Project Manager - Three Waters

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Play a key role in delivering critical wastewater infrastructure projects that support the future growth and resilience of Christchurch and Banks Peninsula. As a Project Manager within our Wastewater Capital Delivery team, you'll lead complex capital works projects from concept through to completion, working alongside consultants, contractors, and key stakeholders to deliver essential services for our communities.

This is an opportunity to apply your technical and project management expertise to high-value infrastructure projects while helping shape a city that continues to grow and thrive.

About the team | Ko te rōpū nei

The Three Waters Unit is responsible for the delivery of capital works projects replacing and rebuilding the Council's Three Waters infrastructure. The Wastewater Capital Delivery team is responsible for the delivery of an extensive capital works programme across Christchurch City and Banks Peninsula.

About the role | Ko te mahi nei

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our Wastewater Delivery Team in the Three Waters Unit. You'll be part of a team responsible for the delivery of an extensive capital works programme across Christchurch and Banks Peninsula.

As Project Manager, you'll be accountable for all key phases of the project life cycle from project initiation, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover, ensuring the successful delivery of your assigned projects through focused and effective management of scope, time, cost, and quality.

The position will primarily based at the Council's main office Te Hononga 53 Hereford Street Christchurch, however there may be times that require working from other Council locations when delivering specific projects.

About you | Ko Koe Tēnei

You will bring with you a proven track record of delivering projects through the implementation of competent, well planned project management methodologies and processes.  Experience working with diverse stakeholder groups and multi-disciplinary teams will allow you to navigate the complexities of this environment. You will also bring with you:

• An undergraduate university degree (e.g. Process/Chemical/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering)
• Extensive industry experience in a range of wastewater projects from treatment, pump stations, odour control and reticulation.
• Proven ability to communicate and work closely with a diverse range of stakeholders, suppliers, consultants and contractors.
• Extensive experience in procuring, tendering, evaluation and award of design contracts,  NZS3910 and NZS3916 construction contracts.
• Excellent writing, communication and presentation skills enabling you to communicate at the appropriate level for the target audience.

What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe?

Want to be involved in shaping your City? Here at the Council we know our strength comes from our people, working together as one team to create results. When you join us, you're getting involved first hand, and contributing to crafting the Christchurch community. You will also benefit from:

• Access to training programmes and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements -adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave.
• Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation

If this sounds like an interesting opportunity, you think you have what it takes and want to get involved in shaping our City then please apply today.

Additional Information | Ko ētahi atu kōrero

• Hours of work: 37.5-40 hours per week
• Position: Permanent, Full-time
• Location: Te Hononga Civic Offices, 53 Hereford Street Christchurch
• Salary: $128,120-142,355 per annum based on a 40 hour week.
• Applications close: 2 November 2026

To view the Position Description in full, click here

At Christchurch City Council, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this opportunity but don't meet every requirement listed, we still encourage you to apply.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.