Senior Project Manager

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of Three Waters and infrastructure resilience projects in Christchurch, New Zealand. The role covers the full project lifecycle, from feasibility studies to handover, and offers the chance to shape sustainable water infrastructure for the Canterbury region.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design and construction of treatment plants, pumping stations, reservoirs and associated networks.
• Manage the entire project lifecycle, including feasibility, budgeting, scheduling, risk management and handover.
• Produce and issue change instructions, run project meetings and provide clear, regular reporting to clients and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, consultants and client‑side representatives to ensure alignment with project objectives.

Required profile

• 8 + years post‑graduate experience in civil engineering, project delivery or construction management.
• Proven experience as a consultant or client‑side Project Manager on large‑scale infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated ability to work in complex stakeholder environments and deliver high‑impact outcomes.
• Willingness to relocate to Christchurch or work onsite.

Required skills

• Civil Engineering
• Project Management
• Construction Management
• Infrastructure Resilience
• Water Treatment Plant Design
• Pumping Station Design
• Reservoir Design

What we offer

• Competitive salary package with potential employee‑shareholder participation.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work‑life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, industry memberships and networking.
• Regular social events, wellbeing initiatives and a supportive team culture.