Capstone Recruitment NZ has partnered with a new entrant into the NZ project advisory and project management who are looking for senior leader to join their NZ Lead and take ownership of some secured major transportation projects
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Exciting chance to join a firm at ground level with chance to lead the NZ growth & strategy
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Genuine career path to Director and equity
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Secured pipeline of projects to lead
About the role:
Seeking a Senior Project Manager or Principal Project Manager who’s eager to tackle multi million infrastructure projects head on, with a special nod to transportation-based projects. You’ll dive into delivering both challenging and interesting construction packages for the likes of Auckland Transport, NZTA, local councils, Auckland Airport & more.
While a relatively new entrant to the NZ project management & advisory sector, the Directors have an enviable track record of delivery already in Auckland & NZ, having previously worked for leading firms and delivered key iconic projects for leading NZ organisations. This has enabled them to establish themselves quickly as a trusted partner and are now leading complex projects for the likes of NZTA & Auckland Transport.
As a Principal PM, you will be a commercially astute and balanced infrastructure professional with 7-10 years’ minimum experience under your belt in NZ infrastructure projects and looking to take the next step in your career towards Project Director and profit share in a growing firm. You will have a strong track record of delivery in transport & infrastructure projects in NZ. This could be in areas of project constructability & business case development, cost estimation & procurement, design management, project & programme management and either Engineer to Contract or Engineers Representative services.
Successful candidates will be able to point to a record in roading upgrades, bus and cycleways, bridges, rail infrastructure or similar, again delivered in the NZ market (essential)
About you:
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A strong background across civil infrastructure delivery (roading, pavements, bridges or similar)
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Background as a PM either for a dedicated PM consultant or engineering consultancy or civil contractor
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Good understanding of construction contracts, NZS3910 as well as MS Project &/or Primavera
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Strong relationship management and communication skills
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Tertiary qualification in construction, project management or engineering (or similar)
About the company:
Our client is a successful boutique project management consultancy who have really hit the ground running since their inception. With strong leadership from the two founding Directors, they are perfectly positioned & networked to take advantage of a returning need for their services across the Upper North Island.
This is a rare chance to join a firm that will continue to grow & grow with genuine path to future Directorship on offer. Have an input into future strategy and hiring and build a high performing team around you.
To find out more about this role please contact Hamish on 021 675546 or email: hamish@capstonerecruitment.co.nz
Principal Project Manager
Principal Project Manager
Contract Type:
Permanent
Location:
Auckland - Auckland
Industry:
Contact Name:
Hamish McLean
Contact Email:
hamish@capstonerecruitment.co.nz
Date Published:
02-Dec-2025
