Contract Works Manager

3 days ago


Rotorua, New Zealand Rotorua District Council Full time

Position Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader in contract management to manage and directly supervise assigned Rotorua Lakes Council (RLC) projects and/or programmes in accordance with the RLC Project Framework. Successfully means delivering to completion specified project or programme objectives and benefits, with satisfied stakeholders and within agreed cost, time, quality and risk parameters.

Projects can be either OPEX or CAPEX construction projects and the position requires direct supervision acting as Engineers Representative to ensure works, are undertaken in accordance with specifications and consent conditions that apply.

You will be supported by the Project Management Office and you will help play a role in building the RLC project management capability. Being a territorial authority, compliance with all relevant legislation, Council determinations, and Council policies is essential, as is a good understanding of engagement and stakeholder management.

We are looking for someone with previous experience supervising contracts, ideally possessing a tertiary qualification in Engineering. You will be well organised and innovative in how you approach problems and be adaptive and flexible to manage and work through any unexpected hurdles.

Te Arawa is a key partner of Council and a major stakeholder in many of our projects and programmes, so a high level of engagement and collaboration with iwi will be required. The successful applicant(s) will therefore need to be comfortable working in a bicultural framework, with knowledge of Te Ao Maori and preferably some te reo Maori competency, as well as and proven experience in engaging with iwi in a culturally appropriate manner.

Rotorua Lakes Council is a progressive, outcomes focussed organisation that understands the importance of having a great work/life balance and we are open to working with you to develop an employment plan that is unique to you. We offer you the opportunity to be part of a great team and have the freedom to make the role your own.

We looking forward to hearing from you



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