Property Advisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Long-term infrastructure focus

Meaningful community impact

Job summary

Archway Recruitment is assisting a large New Zealand public sector organisation to appoint a Property Advisor. You will own a portfolio of properties, advising on asset management planning, maintenance programmes, and contract management.

In this role you will work with consultants, project managers, and internal teams to deliver effective property solutions. Regular site visits and risk oversight are key in this dynamic, high-visibility environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in property management, asset management, infrastructure planning, construction, or project management.
• Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Knowledge of property legislation, compliance requirements, and risk management principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to balance competing priorities and deliver practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a portfolio of properties within a complex public sector environment.
• Provide expert advice on asset management planning, maintenance programmes, and contract management.
• Collaborate with consultants, project managers, contractors and internal teams to deliver property solutions.
• Conduct regular site visits, manage risks, and oversee property-related projects and funding.

Skills

Relationship management

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Contract management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Prioritisation

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications in Property/Asset Management/Infrastructure Planning/Project Management

Job description

About The Organisation

Our client is a large public sector organisation responsible for supporting and enhancing critical community infrastructure across New Zealand. With a strong focus on long-term asset performance and service delivery, they work closely with stakeholders to ensure facilities remain safe, sustainable, and fit for purpose for future generations.

About The Organisation

Our client is a large public sector organisation responsible for supporting and enhancing critical community infrastructure across New Zealand. With a strong focus on long-term asset performance and service delivery, they work closely with stakeholders to ensure facilities remain safe, sustainable, and fit for purpose for future generations.

The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced property, asset management, or infrastructure professional to take ownership of a portfolio of properties within a complex and highly visible environment.

As Property Advisor, you will act as the key relationship manager for a portfolio of stakeholders, providing expert advice on asset management planning, maintenance programmes, infrastructure projects, and contract management. You will work collaboratively with consultants, project managers, contractors and internal teams to deliver effective property solutions that support operational outcomes.

The role combines strategic planning with practical delivery, requiring regular site visits, stakeholder engagement, risk management, and oversight of property-related projects and funding.

Role Requirements

• Experience within property management, asset management, infrastructure planning, construction, or project management
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Property, Asset Management, Infrastructure Planning, Project Management, or a related discipline
• Strong relationship management skills with the ability to build trust and influence a wide range of stakeholders
• Experience managing contracts and service providers
• Knowledge of property legislation, compliance requirements, and risk management principles
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed recommendations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working within a complex organisation, with exposure to government or public sector environments viewed favourably
• The ability to balance competing priorities and deliver practical solutions

What's in it for You?

• Opportunity to work on a significant and varied property portfolio
• Meaningful work that contributes to community outcomes
• A diverse role combining stakeholder management, asset planning, and project delivery
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Stable organisation with a long-term infrastructure focus
• Nelson-based position offering an excellent lifestyle location