Senior Project Manager

Auckland Council; Auckland; On-site; NZD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Tātaki Auckland Unlimited (TAU), Auckland's cultural, events and destination agency, is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager to lead planning, scoping and delivery of physical works across venues. You will ensure projects finish on time, within budget, and to high quality standards in a fast-paced live environment.

The role requires strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, fire, structural and water systems, plus exceptional stakeholder management and communication.

Qualifications

• Senior Project Manager with proven experience in complex civic or technical building projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, development, and execution of physical works across buildings and venues.
• Collaborate with internal teams, contractors, and consultants to align with organisational goals.
• Manage project communications, schedules and budgets, ensuring timelines and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Provide accurate and timely reporting to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Building systems knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Contract knowledge

Education

Engineering degree (or related)

Construction Management qualification

Tools

NZS3910 contracts

Job description

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• Work across some of New Zealand's most diverse and iconic arts, cultural, and sporting venues.
• Join a highly collaborative team that values creativity and innovation and work on unique and exciting projects
• Enjoy career growth, development opportunities, and great organisational benefits.

Tātaki Auckland Unlimited (TAU) is Auckland's cultural, events and destination agency. It enriches the cultural life and vibrancy of Auckland through events, experiences and taonga (treasures). Its work connects communities, celebrates identity and grows Auckland's reputation as a world-class place to live, visit and belong. TAU is a proud Auckland Council-controlled organisation.

We are looking for a seasoned Senior Project Manager preferably with proven experience delivering complex civic or technical building projects, along with strong knowledge of critical building systems including electrical, mechanical, fire, structural, and water.

In this role, you will act as the client-side Project Manager, planning, scoping and overseeing the delivery of physical works across our venues. You'll ensure every project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards - all within a fast-paced, live environment where the show must go on.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, development, and execution of physical works across our buildings and venues.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, contractors, and consultants to ensure smooth delivery and alignment with organisational goals.
• Manage project communications, schedules and budgets, maintaining clear oversight of timelines and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant standards and regulations.
• Provide accurate and timely reporting to senior leadership and key stakeholders.

You will likely have experience in similar roles from within large, complex building portfolios and potentially local government organisations. We will be looking for specific experience with the key role requirements provided below:

• Proven experience in managing venue or building construction or renewal projects
• High level of problem solving, technical proficiency or experience in managing building services, façade, weathertightness, fit-out or general building renewals projects
• Exceptional technical, project management and stakeholder communication skills
• Detailed knowledge of the inner workings of large, publicly accessible and/or events buildings and what it takes to keep them open, fully operational, safe and fit-for-purpose
• Thorough knowledge of the building code, consents and related regulatory requirements
• Good understanding of Conditions of Contract for Consultancy Services and NZS3910 contracts
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Likes to mentor and share knowledge
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools
• Suitable qualifications in project management, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is desirable but experience counts

At TAU, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

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Application close: Sunday 27 September 2026

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Tātaki Auckland Unlimited is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

Tātaki Auckland Unlimited is part of the Auckland Council whānau, responsible for Auckland Live, Auckland Zoo, Auckland Conventions, Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, New Zealand Maritime Museum, Auckland Stadiums, and many of the festivals and events that make Auckland a great place to live and visit.

Our people are driven by passion and a sense of service to Aucklanders. What we share is our love of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland and our passion about the work we each do to make it a dynamic and exciting place.

Each part of Tātaki is important, but when we come together, we bind into something more powerful than the sum of our parts. We all work in partnership with each other and our delivery partners, to make Tāmaki Makaurau a vibrant place where everyone can thrive.