Principal Solution Delivery Specialist - Planned Delivery

at  Land Information NZ

HE PŪKENGA TOU - SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• At least 12- 15 years relevant experience in practical delivery of construction/refurbishment work, ideally from a licensed building practitioner or quantity surveyor background or similar
• Significant practical experience in the delivery of refurbishment/renewals and scoping; including reviewing/developing contractor quotes and/or proposed methodologies with a demonstrable track record of delivering value for money outcomes
• Confident in providing technical construction/refurbishment advice across a diverse range of building types to internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Demonstrated experience in management of suppliers and contractors.
• Proficient knowledge of building codes, seismic, cultural, heritage, health & safety, and other industry-related legislation, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation to support the development and delivery of the work programme.
• Demonstrated ability in working in a dynamic environment, delivering creative cost-effective solutions with a focus on ‘best for project’ outcomes.
• Strong prioritisation and project management skills to support the development and delivery of programme of works efficiently and effectively.
• Valid unrestricted New Zealand License.
• Previous experience working in local or central government is not required.
• Extensive knowledge of building products to support continuous improvement and refining of specified products.

OUR KIA TOIPOTO INTENTIONS - PUBLIC SERVICE GENDER, MĀORI, PACIFIC AND ETHNIC PAY GAP ACTION PLAN

Toitū Te Whenua is a diverse team of individuals with different experience and perspectives. This drives our culture and high performance. We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don’t apply for roles if they’re not a 100% match, but we’re not looking for perfection, we’re looking for potential. As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value difference and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not. As an organisation we embrace diversity, encourage work life balance and have a flexible approach to the way we work which means you will quickly feel connected and valued.

ABOUT THE ROLE

LINZ have a varied portfolio of vertical assets ranging from residential, closed schools, hospitals, prisons and commercial buildings. With the portfolio predominantly located across the North Island in isolated and rural areas, you’ll be based in Wellington, and travelling to scope and complete supplier/contractor reviews on site. Working closely with your leader and our Built Structures team, you will utilise your extensive experience within a licensed building practitioner or quantity surveying, and relationships in construction/refurbishments to support the effective and value for money delivery of LINZ’s refurbishment and renewals programme.

YOU MAY NOTICE THAT THE POSITION DESCRIPTION TITLE FOR THIS ROLE (SOLUTION DELIVERY SPECIALIST – LEVEL WHA/FOUR ) DOESN’T MATCH THE ADVERTISED TITLE. AT TOITŪ TE WHENUA WE DESIGN OUR ROLES AROUND SHARED CAPABILITIES (RATHER THAN FOCUSING ON TASKS). THIS MEANS OUR POSITION DESCRIPTIONS ARE BROAD, ONE POSITION DESCRIPTION CAN COVER MANY ROLES, THIS IS KNOWN AS BROAD BASED ROLE (BBR). USING BBR ALLOWS US TO BE RESPONSIVE TO OUR CUSTOMERS AND TO STRENGTHEN THE CONNECTIONS ACROSS OUR ORGANISATION. IT ALSO GIVES US THE FLEXIBILITY TO PROVIDE WIDER OPPORTUNITIES TO OUR PEOPLE, TO FURTHER THEIR CAREERS.

If you have any questions about this role or working at Toitū Te Whenua, please email opportunities@linz.govt.nz and our Recruitment Team will be in touch with you