Senior Project Coordinator

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Support critical water infrastructure projects within a large-scale programme.
• Utilise your NZ water infrastructure knowledge and contract expertise.
• Permanent role based in Wellington, with opportunities for professional growth.

Ngā kawenga | About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Coordinator to contribute to vital water infrastructure projects within a horizontal build environment. As part of the Water Infrastructure Programme Management Team, you will play a key role in supporting project delivery, ensuring quality documentation processes, and maintaining compliance with NZS3910 contract standards.

You'll work closely with Project Managers to scope, define, and plan projects while preparing high-quality funding papers, A3 briefs, and governance documents. Your coordination will support the successful execution of large-scale water infrastructure initiatives, ensuring projects meet quality, cost, and timeline expectations.

He kōrero mōu | About you

To be successful in this role, you will bring proven experience as a Project Coordinator within infrastructure, water, or construction sectors. Key skills and attributes include:

• Strong understanding of water infrastructure projects and horizontal build environments.
• Knowledge of NZS3910 contracts and their application in large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Experience developing and managing quality project documentation, including funding proposals and governance reporting.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to identify risks and issues and implement proactive solutions.
• Familiarity with P3M3 frameworks, change management, and investment case development.
• Experience in Aconex software would be advantageous.

If you're looking to take the next step in your career and contribute to essential water infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.

Utu ā-tau | Salary

The mid-point of the salary range is $106,789 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $90,771 - $128,147 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.

As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whānau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hōkai Rangi.

We welcome applications from disabled and neurodiverse communities, all cultures, faiths, and rainbow communities, as we appreciate the richness of experience that diversity brings to our organisation. We strive to make our recruitment process fair and inclusive, and we encourage applicants to discuss reasonable accommodation with us if required at careers@corrections.govt.nz.

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

If you have any questions please contact: Tom.Nicholas@corrections.govt.nz

To view the job description, click 'apply' and you will be taken through to our careers site, where you can view this.

To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values. 

Applications close on: Sunday 23rd February

All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered. 

If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit careers.corrections.govt.nz or email our team at  careers@corrections.govt.nz.