Project Manager - Water Infrastructure

About the role

Brian Perry Civil, a specialist in ground engineering and civil construction and part of VINCI Construction, has created a new Project Manager role in Wellington. You will lead the delivery of water infrastructure projects, including work connected with Tiaki Wai and the Greater Wellington stormwater programmes, taking ownership from planning through to close-out.

Key responsibilities

• Lead water infrastructure projects from planning and mobilisation through delivery, handover and close-out.
• Own programme, budget, forecasting, risk and contract performance, using clear reporting to keep delivery on track.
• Build and develop a project team of three to four direct reports, setting priorities and supporting them to perform well.
• Champion health, safety, environmental and quality outcomes through visible leadership, practical controls and consistent follow-through.
• Manage consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and resources to meet agreed milestones, quality standards and contractual requirements.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, councils and project partners, resolving issues early and communicating progress clearly.

Required profile

• Adaptable construction leader with strong project management fundamentals and proven water-sector experience.
• At least seven years of civil construction experience at Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer level, with demonstrated project leadership.
• Water infrastructure experience is essential, ideally across stormwater, wastewater, potable water or industrial water projects.
• An academic or professional qualification in engineering or another relevant field; CPEng is advantageous.
• Experience leading people and building relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, councils and internal teams.

Required skills

• Contract administration, cost control, forecasting, risk and formal reporting.
• Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office.
• Practical understanding of New Zealand health and safety requirements, construction methods and quality delivery.

What we offer

• A newly created leadership role delivering varied water infrastructure work across Wellington.
• Ongoing learning, development and career progression opportunities.
• Employer KiwiSaver contributions matched up to 4%.
• Retail discounts and benefits for you and your family.
• The backing of VINCI Construction's global network.