Roads Construction Practice Lead: Standards & Innovation

Marketplace; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 148,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

5 weeks annual leave

Life insurance

Income protection

Critical illness insurance

Job summary

NZ Transport Agency seeks a Construction Practice Lead to champion roading construction standards, provide expert technical advice, and align practices across teams for consistent, high-quality infrastructure.

You will lead communities of practice, collaborate with suppliers, and drive innovative techniques to improve outcomes across New Zealand With a degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, you’ll influence nationwide delivery, supported by a robust commercial framework and

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 cross-team collaboration.

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 practices

Quality assurance

Translate standards into practice

Collaboration and influencing

Communities of Practice leadership

Education

Civil Engineering / Construction Management degree

Job description

NZ Transport Agency seeks a Construction Practice Lead to champion roading construction standards, provide expert technical advice, and align practices across teams for consistent, high-quality infrastructure.

You will lead communities of practice, collaborate with suppliers, and drive innovative techniques to improve outcomes across New Zealand With a degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, you’ll influence nationwide delivery, supported by a robust commercial framework and