Project Manager

• Deliver transformational transport and infrastructure projects as part of Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi (RiverLink)
• Lead projects that enhance transport resilience and shape Hutt City’s urban future
• Collaborate across Council, contractors and stakeholders to drive successful outcomes

About the Role

In this role, you’ll manage and deliver a range of transport and infrastructure projects that enhance how our city works, looks, and feels. You’ll oversee all aspects of project planning, delivery, and risk management – ensuring work is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

As part of our Capital Delivery team, you’ll collaborate with internal teams, contractors, and partners to deliver transformative projects such as Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi (RiverLink) and other major urban development initiatives.

About You

You’ll be an experienced project manager who thrives on collaboration and brings strong leadership and communication skills. You’re confident managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects and can translate technical detail into clear outcomes for delivery partners and the community.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Construction, Engineering, or a related field
• At least five years’ project management experience
• Proven stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
• A solid understanding of project governance, budgeting, and risk management
• Experience with project management software such as MS Project or Primavera

About Us

At Hutt City Council our vision is to build a connected, resilient and inclusive city where all our people thrive. Kia noho mai tēnei tāone hei pou herenga waka, hei pou herenga kaupapa, hei wāhi whai hua ki hōna iwi.

Our people are ‘proud to be part of it’ - working here is truly rewarding knowing together we're making a genuine difference to Te Awa Kairangi ki Tai Lower Hutt and its people, both now and into the future. Tūhono mai. Come join us!

Some of our great benefits include:

• Paid birthday leave
• Wellbeing leave, plus additional wellbeing perks
• Flexible work options
• Discounted health insurance

Applications close at 11.55pm on 2 December 2025. Please note that we may review applications before the closing date and encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to withdraw the job advertisement at any time.