.
• Current class 1 driver’s licence.
• Can do attitude and willingness to take on challenges.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and present the maintenance program to the client, maintaining a 3–12 month rolling programme.
• Forecast contract budgets to provide anticipated expenditure.
• Collaborate with Operations and Renewal Managers to ensure reports, claims and programmes are prepared accurately and on time.
• Ensure staff have the information and guidance to maximise performance and efficiency.
• Ensure delivery of all work meets programme KPIs and QA requirements.

Skills

Project management

Financial reporting

Road maintenance planning

Stakeholder communication

NZ driver’s license

Education

NZCE / QS / Diploma in engineering

Tools

MS Excel

Contract management software

Job description

Role Title: Programme Manager, Road Maintenance, IDC Location: Nelson Contract Type: Full Time

Nau mai, haere mai ki a Fulton Hogan | Join us at Fulton Hogan Life at Fulton Hogan is about making the most of the opportunities, taking responsibility, having a crack, being accountable and making it happen. We live by our REAL values – Respect, Energy & Effort, Attitude, Leadership – and we demonstrate these through the good work we do, every day, as one team.

The Opportunity

A rare opportunity has arisen for a Programme Manager to join us at Fulton Hogan Nelson, in our road maintenance team managing the state highway network as a part of our integrated Delivery Contract (IDC). This is an exciting opportunity reporting to the Operations Manager, IDC. As the Programme Manager, your core role will be to ensure our programme is agreed with the client and delivered in the required contract timeframes, whilst also collating, processing and presenting claim information. We are offering a highly competitive remuneration package for the right person.

Role Accountabilities

• Ensuring the maintenance program is coordinated and presented to the client, including maintaining our 3-12 month rolling programme
• Budget forecasting for the contract to provide the client expected expenditure
• Work with Operations and Renewal Managers to;
• Ensure reports, claims and programmes are prepared and submitted correctly and in a timely manner
• Ensure staff are provided with the correct information and guidance to maximise performance and efficiency
• Ensure the delivery of all work meets the programme KPI’s and QA requirements

What you’ll bring to the table

• NZCE or QS or significant industry experience (Diploma in engineering or relevant industry)
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience
• Relevant experience with financial and analytical reporting, processing and claiming
• Planning and executing effective road maintenance programs
• Current class 1 drivers’ licence
• Can do attitude and willing to give it a go

He pai te mahi, he pai ngā painga | Good work, good benefits

• Medical insurance after the eligibility period
• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones, up to 7%
• Parental leave top‑up payment with additional return‑to‑work support
• Ongoing training and development, with clear career growth and progression opportunities
• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers

Ko wai mātou | About us

Fulton Hogan is an integrated infrastructure, construction and services business working across New Zealand and Australia. We partner with clients and communities to design, build, operate and maintain critical assets – from bitumen and quarries to roads, water and energy. Our people are united by a simple purpose: to create, connect and care for communities, while reducing environmental impact and supporting more sustainable futures.

All successful candidates must undergo and pass a pre‑employment medical and drug screen prior to employment.