Transportation Project Manager Lead, New Zealand

Transportation Project Manager Lead Jobs in New Zealand

84 Recruitment

Transportation Manager

  • Posted 3w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time
Salary

$150  -  $200 k/yr


Job Description

Transportation Manager

Are you a proven leader ready to tackle unique infrastructure challenges? We’re seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to oversee the management and development of a diverse roading network in a fast-growing region.

The Role:

  • Lead a team to plan and deliver critical transportation projects, balancing urban and rural priorities.
  • Build and restructure an in-house team while managing contractors and stakeholders.
  • Engage closely with communities, including iwi and hapū, to align infrastructure with local needs.
  • Oversee budgets, contracts, and network maintenance to ensure efficient operations.


About You:

  • Senior-level experience in transportation or roading management, ideally in remote or rural areas.
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, particularly in cultural and community collaboration.
  • Expertise in project, financial, and asset management, with a solid background in road construction and maintenance.
  • A relevant tertiary qualification in civil engineering, transport planning, or related fields.


What’s on Offer:

  • Competitive salary plus benefits, including flexible work options.
  • The chance to lead transformational infrastructure projects in a truly unique region.
  • A supportive, inclusive workplace invested in your growth.


Please contact Ben Lapworth for confidential enquiries 022 183 4944 | ben@84recruitment.co.nz


Hard Skills Required

  • Transportation Project Management
  • Financial Budgeting
  • Asset Management
  • Road Construction Knowledge
  • Contract Management

Soft Skills Required

  • Leadership
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Strategic Planning
  • Problem-Solving

Benefits and Perks

  • 🧕
    Inclusive Workspace
  • 🤗
    Here for Good Leave
  • 🎂
    Birthdays Off
  • Care and Appreciation
  • 🏘
    Work from Home

Job Schedule

  • Shift Work
  • Monday to Friday

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