Senior Project Manager

About the role

Join our high‑performing team in Dunedin to lead the delivery of sustainable Three Waters infrastructure across the Otago region. You will oversee projects from early feasibility through to handover, ensuring they meet community and environmental standards.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of treatment plants, pumping stations, reservoirs and associated networks.
• Manage the full project lifecycle, including planning, budgeting, scheduling and risk management.
• Issue change instructions, chair project meetings and maintain clear client reporting.
• Coordinate with local stakeholders, regulators and internal teams to keep projects on track.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and environmental requirements.

Required profile

• 8+ years post‑graduate experience in civil engineering, project delivery or construction management.
• Experience as a consultant or client‑side Project Manager on large‑scale infrastructure projects.
• Proven ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and deliver high‑impact outcomes.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a focus on community impact.

Required skills

• Civil engineering
• Project management
• Construction management
• Budgeting
• Scheduling

What we offer

• Competitive salary package with potential employee share ownership.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work‑life balance.
• Ongoing professional development, industry memberships and networking opportunities.
• Regular social events, wellbeing initiatives and a supportive company culture.