Project Manager - Transportation or Civil
— Napier, New ZealandBy agreement
Napier, New ZealandFull-timeWSP USA
Description (EN)
**What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?**
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives enabling you to do the best work of your life. You can experience a world of opportunities to shape a career as unique as you.
WSP is one of the world's top professional services firms, bringing together some of the brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe. We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. We see the world through a Future Ready® lens, fuelled by a shared commitment to making a positive impact-one project and community at a time.
**Project Managers**
The WSP **Napier business** has exciting opportunities for experienced **Project Managers** to lead a range of civil engineering projects. The role involves delivering high-quality consulting services that exceed client expectations, while working closely with clients, project teams, and stakeholders. You'll be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Manage projects to ensure deliverables meet all client needs, both stated and unstated.
+ Plan and scope projects effectively, defining inputs, outputs, and verification steps.
+ Prepare key project documents, including briefs, RFPs, OOS, and fee estimates.
+ Maintain up-to-date project plans throughout delivery.
+ Communicate regularly with clients and other Project Managers to confirm expectations are met.
+ Lead or support project teams to deliver work on time, within budget, and to the required quality.
+ Ensure projects achieve targeted profitability.
+ Seek client and team feedback and apply continuous learning.
+ Produce high-quality technical documents with strong attention to detail.
+ Prepare, review, and implement contract and tender documentation (specifications, schedules, estimates).
+ Ensure all work complies with professional standards and WSP's OurWay requirements.
+ Identify, assess, and manage project risks.
+ Build strong relationships across project teams to support investigation and design activities.
+ Build a strong professional profile with clients and the wider infrastructure community.
+ Deliver excellent service to encourage repeat and sole-source work.
+ Understand WSP's full service offering and promote company-wide services.
+ Act as a Client Relationship representative when required.
**About You**
+ Relevant qualification in civil engineering or related discipline.
+ Minimum 5 years' professional experience in Transportation, Water or Civil Engineering, including client facing project management experience.
+ Extensive experience working with and a demonstrated understanding of NZS3910.
+ Current clean Full Drivers Licence.
+ Strong knowledge of design codes, standards, legislation, and practices.
+ Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise conflicting demands.
+ Client-centric approach and ability to work collaboratively in a team.
+ Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality at all times.
**Why Napier?**
Located in the heart of Hawke's Bay, Napier offers an exceptional lifestyle that blends professional opportunity with natural beauty. Known for its Art Deco architecture, vibrant café culture, buzzing arts scene, and world-class wineries, Napier boasts a sunny climate, stunning coastline, and a welcoming community. With excellent schools, safe neighbourhoods, and plenty of outdoor activities, it's a family-friendly destination.
Relocation support is available to assist you in settling into the Hawke's Bay if you are moving from outside the region.
Learn more about our WSP Napier office here: https://www.wsp.com/en-nz/contact-us/offices/new-zealand/na/napier/001662
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
We are proud to have the blueprint of Aotearoa New Zealand in our DNA and our 2,000+ expert professionals in 24 offices are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve.
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 75,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
We will review applications as they come in, so if this opportunity sounds like you, don't wait to apply!
\#NZRegionalBusiness #NZTransport #NZWater #NZNapierJobs
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives enabling you to do the best work of your life. You can experience a world of opportunities to shape a career as unique as you.
WSP is one of the world's top professional services firms, bringing together some of the brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe. We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. We see the world through a Future Ready® lens, fuelled by a shared commitment to making a positive impact-one project and community at a time.
**Project Managers**
The WSP **Napier business** has exciting opportunities for experienced **Project Managers** to lead a range of civil engineering projects. The role involves delivering high-quality consulting services that exceed client expectations, while working closely with clients, project teams, and stakeholders. You'll be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Manage projects to ensure deliverables meet all client needs, both stated and unstated.
+ Plan and scope projects effectively, defining inputs, outputs, and verification steps.
+ Prepare key project documents, including briefs, RFPs, OOS, and fee estimates.
+ Maintain up-to-date project plans throughout delivery.
+ Communicate regularly with clients and other Project Managers to confirm expectations are met.
+ Lead or support project teams to deliver work on time, within budget, and to the required quality.
+ Ensure projects achieve targeted profitability.
+ Seek client and team feedback and apply continuous learning.
+ Produce high-quality technical documents with strong attention to detail.
+ Prepare, review, and implement contract and tender documentation (specifications, schedules, estimates).
+ Ensure all work complies with professional standards and WSP's OurWay requirements.
+ Identify, assess, and manage project risks.
+ Build strong relationships across project teams to support investigation and design activities.
+ Build a strong professional profile with clients and the wider infrastructure community.
+ Deliver excellent service to encourage repeat and sole-source work.
+ Understand WSP's full service offering and promote company-wide services.
+ Act as a Client Relationship representative when required.
**About You**
+ Relevant qualification in civil engineering or related discipline.
+ Minimum 5 years' professional experience in Transportation, Water or Civil Engineering, including client facing project management experience.
+ Extensive experience working with and a demonstrated understanding of NZS3910.
+ Current clean Full Drivers Licence.
+ Strong knowledge of design codes, standards, legislation, and practices.
+ Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise conflicting demands.
+ Client-centric approach and ability to work collaboratively in a team.
+ Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality at all times.
**Why Napier?**
Located in the heart of Hawke's Bay, Napier offers an exceptional lifestyle that blends professional opportunity with natural beauty. Known for its Art Deco architecture, vibrant café culture, buzzing arts scene, and world-class wineries, Napier boasts a sunny climate, stunning coastline, and a welcoming community. With excellent schools, safe neighbourhoods, and plenty of outdoor activities, it's a family-friendly destination.
Relocation support is available to assist you in settling into the Hawke's Bay if you are moving from outside the region.
Learn more about our WSP Napier office here: https://www.wsp.com/en-nz/contact-us/offices/new-zealand/na/napier/001662
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
We are proud to have the blueprint of Aotearoa New Zealand in our DNA and our 2,000+ expert professionals in 24 offices are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve.
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 75,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
We will review applications as they come in, so if this opportunity sounds like you, don't wait to apply!
\#NZRegionalBusiness #NZTransport #NZWater #NZNapierJobs
Published 27 days ago