Project Manager

Wellington Airport is a dynamic, vibrant and diverse place to work. We are the gateway to our region for millions of residents, visitors and businesses every year, connecting our capital city to all parts of New Zealand and to Australia, the Pacific and the rest of the world.

Guided by our Kaitiakitanga vision, we aim to manage our operations efficiently, to care for our environment and our people, to support the local economy and to give back to the community. We are an employer of choice and pride ourselves for our practices in Diversity and Inclusion and continue to provide reasonable accommodations for our staff as and when needed.

About the role

If you are looking for a full-time project management role that is varied and want to work with a diverse and high performing team, then this is the role for you.

This opportunity to support Senior Project Managers with a key focus on stakeholder management, design management, procurement, Engineer’s representative/contract administration, financial management and reporting.

You will be:

• scoping potential capital projects, working through feasibility studies, design concepts, and cost definition in support of robust business cases process
• delivering approved projects from start to end
• procuring appropriate consultants and contractors 
• managing project financial performance
• managing multiple internal and external stakeholders

In return for your hard work, you will be rewarded with:

• a competitive remuneration package
• free airport parking
• retail discounts
• onsite fitness facilities and activities
• multiple opportunities for learning and development 

About you

You have:

• five years of project management experience from a consultancy background delivering infrastructure projects in New Zealand
• experience in the management of construction projects from inception to completion in a fast paced operational environment
• working knowledge of contract law and the Health and Safety at Work Act
• the ability to think strategically, logically and methodically
• strong communication skills both, verbal and written 
• an innovative, flexible and results-orientated approach

You are confident:

• working in consultative and collaborative team environments
• working with and managing consultants & contractors
• leading and advising internal stakeholders
• preparing and managing budgets
• applying Risk Management principles, Safety in Design reviews, Value Engineering

Ideally, you have:

• a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent
• engineering, architectural, quantity surveying experience
• knowledge or experience in aviation environments

As part of our standard pre-employment requirements, you must be able to obtain security clearance from Aviation Security Services, complete a Ministry of Justice background check and pass a drug/alcohol test.

About us

Wellington Airport is the gateway to our capital city and surrounding regions. As one of New Zealand’s three busiest airports, we connect people and goods across the country and the world. We host millions of travelers every year and make a major contribution to Wellington's economy, society and wellbeing. 

Guided by our Kaitiakitanga vision, we aim to manage our operations efficiently, to care for our environment and our people, to support the local economy and to give back to the community. 

We live by our values of Whānau Kotahi, Be Exceptional, Diversity & Inclusion, Customer Obsessed and Courage and Freedom, and we have been recognised as an Employer of Choice in 2020 by Human Resources Director NZ. 

We are proud to be a passionate, flexible and inclusive organisation; come and be a part of our team.

About your application

• Apply with a cover letter and CV in PDF or Word format
• Applications close Thursday 19 June 2025
• Please note that you must have the permanent right to work in NZ to be considered for this role

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Do you have an injury, illness, or other health or wellbeing condition or issue which may impact on your ability to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position you are applying for, or may be contributed to or aggravated by the position?
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• Security Clearance Please note that employment at Wellington Airport requires a security clearance. This involves checks with Police and other authorities. As part of this application process, you may be asked to consent to these checks, and to provide information such as a copy of your driver's licence and passport. Any offer of employment will be conditional on you obtaining a security clearance. In advance of obtaining undergoing the security clearance process, please answer the following question. Have you ever been convicted or are waiting for a criminal conviction hearing?
• If Yes, please provide details below (If No, just type N/A) :
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