Contracts Manager

1 month ago


New Plymouth, New Zealand New Plymouth District Council Full time

Contracts Manager - Rural
Ko wai mātou Who are we
Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu - New Plymouth District Council is a local government organisation located in the heart of New Plymouth. Our vision is to be the Sustainable Lifestyle Capital, and our district boasts a spectacular natural beauty from Taranaki Maunga to the moana. In 2021, we were awarded the most liveable city (for a population between 75,000-150,000) by the International Awards for Liveable Communities. We work collaboratively with iwi, Government, not-for-profits and businesses to achieve outcomes that benefit our community.
Te āheinga The opportunity
At New Plymouth District Council, we’re committed to enhancing rural infrastructure through sustainable practices and innovative solutions. As the Contracts Manager - Rural you will play a pivotal role in managing the New Plymouth Infrastructure Partnership to optimize rural road networks, ensuring cost-efficient service delivery while maintaining compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Tino takohanga Key responsibilities
Actively ensure that legislative requirements and Council policies and procedures are fulfilled, particularly in relation to all key relevant legislation.
Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of road construction and maintenance projects, ensuring they meet quality, budget and timeline expectations.
Oversee customer requests to ensure a customer focused service is provided to the community.
Ensure effective contractor management processes and relationships are maintained with key contractors.
Implement quality control measures to ensure all work meets safety and engineering standards.
Support the Infrastructure team in operational delivery work and provide back up for other Contracts Managers.
Ngā tino pūkenga me ngā wheako Essential skills and experience
Tertiary qualification in an appropriate discipline e.g. Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Experience in managing road construction or maintenance contracts, preferably in rural settings.
RAMM knowledge
Familiar with industry standards and specifications.
Experience in data analysis and management including working knowledge of Microsoft Excel would be an advantage.
He aha ai a Taranaki? Why Taranaki?
With the stunning Mt Taranaki as a backdrop and the warm iron sands along our coast, it is no wonder Taranaki is one of the best regions in New Zealand and the world. In Taranaki it’s easy to achieve an enviable lifestyle without having to compromise your career. Our regions’ dynamic surf, multitude of parks and gardens, iconic walkways, major events calendar and mountain playground make this the place to live
Ōu mātou rourou What we offer
At the New Plymouth District Council we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff including solid career pathways, learning and development opportunities as well as personal and professional development.
You can expect to start in this permanent full-time role with us between $103,138 - 111,159.
We have also put together an Our Peoples Package that spans Wellbeing, Development, Benefits, Culture and Recognition.
If you think this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you
Applications close Wednesday 30 October 2024



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