Roads Renewals Program Lead

Fletcher Building Limited; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver

In-house training

Career opportunities

Retail discounts

Fuel discounts

Team culture

Job summary

Higgins is seeking a Renewals Manager to lead the renewals programme for our Wellington maintenance team. You will drive planning and delivery across a live transport network, balancing strategic planning with on‑the‑ground delivery, and collaborating with contract leadership and clients.

You will own asset-driven decisions, lead teams and oversee safety and quality while targeting excellent community outcomes and contract success.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Experience delivering renewals programmes and road projects.
• Strong understanding of asset lifecycle, planning, cost control, and risk.
• Knowledge of NZTA specifications and roading methodologies.
• Experience with forward works scheduling and programme optimisation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of annual renewals programmes across the live transport network.
• Use asset data and management systems to validate treatments and optimise delivery.
• Oversee pavement rehabilitation, resurfacing and wider asset renewals activities.
• Manage internal crews, subcontractors and suppliers to deliver safely and efficiently.
• Monitor progress, budgets, risks and performance against contract objectives.
• Manage variations, claims and programme changes.
• Ensure quality assurance and quality control across projects.
• Provide reporting and escalate risks as required.
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders.

Skills

Renewals management

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Programme planning

Risk management

Education

Civil Engineering / Construction Management

Tools

Asset management systems

Job description

Higgins is seeking a Renewals Manager to lead the renewals programme for our Wellington maintenance team. You will drive planning and delivery across a live transport network, balancing strategic planning with on‑the‑ground delivery, and collaborating with contract leadership and clients.

You will own asset-driven decisions, lead teams and oversee safety and quality while targeting excellent community outcomes and contract success.