Project Manager

About the Organisation
Our client is a leading New Zealand technology consultancy that helps organisations transform the way they work through innovative cloud, data, infrastructure and modern workplace solutions. With a strong focus on collaboration, continuous learning and delivering exceptional customer outcomes, they offer an environment where talented professionals can thrive and make a tangible impact.

About the Role
We are seeking a Project Manager, for an initial 3-months contract, (with a potential extension or perm work to follow) to lead the successful delivery of technology projects for a varied client base. This role combines strategic stakeholder management, project leadership and commercial oversight to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard.

Working closely with clients, technical specialists and internal delivery teams, you will drive project success across a range of modernisation and transformation initiatives. You will be a confident communicator who can translate business requirements into practical outcomes while proactively managing risks, resources and project performance.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of technology projects using Agile and Waterfall methodologies
• Ensure projects align with client business strategies, objectives and expectations
• Coordinate internal and external resources to optimise project delivery outcomes
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, expenditure tracking and financial performance
• Identify, assess and mitigate project risks, issues and dependencies
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships across client and internal teams
• Provide regular project reporting, status updates and governance communications
• Oversee project quality, compliance and adherence to best-practice delivery standards
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to delivery excellence across the wider team
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops and stakeholder engagement activities

Skills & Experience

• 3 or more years’ experience managing medium to large-scale technology projects
• Demonstrated success delivering complex transformation or modernisation programmes
• Strong experience across Agile, Waterfall or hybrid project delivery methodologies
• Ability to manage project budgets, financial tracking and commercial outcomes
• Proven experience with resource planning, risk management and stakeholder engagement
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level reporting and presentations
• Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to motivate and influence cross-functional teams
• Excellent relationship-building skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality outcomes
• Strong problem-solving ability and a proactive, solutions-focused approach

Desirable Experience

• Delivery experience across Cloud, Data, Modern Workplace or Network transformation projects
• Experience using Azure DevOps for project delivery and planning
• Formal project management certifications such as PMI, PRINCE2 and/or Agile qualifications
• Tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Business or a related discipline

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work on meaningful technology transformation projects
• Join a collaborative and highly capable team environment
• Exposure to a broad range of industries and clients
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career growth
• Be part of a culture that values initiative, learning and continuous improvement

Apply now with your CV and cover letter.

[Please note, we can only consider applicants that are legally entitled to work in New Zealand at the time of application.]

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