Construction Project Manager at NZ Defence Force, Auckland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Mō te tūnga | About the role

You will focus on and have oversight of the Construction Project Management at the Papakura Military Camp and surrounding areas. You will be responsible for managing construction projects and team members including successful implementation within set tolerances (i.e. time, budget, quality, scope, risks and benefits) in conjunction with the Defence Estate Regeneration Programme.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining project artefacts and documentation in accordance with established NZDF processes and the PRINCE2 process;
• Working closely with key stakeholders and team/project team members to manage the delivery of projects; and
• Collaborating with other construction project managers who will be managing other projects assigned to the Defence Estate and Infrastructure organisation.

Please note: You will need a clean full NZ driver's license.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience

Your stakeholder engagement and buy-in will be the key to your success; you will be able to communicate effectively across all levels, and develop influential and trusted relationships. You must be agile and pragmatic in your approach, and react to a changing environment. 

You will also have:

• Proven experience in leading, managing and successfully implementing large scale projects;
• Proven ability to deal with complex conceptual issues and to apply problem solving techniques;
• Knowledge of Project Management methodologies and tools e.g. PRINCE2;
• Well-developed analytical skills with the ability to think laterally in preparing business cases, business specifications and training material; and
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills.

Mō mātou | About Us

Defence Estate and Infrastructure (DEI) develop, maintain and manage land, property and infrastructure assets in order to support NZDF military capabilities and all of government outcomes, through the Defence Estate Regeneration Programme. The Defence estate comprises over 80,000ha of land hectares and 5,000 buildings spread across nine camps and bases, two large land training areas and various regional locations with infrastructure and buildings. The Estate Delivery unit is responsible for making decisions and executing delivery of approximately $150M OPEX and up to $200M CAPEX per annum.

Every hour of every day, 365 days of the year, the New Zealand Defence Force is contributing to the defence, security and well-being of Aotearoa / New Zealand. As a modern, professional military, it is our goal to maintain well trained, equipped and disciplined armed forces that can react to crisis at short notice. 

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

NZDF is an inclusive organisation that is open to flexible working arrangements and welcomes applications from people regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, age, beliefs/opinions, or family circumstances.

In return for your expertise, dedication and hard work, NZDF is offering remuneration reflective of your experience, along with:

• Great benefits for you and your family.
• Full time ongoing work.
• Fully funded life cover up to $300,000.
• Access to holiday accommodation across NZ.
• Discounts Handbook for selected retail, entertainment and service providers.
• 5 weeks annual leave per year.
• Free onsite parking.
• Variety, challenge and a chance to influence.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

To view the Position Description and to Apply, please use the links on this page.

Please note:

• Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.
• If you are an existing NZDF employee (excluding contractors) you must apply through our Internal Vacancies site, via the HR Toolkit.

Applications close on Tuesday 7 February 2023.

Please note: Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ) and be able to obtain and maintain the required level of NZ Government security clearance for the position applied for. The minimum citizenship and residency criteria for security clearances to be granted by the NZ Defence Force are as follows:

Higher level Security Clearance

• most preferably a NZ citizen who has resided continuously in this country for the last 10 years, OR
• is a citizen of, and/or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last 10 years: either Australia, Canada, NZ, UK or the USA; and has a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed as appropriate by the NZSIS towards a recommendation of suitability for a security clearance at a higher level.

If you do not meet these minimum criteria, we will not be able to accept your application.