MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders. Discover a career with purpose at MBIE. Use your substantial property and project experience to deliver a system-wide office accommodation solution, delivering benefits and cost savings for the system. 6 month fixed term, Wellington based position. Salary based on experience $179,391 - $269,087. Tenei turanga - About the Role: The Government Property Group is accountable for the strategic leadership of the government's office accommodation portfolio and provisioning for the centralisation of components of the government's property function. A project has been initiated to optimise Wellington government office accommodation and to achieve savings for the Crown. We are looking for a Project Director with substantial project and property management experience and property system credibility to deliver this critical, agency-facing project. As the Project Director, you will demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the importance of strategic planning, financial analysis, agency engagement and will ensure that robust project methodologies are followed, decisions are documented, and risks and issues are managed appropriately. You will provide expert-level property subject matter expertise, ensuring portfolio planning and leasing strategies are robust, and the project operates with transparency and well-reasoned logic. This role manages a small team of senior property specialists to achieve and demonstrate realisation of the savings. MBIE supports a wide range of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about what might work for both you and us. Nga pukenga me nga wheako e hiahiatia ana - Skills and Experience Required: Considerable project management experience (10-15 years +) and knowledge of project management disciplines and proven delivery of significant strategic property portfolio management projects. Senior-level experience successfully managing a large project of activity, including working effectively across agencies/organisations. Comprehensive understanding of the Public Sector environment and a demonstrated understanding of policy and regulatory processes, including Government decision-making and operating procedures, and the experience to bring both policy and operational perspectives to bear on the project. Intuition for the most significant challenges facing the office accommodation project and an ability to simplify complex problems and concepts and translate high-level policy objectives and vision statements into actionable advice and outcomes. Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to quickly earn the trust and confidence of senior government officials, ministers and industry stakeholders. Able to navigate high levels of ambiguity and use judgement and experience to identify priorities. Use experience and judgement to shape the future policy agenda and priorities, identify work project gaps, delivery risks and other issues and ensure effective and timely intervention. Influence at very senior levels, both within government and within industry, enabled by a strong understanding of the priorities for each and the dynamics at play. Harness diverse perspectives and bring people together to work towards a shared purpose. Get things done, maintain momentum for the project and have a clear focus on achieving results as a pragmatic, decisive leader. Communicate and persuade using a range of oral, written and visual mediums in diverse situations. Considerable experience interfacing with governance and advisory committees. Must have legal right to live and work in NZ. How to Apply: Click here to view a position description. All applications must be submitted via our online process and include a Cover Letter and CV outlining your interest and suitability for the role. Email Monica Chow at quoting ref MBIE/15592 if you have any further questions. Applications close at 5pm on Wednesday, 28 August. Applicants will be progressed as they apply, so if this sounds like you, please apply now! #J-18808-Ljbffr
