Senior Project Manager - Civil Infrastructure

• Shape legacy infrastructure
• Professional development + flexible work options
• Enjoy the natural beauty and adventure of Taupō

Shape legacy infrastructure. Live the Taupō lifestyle. Lead with purpose.

Taupō District Council is entering a transformational period of infrastructure investment – and we’re looking for a Senior Project Manager to help deliver once-in-a-generation projects across water, wastewater, transport and community assets.

What’s on offer | Ngā painga

• Meaningful impact. Deliver projects that grow Taupō’s economy, enhance daily life, and build community wellbeing and resilience.
• Supportive culture. Be part of a collaborative team that works with purpose and takes pride in delivering for the community.
• Professional growth: Tackle new professional challenges with strong leadership support and access to training and development programmes.
• Lifestyle balance.  Enjoy the natural beauty and adventure of Taupō, with flexible work options.

The opportunity | Te wāhi whakahirahira

Lead major civil infrastructure projects shaping Taupō’s future - from a significant water treatment plant upgrade and seismic resilience works to long-term planning for transformational wastewater and transport infrastructure to help service a growing district.

You’ll be part of a well-resourced and respected Project Management Office, managing projects from early planning through to delivery.

• Identify project benefits and stakeholder needs early, and track progress against them.
• Lead end-to-end delivery of capital works - from design to construction.
• Manage project planning, finances, scope, risks, and reporting using TDC’s methodology.
• Provide clear, strategic updates to elected members and project sponsors.
• Build trusted relationships with iwi, funders, community groups, and local businesses.
• Oversee delivery partners and ensure contract compliance.
• Mentor and lead two emerging project management professionals.
• Contribute to long-term infrastructure planning and investment decisions.

About you | Mōu

As a seasoned infrastructure project manager, you bring the skills, diplomacy, and confidence to navigate complex delivery in public and private sector settings. You lead with professionalism and purpose, working in partnership with stakeholders to achieve outcomes that matter for the community.  With a team-oriented approach, collaboration is at the heart of how you work.

You’ll bring:

• A tertiary qualification in project management, engineering, or a related discipline
• Experience gained across local government, consultancy, or construction environments
• A track record of genuine engagement and enduring partnerships with iwi and hapū to deliver infrastructure project outcomes, will be highly regarded.

Why Taupō District Council? | He aha ai TDC?

Taupō District Council is well-positioned to deliver an ambitious, future-focused capital works programme.  We are values-led, community-minded, and committed to delivering outcomes that matter.

Ready to deliver meaningful infrastructure and enjoy all that Taupō has to offer?  

We’d love to hear from you.  Apply now or contact Lisa Hulley in confidence on 027 688 8831.  Applications close Sunday 31 August 2025.

Taupō District Council has engaged Peak Recruitment to manage the recruitment of this position.  Please direct all enquiries and applications to Peak Recruitment. 

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