Establish the programme to construct a significant asset for the region.Secure funding for a project worth several hundred million dollars.2+ year fixed term position, based in Petone.Join us to take the region's water supply efforts to another level and support future generations. We need a Civil Infrastructure Programme Director to lead the programme that will result in the construction of the Pakuratahi Lakes.The opportunityWellington Water are currently looking for a Senior Leader, Infrastructure Director or Civil Programme Executive that has the proven ability to develop a programme that will result in the construction of a significant and complex asset. The construction of the Pakuratahi Lakes is a key component of our strategy for achieving a sustainable balance between the supply and demand for drinking water for the Wellington metropolitan area.As the Programme Director for the development of Pakuratahi Lakes, you will be responsible for establishing a team of high-performance professionals that are committed to the strategic outcome for the region, and leading that team across all aspects of project and workstream planning, consenting, costing and concept design. You will partner with experts within New Zealand and further abroad to identify best solutions and develop commercial relationships. Importantly, you will need to ensure strong governance and reporting is in place, working collaboratively with our owner councils and community members.About YouThis work programme is essential for our client councils to make long-term infrastructure decisions. To be successful you will have previously seen a large scale long-term civil project for a utility, central or local government, through from budget and business case proposal to construction, and have:Advanced stakeholder engagement skills, including a history of lobbying and building detailed business cases for governance committees and councils to achieve desired funding.Fostered relationships and worked collaboratively with Iwi to apply te ao Maori and holistic approaches to large scale programmes.Experience developing and implementing frameworks and programme models.Previous experience establishing and directing work programmes with multiple civil workstreams.Commercial Procurement and Civil relationship management experience.Leadership experience including developing team structure, culture and scope/size positional requirements.A relevant Civil/Engineering Degree and qualifications within Project Management disciplines.BenefitsAt Wellington Water, our purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; we foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities. We genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.For a full list of our employee benefits, click here.About UsWellington Water is the professional water services provider across Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa. Our job is to provide safe and healthy drinking water, collect and treat wastewater, and ensure the stormwater network is well managed. We're a multi-council owned entity, tasked to manage the infrastructure and deliver water services to our communities.The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at our organisational heart. Our people are passionate about providing water services for our communities and environment which is reflective in our values; Tangata Tiaki, Whanau and Mana.Applications close: 21st November 2024How To ApplyTo apply for the role, click on the "apply" button or visit the Wellington Water Careers site, please note if you are a Wellington Water employee please apply using your work email.For further information, email: ****** will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment with Wellington Water. You must also be legally entitled to work in New Zealand to be considered.
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