Project Manager

Assemble; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established consultancy in Hamilton is seeking an Intermediate Project Manager to manage projects across education, healthcare, and aviation. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of project management experience and a relevant qualification, along with strong stakeholder management skills. This role offers a supportive culture, career development opportunities, and a chance to make a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Supportive consultancy environment

Focus on career development

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ proven project management experience.
• Experience in consultancy or client-side environments.
• Ability to manage projects from inception to delivery.

Responsibilities

• Work across a range of projects in education, healthcare, and aviation.
• Support larger-scale programmes with Senior Project Managers.
• Take responsibility for your own portfolio and deliver projects.

Skills

Project management experience

Stakeholder management

Client-facing skills

Teamwork and collaboration

Education

Relevant qualification in construction, engineering, or building science

Job description

The Company

This well-established project management consultancy has a strong track record of delivering high-quality outcomes across New Zealand. With a diverse portfolio spanning education, healthcare, aviation, commercial and more, they are known for their ability to lead complex projects while fostering long-term client relationships.

Culture is at the heart of the business, they take pride in creating a collaborative, supportive and engaging workplace where people genuinely enjoy working together. Joining their Hamilton team means being part of a high-performing group that values both professional growth and strong team culture.

The Role

An opportunity has arisen for an Intermediate Project Manager to join their Waikato team. This position will see you working across a range of projects in the region, with a focus on education, healthcare and aviation.

You’ll be supported by Senior Project Managers and Project Directors on larger-scale programmes while also taking responsibility for your own portfolio, delivering projects from concept to completion. This is an excellent role for someone with solid consultancy experience who is ready to step into a fast-paced environment and hit the ground running, while still benefiting from ongoing development and learning opportunities.

About You

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• 3–5 years’ proven project management experience in New Zealand, ideally within consultancy or client-side environments
• A relevant qualification in construction, engineering, building science, or similar
• Demonstrated experience managing projects through all phases, from inception to delivery
• Strong stakeholder management and confident client-facing skills
• The ability to balance independence with teamwork – proactive, professional, and collaborative
• A positive and personable approach, with a genuine appreciation for strong workplace culture

What’s on Offer

You’ll join a supportive consultancy that places real importance on culture, career development and work-life balance. With a strong pipeline of projects across the Waikato, this is a chance to deliver meaningful work in your community while growing your career in a team that values your contribution.

How to Apply

Apply online, or for a confidential conversation about this opportunity and the broader market, contact Olivia Langford-Lee on 027 256 0620 or email [e-mail]