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Engineering - Architecture
Project Manager Infrastructure
Engineering - Architecture
#749256
Remote / WFH
New Zealand Government
Job Description
Rewarding career in conservation delivering challenging infrastructure projects, help build a lasting legacy for future generations
$93,656.00 - $126,500.00
Permanent full time, Nelson location
Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Turoa
Mo te turanga | About the role
Are you an experienced Project Manager keen to lead infrastructure project delivery for conservation? At DOC, you'll have the chance to make a real impact and shape the future of our assets for future generations.
As a Project Manager in Infrastructure, you will oversee a variety of projects including property assets (such as offices, residential properties, and visitor centres), 3-waters assets, visitor assets (including tracks, huts, and bridges), biodiversity assets, and roading as needed. You will take the lead in planning, executing, and delivering projects while ensuring alignment with our broader objectives. You will manage the full project lifecycle while managing risks and identifying opportunities for strategic partnerships. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality, all while fostering effective communication and working collaboratively to ensure changes are effective.
This role is not tied to a specific region, so flexibility will be necessary to manage projects in different locations close to your home base, when possible.
The position will:
Be responsible for delivering on projects that support strategy, but at the delivery level.
Scope, define, and manage project parameters, ensuring clear phases and milestones are established for successful delivery.
Lead the development of project plans and schedules, working closely with workstream leads to ensure timely and quality outcomes.
Identify and manage project risks, dependencies, and issues, proactively addressing challenges to keep the project on track.
Lead effective communication across all project stakeholders, ensuring alignment and transparency at all stages of the project.
Identify opportunities to create sustainable mechanisms for delivery of small scale changes than align with wider programme objectives.
Manage and motivate the project team, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and supporting professional development within a diverse and inclusive team culture.
Click here for the Role Description
Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience
We seek an individual with a growth mindset who can effectively navigate the ambiguity and risks associated with infrastructure projects. You should be adaptable, focused, and credible, able to instil confidence in stakeholders while leading projects. We're interested in candidates with strong project management experience. You will be a good listener and a problem solver, possessing excellent communication and negotiation skills with a commitment to achieving the best outcomes.
Below are some of the skills and experience that will set you up for success;
3+ years' proven experience leading end-to-end capital works projects (from scoping to delivery). Experience may include property projects (i.e. new builds, refurbishments, fit outs, etc), 3-waters projects, visitor/bio projects and/or roading projects
5+ years' experience and a thorough knowledge of project management practices and principles
Experience with delivery of projects that require Regulatory Approval including e.g. Building Consent, Engineering Plan Approval, and Resource Consent, Heritage/Archaeological permits and conservation authorisations
Skilled in project management in a complex and changing environment, translating analysis into practical implementation, skilled in using a range of project management methodologies
Competent at undertaking business analysis, prioritising work, financial planning, budgetary management and using resources efficiently and effectively to deliver desired project outputs
Experience in project controls, including quality, schedule, and budget
Able to take evidence and data around complex issues and turn it into and present insightful advice
Experience in procurement and contract management including different contracting delivery models and New Zealand forms of contract
Ability to review and prepare written reports, and to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Current full NZ driving licence
He aha nga painga mou? | What's in it for you?
DOC is committed to a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're driven by our values and behaviours, and are working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive by default.
We also support flexible working arrangements for our kaimahi across Aotearoa, with options considered based on the role and in discussion with your leader.
Want to know more?
Tonoa inaianei | Apply now
Apply online with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation. We're unable to accept emailed applications or provide feedback to applicants not shortlisted.
If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know and we'll try to accommodate.
Salary: $93,656.00 - $126,500.00, depending on skills and experience.
Eligibility: You must hold a valid NZ work visa that covers the duration of employment.
Please note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.'
Ra whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Monday, 3 August 2026. This advert may close early, so please apply promptly
Me he patai ano, whakapa mai | For further enquiries, please contact Anthony Clegg, aclegg@doc.govt.nz
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$93,656.00 - $126,500.00
Permanent full time, Nelson location
Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Turoa
Mo te turanga | About the role
Are you an experienced Project Manager keen to lead infrastructure project delivery for conservation? At DOC, you'll have the chance to make a real impact and shape the future of our assets for future generations.
As a Project Manager in Infrastructure, you will oversee a variety of projects including property assets (such as offices, residential properties, and visitor centres), 3-waters assets, visitor assets (including tracks, huts, and bridges), biodiversity assets, and roading as needed. You will take the lead in planning, executing, and delivering projects while ensuring alignment with our broader objectives. You will manage the full project lifecycle while managing risks and identifying opportunities for strategic partnerships. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality, all while fostering effective communication and working collaboratively to ensure changes are effective.
This role is not tied to a specific region, so flexibility will be necessary to manage projects in different locations close to your home base, when possible.
The position will:
Be responsible for delivering on projects that support strategy, but at the delivery level.
Scope, define, and manage project parameters, ensuring clear phases and milestones are established for successful delivery.
Lead the development of project plans and schedules, working closely with workstream leads to ensure timely and quality outcomes.
Identify and manage project risks, dependencies, and issues, proactively addressing challenges to keep the project on track.
Lead effective communication across all project stakeholders, ensuring alignment and transparency at all stages of the project.
Identify opportunities to create sustainable mechanisms for delivery of small scale changes than align with wider programme objectives.
Manage and motivate the project team, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and supporting professional development within a diverse and inclusive team culture.
Click here for the Role Description
Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience
We seek an individual with a growth mindset who can effectively navigate the ambiguity and risks associated with infrastructure projects. You should be adaptable, focused, and credible, able to instil confidence in stakeholders while leading projects. We're interested in candidates with strong project management experience. You will be a good listener and a problem solver, possessing excellent communication and negotiation skills with a commitment to achieving the best outcomes.
Below are some of the skills and experience that will set you up for success;
3+ years' proven experience leading end-to-end capital works projects (from scoping to delivery). Experience may include property projects (i.e. new builds, refurbishments, fit outs, etc), 3-waters projects, visitor/bio projects and/or roading projects
5+ years' experience and a thorough knowledge of project management practices and principles
Experience with delivery of projects that require Regulatory Approval including e.g. Building Consent, Engineering Plan Approval, and Resource Consent, Heritage/Archaeological permits and conservation authorisations
Skilled in project management in a complex and changing environment, translating analysis into practical implementation, skilled in using a range of project management methodologies
Competent at undertaking business analysis, prioritising work, financial planning, budgetary management and using resources efficiently and effectively to deliver desired project outputs
Experience in project controls, including quality, schedule, and budget
Able to take evidence and data around complex issues and turn it into and present insightful advice
Experience in procurement and contract management including different contracting delivery models and New Zealand forms of contract
Ability to review and prepare written reports, and to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Current full NZ driving licence
He aha nga painga mou? | What's in it for you?
DOC is committed to a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're driven by our values and behaviours, and are working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive by default.
We also support flexible working arrangements for our kaimahi across Aotearoa, with options considered based on the role and in discussion with your leader.
Want to know more?
Tonoa inaianei | Apply now
Apply online with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation. We're unable to accept emailed applications or provide feedback to applicants not shortlisted.
If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know and we'll try to accommodate.
Salary: $93,656.00 - $126,500.00, depending on skills and experience.
Eligibility: You must hold a valid NZ work visa that covers the duration of employment.
Please note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.'
Ra whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Monday, 3 August 2026. This advert may close early, so please apply promptly
Me he patai ano, whakapa mai | For further enquiries, please contact Anthony Clegg, aclegg@doc.govt.nz
.
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