Project Manager

At the Otago Regional Council (ORC), our mission is
protecting, connecting and enhancing Otago's environment, now and for the
future - Mou, moku, mo tatou, For you, for me, for us. To be sure we can
deliver on our responsibilities, we are evolving as an organisation, and we're
not overstating when we say we have some really big targets to reach. We need
the right people, in the right roles, to help us to get there.

We think Otago's a pretty special place. It covers a vast
area - the third largest local government region in New Zealand. Those who call
Otago home enjoy access to mountains, coastal lowlands, dramatic rivers, and
wild beaches. Our environment here is part of who we are, and at ORC, we work
each day to look after it.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our Engineering
on a permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week) basis, in our busy Dunedin
office.

The purpose of this position is assisting the Team Leader
Assets and Delivery and Manager to deliver infrastructure projects and
contracts.

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Determining and defining project scope and
  objectives and ensure project deliverables are met
• Developing and managing detailed project
  schedule and work plans
• Managing Flood Protection infrastructure
  projects using standard project management processes
• Manage contracts with suppliers and contractors
  to undertake professional services and construction works
• Coordinating multi-disciplined teams of internal
  and external resources to achieve agreed objectives
• Building and maintaining effective relationships
  with internal and external stakeholders

If you are keen to work collaboratively and ensure delivery
of infrastructure projects, then this is the role for you

About You

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A degree level tertiary qualification in
  Engineering (Civil) or similar experience
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
  and/or Prince2 Practitioner
• 5+ years' experience in civil engineering,
  project or contract management within the public sector
• Experience in the interpretation and application
  of contracts
• Ability to work in a complex environment, deal
  with ambiguity and across functions

Please find the job description here - PD Project Manager Engineering December 2025

What we offer

We recognise and celebrate diversity within Team ORC and are
committed to providing a work environment that supports inclusion and equal
opportunities. We actively encourage applications from anyone who will live our
values of MANA- We influence with respect and integrity, TIKA- We do the right
thing and do things right and AROHA- We show that that we care.

To support our diverse and capable team, we're pleased to
offer enhanced benefits such as:

• Flexible
  work opportunities
• Life
  Insurance
• 5
  weeks annual leave
• Superannuation
• An
  annual wellbeing programme
• Competitive
  remuneration packages
• Development
  opportunities

How to Apply

If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application,
including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the person for this
role via the Apply button.

Please note. We don't always work to fixed closing dates and
may start considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are
received, so we encourage you to apply early.

At ORC, we value diversity, and the different strengths
people bring. We can provide flexible recruitment options such as virtual
interviews, online kōrero, or whānau-inclusive interviews. If you would like to
have whānau support with you during your interview, just let us know—we welcome
it

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what life at ORC is like.

All candidates require the right to work in New Zealand.

Applications close: Monday 19 January 2026

For further information, please contact