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NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi
1,001 – 5,000 Employees
ConstructionConsultingLogistics
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is a New Zealand government agency working across logistics, consulting, and construction to manage the transport system and improve road safety and access to transport services. Its work includes digital tools such as an app for driver licence and vehicle information, online services for licensing and tolls, and public safety initiatives. The agency also plans and invests in transport infrastructure spanning roads, cycling, and public transport.
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NZTA Professional Services Contract Manager

Manage NZTA’s professional services contracts for state highway maintenance across New Zealand. Coordinate suppliers, compliance, expenditure, risk and nationwide delivery.

NZNew ZealandHybridFull-timeMiddleSeniorEnglish RequiredManager

Description

  • Provide six-month parental leave cover in the National Contracts team within Asset and Operations
  • Manage a varied portfolio of professional services contracts that supports maintenance delivery through the Integrated Delivery Model
  • Administer contracts in line with Consultancy Contract Conditions, contract documents and NZTA requirements
  • Prepare contractual correspondence, consultant notices, service orders and variations
  • Assess payment information and track approvals, expenditure, commitments and contract changes
  • Work with local NZTA teams to understand programmes, priorities and resource needs
  • Coordinate supplier availability, resource allocation and onboarding of suitably qualified personnel
  • Track spending against approved allocations and support value-for-money decisions
  • Communicate with suppliers and internal stakeholders, resolving issues and escalating them when needed
  • Identify delivery, resourcing, commercial and procurement risks, and support steps to address them
  • Track supplier performance through PACE and coordinate improvement actions
  • Keep complete, accurate and audit-ready contract records
  • Coordinate monthly reporting on costs, progress, risks, resourcing and supplier performance
  • Introduce improvements to contract performance, coordination and efficiency
  • Serve as Principal’s Representative under NZTA’s Consultancy Contract Conditions

Requirements

  • Experience managing professional services, consultancy, infrastructure or similar contracts
  • Ability to interpret contract documents and follow established contractual processes
  • Experience preparing professional correspondence, contract notices, service orders, variations or similar documents
  • Strong administrative skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to maintain complete and reliable records
  • Ability to coordinate multiple activities, approvals and deadlines
  • Proactive, self-directed approach to managing workload with limited day-to-day supervision
  • Confidence collaborating with local NZTA teams, suppliers and technical specialists
  • Sound judgement to identify risks, resolve routine issues and escalate matters appropriately
  • Understanding of procurement, delegated authority and value-for-money requirements, or ability to learn them quickly
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills
  • Confidence using reports, forecasts and contract records to support decisions
  • Willingness to learn about Te Ao Māori, promote tikanga and te reo Māori, and understand Te Tiriti o Waitangi in the public service
  • Legal right to live and work in New Zealand

Benefits

  • Flexible work-from-home arrangements under NZTA policy
  • Supportive, flexible national team
  • Access to experienced colleagues for advice, support and knowledge sharing
  • Opportunity to expand contract management experience and strengthen commercial judgement
  • Exposure to local NZTA teams, technical specialists, commercial and procurement colleagues, and professional services suppliers
  • Commitment to equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion
  • Recruitment support and access accommodations available

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