Project Manager

Potentia; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing Discovery Sessions

Welcome Packs

Hnry discount

Exclusive Invites

Optional Pay-As-You-Go PI/PL Insurance

Job summary

Jora New Zealand is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support IT project delivery within a fast-moving environment. This hands-on role collaborates with technical teams and stakeholders to keep milestones on track and ensure successful outcomes.

The position requires proven project management experience in IT/Transformation, strong stakeholder engagement, and a valid NZ work authorisation. The contract runs until mid December with onsite work in Christchurch (3 days per week).

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Project Manager in the IT/Transformation space.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to engage stakeholders.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Solid understanding of project lifecycles and IT environments.
• Excellent organisation, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, confident and able to maintain momentum across programmes.
• Must have valid NZ work authorisation.

Responsibilities

• Managing end-to-end project delivery against scope, timelines and milestones.
• Developing and maintaining project plans, schedules and delivery roadmaps.
• Managing risks, issues, dependencies and actions to keep projects on track.
• Prioritising competing activities, resources and deliverables to meet deadlines.
• Coordinating project teams, workstreams, stakeholders and third-party suppliers.
• Monitoring project progress and proactively addressing blockers or delivery risks.
• Providing clear project reporting, governance and visibility through to delivery.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Project management certification

IT project lifecycle

Organisational skills

Problem solving

NZ work authorisation

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Job Summary:

We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of IT projects within a fast-moving delivery environment. This is a hands‑on delivery role, working across technical teams and stakeholders to keep projects moving and ensure key milestones are achieved.

Contract Details:

• Length: Until Mid December
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: Onsite 3 days per week in Christchurch

What you’ll be doing:

• Managing end-to-end project delivery against agreed scope, timelines and milestones
• Developing and maintaining project plans, schedules and delivery roadmaps
• Managing risks, issues, dependencies and actions to keep projects on track
• Prioritising competing activities, resources and deliverables to meet key deadlines
• Coordinating project teams, workstreams, stakeholders and third-party suppliers
• Monitoring project progress and proactively addressing blockers or delivery risks
• Providing clear project reporting, governance and visibility through to successful delivery

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience as Project Manager in the Information Technology and Transformation space
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build trust and keep people engaged
• PMP, PRINCE2, or an equivalent project management certification preferred
• Solid understanding of project lifecycles, delivery frameworks, and general IT environments
• Excellent organisation, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Someone proactive, confident, and able to step in and keep momentum across a wider programme of work
• Must have valid NZ work authorisation

Contractor Benefits:

• Wellbeing Discovery Sessions
• Welcome Packs
• Hnry discount
• Exclusive Invites
• Optional Pay-As-You-Go PI/PL Insurance