Senior Project Manager, (Fixed Term)

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Bring your project management skills to lead a project to pilot car park charging to improve financial sustainability and visitor experience.
• $95,706 - $128,271 pro-rata depending on skills and experience.
• Fixed term, 18-months, Christchurch or other South Island location.

Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa |Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature spaces and species across Aotearoa.

Tangata whenua are inextricably linked to the whenua and te taiao, and we desire a future where whānau, hapū and iwi can thrive in their role as rangatira and kaitiaki.

Tō tātou taiāo. Tō tātou hītori. He tāonga tūturu nō Aotearoa. Maioha rawatia. Poipoia rawatia. Tukua.

Our nature. Our history. It's New Zealand's unique legacy. Enjoy it. Enrich it. Pass it on.

He angitūtanga | About the role

How would you like to significantly impact how DOC collects revenue, manages visitor pressure and supports conservation efforts? DOC  has a unique opportunity to lead an exciting project aimed at improving the financial sustainability of its visitor network.

As the Senior Project Manager, you will be at the forefront of scoping, designing, and delivering the Paid Parking Pilot project, ensuring it is completed on schedule and within budget. You will conduct research and work with stakeholders to design revenue collection and demand management tools for piloting at three busy car parks. You'll lead the evaluation of the pilot and develop an implementation plan for charging at other sites. This position will require travel approximately six to eight times per year.

The position will be focussed on:

• developing and managing the project management plan and processes to deliver the paid parking pilot
• performing commercial analysis to evaluate options, including technology solutions, and monitoring and assessing the results
• managing relationships and engagement with internal and external stakeholders
• managing project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively
• identifying and mitigating risks to ensure successful project delivery
• working with operations teams to implement paid parking on-site, refining solutions as needed, and transitioning to business-as-usual operations.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

If you have most of the following, we are keen to hear from you:

• Proven ability to lead complex projects from inception through to successful execution, with a solid understanding of project management methodologies and processes.
• Strong experience in contract management and the capability to oversee procurement processes are essential.
• Excellent commercial and financial acumen, with experience in testing approaches to increase revenue and evaluating results.
• Outstanding skills in building and maintaining relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic solutions and conduct in-depth analysis.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft ministerial memos and updates for senior leadership.
• A current full New Zealand driver license.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of New Zealand's recreation and tourism sectors along with understanding of visitor management.

Mō te tīma | About the team

The Heritage and Visitors Directorate is responsible for DOC's systems and investment strategy for all visitor experiences and historic heritage programmes. The Experience Management and Commercial Team, which includes this role, is responsible for the product management of great visitor experiences and improving DOC's financial outcomes. We are a future-focused, data-driven team passionate about continuous improvement, with a collaborative culture where everyone is driven to make a difference.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What's in it for you?

DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow.  We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default. 

You can learn more about what we offer here.

Tono ināianei | Apply now

If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.

Apply online via the DOC Careers Centre with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai.

The salary range for this position is $95,706 - $128,271 pro-rata with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.

Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: Unsolicited CVs will not be accepted.

Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Friday, 13 December 2024.

Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, contact Carly Strausberg, cstrausberg@doc.govt.nz

Taupānga | Job reference: DOC/1832558