Project Director - Stormwater

Atlasphere Search; Auckland; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlasphere Search in Auckland is seeking an experienced Project Director – Stormwater to lead major infrastructure projects from feasibility through construction. You will nurture client relationships and drive commercial outcomes while guiding a high-performing engineering team.

You will oversee budgets, programmes, risk and quality, and you will develop proposals, tenders and contracts. This leadership role offers autonomy and opportunities to mentor engineers and shape growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• 15+ years of stormwater or water infrastructure experience.
• Registration: CPEng/CMEngNZ or progress towards it.
• Proven leadership of stormwater projects from concept to construction.
• Strong knowledge of stormwater infrastructure and standards.
• Experience managing budgets, programmes, contracts and outcomes.
• Familiarity with NZS 3910 and contract administration.
• Established relationships in NZ's infrastructure or water sector.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder skills.
• Interest in developing teams and contributing to growth.
• Experience with design/modelling tools like 12d, Civil 3D, InfoWorks ICM advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex stormwater projects from concept to construction.
• Oversee stormwater networks, culverts, outfalls and hydraulic structures.
• Own budgets, programmes, risk, quality and commercial performance.
• Develop proposals, fee estimates, tenders and contracts.
• Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams to delivery goals.
• Oversee contract documentation and construction monitoring.
• Build strong relationships with councils, authorities, developers and contractors.
• Identify new business opportunities and grow the portfolio.
• Provide leadership, guidance and mentoring to engineers.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Stakeholder management

Mentoring

Budget management

Contract administration

Commercial management

Team leadership

Education

Civil or Environmental Engineering degree

Tools

12d

Civil 3D

InfoWorks ICM

Job description

Auckland | Senior Leadership | Major Infrastructure Projects

Lead major stormwater projects.

Build lasting client relationships. Help shape the future of infrastructure delivery.

Are you an experienced stormwater professional ready to take greater ownership of major projects, influence business growth and lead high-performing engineering teams?

An exciting opportunity has emerged for an established Project Director – Stormwater to join a respected engineering consultancy in Auckland.

This is a genuine leadership position for someone who combines strong technical knowledge with proven project delivery, commercial management and client relationship skills.

You will have the autonomy to drive projects, influence key decisions and play an important role in developing a growing portfolio of stormwater infrastructure work.

The Opportunity

Working with an experienced team of engineering professionals, you will take overall responsibility for delivering complex stormwater projects from initial feasibility and concept design through to construction and completion.

Beyond technical delivery, you will be a key point of contact for clients, managing commercial outcomes, identifying new opportunities and helping strengthen the organisation's position within the infrastructure sector.

This is an opportunity to make a real impact, both on the projects you deliver and the people you lead.

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead complex stormwater infrastructure projects from concept through to construction.
• Oversee the delivery of stormwater networks, culverts, outfalls, hydraulic structures and treatment systems.
• Take ownership of project budgets, programmes, risk, quality and commercial performance.
• Develop project proposals, fee estimates, tenders and commercial agreements.
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Oversee contract documentation, construction monitoring and administration, including NZS 3910.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with councils, water authorities, developers and contractors.
• Identify new business opportunities and contribute to the growth of the stormwater portfolio.
• Provide leadership, guidance and mentoring to engineers and emerging project leaders.
• Work closely with senior technical specialists to ensure quality engineering solutions and successful delivery.

What You Will Bring

We are looking for an established engineering professional who understands what it takes to successfully lead complex infrastructure projects while maintaining strong client relationships and commercial performance.

Ideally, you will offer:

• A degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in stormwater or water infrastructure engineering.
• CPEng/CMEngNZ registration, or significant progress towards achieving it.
• Demonstrated experience leading stormwater projects from concept through to construction.
• Strong knowledge of stormwater infrastructure, hydraulic systems and associated engineering standards.
• Proven experience managing project budgets, programmes, contracts and commercial outcomes.
• Familiarity with NZS 3910 and engineering contract administration.
• Established relationships within the New Zealand infrastructure or water sector.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• A genuine interest in developing engineering teams and contributing to business growth.
• Experience with engineering design and modelling platforms such as 12d, Civil 3D or InfoWorks ICM would be advantageous.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position offers considerably more than simply managing projects.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Lead and influence – Take responsibility for significant infrastructure projects and their successful delivery.
• Make your mark – Contribute directly to business development, client relationships and future project opportunities.
• Enjoy genuine autonomy – Have a meaningful say in project strategy, delivery and commercial decisions.
• Work with experienced professionals – Collaborate with capable engineers and technical specialists across a variety of infrastructure disciplines.
• Develop future leaders – Mentor engineers and help build a strong, successful project delivery team.
• Progress your career – Take on a senior position offering professional challenge, responsibility and long-term career opportunities.