Project Manager

An established, nationwide project management consultancy is seeking a Project Manager to join its Waikato team and support the delivery of a diverse portfolio of infrastructure-focused projects.

This is an opportunity to work across a broad range of projects while developing your career within a highly respected consultancy environment known for its collaborative culture and long-term approach to people development.

The Opportunity:
 
Working alongside experienced project leaders, you'll take ownership of projects from planning and procurement through to delivery and completion.
Projects include:

• Three waters infrastructure
• Water, wastewater and stormwater projects
• Civil and transport infrastructure
• Public sector and local government programmes
• Education and community facilities
• Utilities and wider infrastructure developments

You'll be given genuine responsibility, client exposure, and the opportunity to work across multiple sectors rather than being confined to a single project type.

To be successful you'll have:

• At least 3 years' New Zealand experience within infrastructure, civil construction, utilities, three waters, education, or the wider construction sector
• Proven project management experience within a consultancy environment
• Experience delivering infrastructure projects involving water, wastewater, stormwater, transport, education, public sector, or community assets
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• The ability to build trusted relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, councils, and community stakeholders
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach to project delivery
• Competency with MS Office Suite, MS Project, and project management systems
• The confidence to take ownership while contributing to a high-performing team environment

Candidates from project management consultancies, engineering consultancies, design consultancies, contractor-side project management, or broader infrastructure delivery environments are encouraged to apply.

What's on Offer:

• Exposure to diverse and meaningful infrastructure projects
• A competitive remuneration package
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring
• Clear career progression opportunities
• A supportive and experienced team environment
• The opportunity to work alongside respected industry professionals
• A culture built on collaboration, integrity, and delivering quality outcomes

If you're looking for a role that offers challenge, variety, and long-term career growth within a well-established consultancy, we'd welcome a confidential discussion.