Senior Project Manager - Civil Infrastructure

Role Overview

Seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager to join a dynamic team expanding in Canterbury. This role involves overseeing a varied portfolio of civil infrastructure projects, ensuring excellence in delivery, stakeholder collaboration, and team leadership across drainage, utilities, earthworks, roading, and related civil works.

Key Duties

• Steer the execution of civil infrastructure initiatives including drainage, utilities, earthworks, and roadworks.
• Oversee project scheduling, allocation of resources, budgeting, and subcontractor coordination.
• Guarantee projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with contract terms.
• Enhance commercial outcomes via precise forecasting, adhering to cost controls, and managing risks.
• Forge and sustain robust partnerships with clients, consultants, local councils, and other stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor Project Engineers, Site Managers, and delivery teams to foster success.
• Promote superior standards in quality, safety, and environmental care within all operations.
• Detect and implement opportunities for ongoing improvement and operational effectiveness.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in civil construction environments.
• Demonstrable success managing medium to large-scale civil infrastructure projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of drainage, water, wastewater, utilities, earthworks, or road construction sectors.
• Proficient commercial management and project control skills.
• Strong leadership aptitude with experience in team motivation and development.
• Solid grasp of construction contracts and risk management principles.
• Proven record of delivering projects on schedule, within financial plans, and safety standards.
• Excellent skills in communication and stakeholder engagement.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary between NZD 150,000 to 170,000, supplemented by a vehicle, performance-based bonus, and additional benefits.
• Key leadership role offering substantial influence and autonomy within the company.
• Exposure to a robust pipeline of active and forthcoming projects.
• Engagement with a supportive management team and positive organizational culture.