Project Manager - Auckland

Protecting the health of our water.
We believe that’s worth caring about.

At Citycare Water, we’re proud to be the country’s largest dedicated experts in three waters – around 600 good people, making it happen across 10 locations. We specialise in water network maintenance and reticulation renewal construction. We service almost a quarter of properties nationwide; and we maintain over 20,000kms of pipe network. That’s 2X the length of the NZ’s state highways! Water may seem like such an everyday thing. but that’s what makes it so important. every day, every living thing needs it.

So, join us on our mission to ensure every community has access to safe water for life - we believe that’s worth striving for.

About the job:

We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager to grow the Auckland water business in our construction sector.

Your aim in this role will be to secure opportunities for business outside of our existing client base and develop relationships further with current clients and subcontractors to enhance the opportunities available to Citycare Water.

Day-to-day you will price and manage construction projects including coordination and management of resources, within budgeted cost structures, meeting contractual requirements and project specifications as agreed on with the client.  

Success in this role will be measured through increased satisfaction of existing and new clients and achieving revenue and margin growth as budgeted from projects. Being an excellent communicator and influencer with the ability to build strong relationships is crucial.

Your passion and commitment to excellence, as well as an alignment with Citycare Water’s values and a commitment to upholding Te Mana O te Wai will allow you to be successful in this role.

What you’ll need:

• It is essential that you have extensive experience (5+ years) in the management of large complex projects and dealing with clients and subcontractors.
• An appropriate qualification (Diploma or Degree) in Engineering or Project management or equivalent Project Management experience is a must!
• You will have knowledge around budgeting, reporting, business systems, business improvement, Health & Safety and staff management.
• Our ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget and to specifications.
• Being IPENZ accredited is advantageous but not essential.

All preferred candidates will be required to complete preemployment checks to the employer’s satisfaction. These checks include but are not limited to, ministry of Justice criminal conviction report, medical assessment, and drug and alcohol testing.

If you have any further questions, please contact careers@citycarewater.co.nz

Company Culture:

We offer an inclusive and vibrant company culture where effort is rewarded, fresh ideas are welcome, and success is celebrated. No two days are ever the same, and the opportunities are limitless. We also prioritise job security and are committed to supporting our people through good times and bad.

Find out more:

Visit our Careers page to hear from our people about what it’s like working for Citycare Water; and visit out News section to read about the work we do protecting the health of our water in our local communities.