Roads Construction Practice Lead — Standardize & Innovate

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi; Wellington; On-site; NZD 148,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

5 weeks annual leave

Life insurance

Income protection and critical illness

Job summary

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is seeking a roading Construction Practice Lead to be the go-to expert for construction standards and practices. You’ll provide technical advice, align standards across teams, and lead initiatives to improve quality and efficiency.

This strategic role requires broad collaboration, influencing decisions, and helping shape the future of roading infrastructure delivery in New Zealand.

Qualifications

• Expertise in construction practices and quality assurance within infrastructure or transport.
• Ability to translate technical standards into practical applications.
• Experience leading Communities of Practice and influencing stakeholders.
• Professional membership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on roading construction standards to ensure compliance and consistency.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to align standards with maintenance requirements and improve efficiency.
• Develop and maintain knowledge resources for best practice construction methods.
• Establish and lead a Community of Practice to share knowledge and drive improvement.
• Partner with suppliers and contract managers to implement innovative techniques.
• Research emerging technologies and recommend improvements for roading infrastructure outcomes.

Skills

Construction standards knowledge

Quality assurance

Collaboration

Influencing

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is seeking a roading Construction Practice Lead to be the go-to expert for construction standards and practices. You’ll provide technical advice, align standards across teams, and lead initiatives to improve quality and efficiency.

This strategic role requires broad collaboration, influencing decisions, and helping shape the future of roading infrastructure delivery in New Zealand.