Senior Project Manager – Major Projects

at  Tauranga City Council

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Are you a seasoned project management professional looking to make a significant impact in a rapidly growing community? We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Project Manager to drive the delivery of major infrastructure projects vital to the development and prosperity of our region.
We’re on a mission to build a modern transport system and make it easier and safer for people to move around the city whether they’re walking, biking, riding on mobility scooters, catching the bus, or driving. Join us and take up the chance to be part of ground-breaking projects that are shaping the future of our city’s transportation network.
Tauranga City Council is located in a rapidly growing area, bustling with opportunities and developments. As the local authority responsible for overseeing the region’s growth and development, we are committed to delivering high-quality infrastructure projects that enhance the lives of our residents and support the ongoing prosperity of our community.

TE TŪRANGA | ABOUT THE ROLE

As our Senior Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of key infrastructure projects. Your primary responsibility will be to provide expert assistance and guidance in all aspects of project planning, organization, resource management, and delivery. Working closely with various internal and external stakeholders, you will ensure that projects are executed efficiently, on time, and within budget, while consistently achieving the desired goals, objectives, and outcomes.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Successfully delivering projects to scope, time and budget.
• Ensuring monitoring, control and reporting is accurately, timely and meets the council’s requirements.
• Create and foster professional relationships that are trusted, sustainable and effective.
• Lead the project team effectively and create a culture of continuous improvement which the team can take an active part in.

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring;

• Bachelors qualification in engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of project management experience and/or PMP qualification.
• Demonstrated success in administering contracts and managing contractors and suppliers.
• Proven learning agility.
• Commitment to health and safety