Project Director
ConsultANZ Civil Engineering, Construction, Surveying Recruitment
Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand · Full Time
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- Experience
- 15+ yrs
- Salary
- NZD 250,000 – NZD 300,000 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 3 hours ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- Eligibility
- Experienced civil infrastructure professionals with a bachelor's degree and at least 15 years of relevant project delivery background, particularly those who have led major bids or tenders, are a strong fit for this role.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
Overview
ConsultANZ is hiring a seasoned Project Director for a leading civil contractor in New Zealand. The role centres on steering the tender for a significant civil infrastructure project and guiding major bids from early planning through to contract award. It is well suited to a senior professional who has delivered complex infrastructure work and can lead commercial, technical, and delivery-focused activity at a high level.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct the full tender and bid journey for a major infrastructure project.
- Oversee the planning, commercial, and technical elements of the submission.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
- Coordinate and lead the project team during the tender stage.
- Assess project risks and put forward workable mitigation strategies.
- Remain involved in the project after award to support successful delivery.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related discipline.
- At least 15 years of experience delivering major civil infrastructure projects.
- Prior experience in a Project Director, Senior Project Manager, or comparable leadership role.
- Hands-on involvement in leading large project bids or tender submissions.
- Strong expertise in earthworks, roading, and concrete-based projects.
- Experience on wind farm projects is considered a strong advantage.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and commercial acumen.
Benefits
- Salary package of $250K–$300K, plus a company vehicle and additional benefits, with final terms open to negotiation based on experience.
- Permanent employment with an established civil contractor.
- Flexible work location anywhere within New Zealand.
- The chance to lead a major infrastructure project from tender stage through to completion.
- A long-term career path backed by a healthy pipeline of future projects.
Additional Information
Interested candidates may apply directly or contact Claire Yang at [email protected] for more details. A referral incentive of $500 is available if a referred candidate is successfully placed.