Senior Project Manager

Auckland Transport; Bay of Islands-Whangaroa Community, Auckland, South Head, Albert-Eden; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport organization is seeking a Senior Project Manager to manage complex projects in Auckland. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience, relevant qualifications in project management, and strong skills in stakeholder and contract management. This role offers opportunities for professional development and a variety of perks, including a discount on public transport.

Benefits

Investment in professional development

25% discount on public transport

Paid parental and partner leave

Study assistance and wellbeing benefits

Professional memberships

Qualifications

• 5+ years' post graduate experience in engineering or project management.
• Working towards Chartership in Engineering New Zealand is preferred.
• PMP or PRINCE2 qualification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead project teams to achieve AT business objectives.
• Oversee compliance with the AT Enterprise Project Management Framework.
• Lead complex tender processes and implement procurement strategies.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Contract management

Construction management

MS Project

Education

Relevant industry-recognized tertiary qualification

Postgraduate or Project Management qualifications

Job description

Te Whiwhinga mahi- The Opportunity - Senior Project Manager

We're looking for a Senior Project Manager for our Construction Delivery Team. This role will manage projects with attributes assessed to be of typical complexity and to manage project teams to deliver Auckland Transport (AT) projects which are safe, customer centric and value for money. The role includes design management, stakeholder management, procurement, contract management, construction management, and overall project management. The role will work as part of a project or programme team, with limited supervision, for more complex projects. Multiple smaller or less complex projects may be managed by this role.

Key Tasks will include:

• Establishing and leading transport assets project teams comprising both internal AT staff and external partners to enable the successful delivery of AT business objectives and optimise project performance in terms of time, cost and quality
• Overseeing project teams to ensure compliance to the AT Enterprise Project Management Framework and providing expert advice on legislation, regulations, guidelines and standards.
• Ensuring project strategies, plans and activities incorporate the safety philosophy of 'Vision Zero" and overall organisational and workplace safety.
• Leading internal and external reporting inputs and foster a culture of continuous improvement in all reporting requirements.
• Leading complex tender processes, implementing procurement strategies, and establishing governance arrangements to monitor provider, supplier, and contractor performance.
• Relevant industry-recognised tertiary qualification in engineering, construction or project management - bachelor, diploma or certificate.
• Relevant postgraduate or professional qualification (PMP or PRINCE2 or equivalent)
• 5 plus years' post graduate experience in engineering or project management
• Familiarity with MS Project or similar application would be beneficial
• Preferably working towards Chartership in Engineering New Zealand
• Relevant postgraduate or Project Management qualifications - PRINCE2 Practitioner or PMP certified by PMI

At Auckland Transport, people are at the heart of everything we do. We're proud to foster a workplace where inclusion isn't just encouraged—it's embedded in our culture. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels safe, respected, valued, and supported. Our values guide how we work and connect: Manaakitanga - we care deeply for our communities; Tiakitanga - we prioritise safety in every journey; Whanaungatanga - we build strong relationships; and Auahatanga - we strive to be better, bolder, together.

In addition, we also offer:

• Investment in your professional development
• 25% discount on public transport across Auckland
• Paid parental and partner leave
• Study assistance and wellbeing benefits
• Professional memberships
• Access to AT Connect groups like Mana ka Māori, Women@AT, and more

Come help shape the future of transport in Auckland. Apply today with your CV and cover letter.Ka tiaki mātou i te hunga katoa ka eke waka i Tāmaki Makaurau.

We tiaki all those who use transport in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Location(s) Western Auckland, Central Auckland, South Auckland, North Auckland, East Auckland

Expertise Engineering Asset Management, Engineering Design, Engineering Infrastructure development, Engineering Investigation and design, Engineering Rail, Engineering Roading, Engineering Traffic