About the Role | Mō te tūnga
We’re on the lookout for an experienced Senior Project Manager with a background in potable water infrastructure to join our high-performing Canterbury-based team.

You’ll lead the delivery of critical water infrastructure projects from concept to completion, ensuring work is completed on time, on budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.

This role includes managing a team of project engineers and site supervisors, overseeing the delivery of drinking water renewals, treatment plant upgrades, township supply networks, and more.

You’ll be responsible for:

  • Full project lifecycle delivery from scope development to commissioning
  • Leading and mentoring a capable, multi-disciplinary team
  • Managing budgets, timelines, resources, and subcontractor performance
  • Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards
  • Building trusted relationships with clients, consultants, and community stakeholders

What You’ll Bring | Ko ngā pūkenga ōu
We’re looking for a Senior Project Manager with a solid history of delivering water infrastructure projects. While a tertiary qualification in civil engineering or a related field is an advantage, it’s your hands-on experience and results that matter most to us.

You’ll stand out if you:

  • Have at least 10 years’ experience in the civil construction sector, particularly in potable water infrastructure
  • Know how to lead teams and manage subcontractors across multiple active worksites
  • Bring firsthand knowledge of drinking water systems, including renewals and treatment plant upgrades
  • Understand regulatory requirements and local authority processes
  • Stay calm under pressure, solve problems quickly, and lead with purpose
  • Build strong working relationships and communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
  • Champion a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement

If you’re someone who takes ownership, leads from the front, and delivers what you say you will, we want to hear from you. For the right candidate, we offer relocation assistance to ensure a smooth and stress-free move.

What we bring | He aha ta tatou kawe mai

  • Career opportunities with support from experienced mentors
  • Increased KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones
  • Birthday leave after 1 year, retail discounts and a great working culture!
  • Varied, meaningful work that makes a difference to the community
  • Be part of an innovative, trusted company with a strong pipeline of future-focused projects.

Our values | Ngā Uaratanga

Trustworthy | Whakawhirinaki – People You Can Rely On
Teamwork | Mahi Tahi – People Who Work Together
Guardianship | Kaitiakitanga – People Who Protect Our Place

How to apply | Me pēhea te tono

To apply, click on the ‘Apply Now’ link. Or email your CV and Cover Letter to recruit@corde.nz.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Note: CORDE Ltd will not consider unsolicited applications or contact from recruitment agencies for this vacancy. If recruitment support is needed, we will reach out to our trusted agencies.