EOI Senior Project Managers/ Project Directors
5 days ago
RPS, a Tetra Tech company, represents an exciting new chapter in our business. Since joining Tetra Tech in January 2023, we've become part of a global team of 27,000 employees across more than 550 offices in over 120 countries. Together, we're a leading provider of consulting and engineering services, solving some of the world's most complex problems.
About Our Project Management Team
RPS has an established client-side project management consulting business across Australia and the Asia Pacific region, with over 400 project management professionals. Our New Zealand team, based in Wellington, continues to grow, supported by a strong pipeline of work and long-term projects that underpin our success.
As our project portfolio expands, we are inviting expressions of interest from experienced Senior Project Managers and Project Directors who would like to be considered for future opportunities within our Wellington-based Project Management team. We anticipate upcoming roles supporting clients across major infrastructure and water projects in the region.
What Future Opportunities Could Offer
As a Senior Project Manager with RPS, you can expect opportunities that offer leadership, ownership, collaboration, and autonomy. You'll contribute to the delivery of significant projects, play a key role in managing client relationships, and help shape the continued growth of our project management business.
You'll be joining a team that values professional development, collaboration, and recognition of your contribution. We're proud to provide pathways for growth and rewarding career progression.
About You
- We're keen to hear from professionals who meet the following criteria:
- Tertiary qualification in project management, engineering, construction management or a related discipline
- 10+ years' experience in project management, particularly in building and construction projects
- Demonstrated leadership and team management experience
- Proven ability in contract management, contract administration, and design management
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and organisational skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); MS Project desirable
- New Zealand citizenship or appropriate working rights
- PRINCE2 or PMP certification is highly regarded
For those interested in complex, high-profile infrastructure work, experience leading within large teams, a willingness to travel for client or site meetings, and a passion for delivering excellence will be highly valued.
Why RPS?
At RPS, you'll find a welcoming and collaborative work environment that supports your professional and personal wellbeing. Benefits include:
- Competitive salary packages
- Flexible and hybrid work arrangements
- Paid professional memberships and development programs
- Parental and partner leave
- Active Lifestyle Allowance and social clubs
- Salary packaging options and additional purchased leave
Register your interest
If you're an experienced project management professional looking to be part of a dynamic and growing consultancy, we'd love to hear from you.
Submit your Expression of Interest today to be considered for future opportunities within our Wellington Project Management team.
Our Approach
Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work.
Stronger together is one of our five core behaviours and it is key to building a collaborative workplace. We encourage everyone to bring their best and to support others to do the same. By sharing knowledge, challenging each other to think differently, and fostering an environment of trust and respect, our people can learn, grow and thrive – and share in our success.
Recruitment Agencies
We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.
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