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Location: Timaru Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Why this is an amazing opportunity Take ownership of multi-million-dollar contracts and drive real impact Lead performance, innovation, and resilience across NZ’s state highways Join a national team that values your expertise and invests in your growth Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity Step into a pivotal leadership role where you’ll manage the Integrated Delivery Contract (IDC) for your region—overseeing contract administration, compliance, and programme delivery for some of New Zealand’s most critical infrastructure. You’ll drive contractor performance, foster collaborative supplier relationships, and deliver value-for-money outcomes that keep our state highways safe, resilient, and future-ready. You’ll be the go-to expert for contract management, technical oversight, and emergency response, with the autonomy to make a real difference. Find out more about the role here: Position Description Ko koe tēnei | About you You’re a contract management specialist with: Demonstrated experience managing complex infrastructure maintenance contracts (NZS3917/3910 preferred) Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills Proven ability to drive contractor performance and implement improvement plans Deep understanding of asset management, maintenance practices, and health & safety Financial management expertise, including forecasting and value assessment Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Tertiary qualification in engineering, quantity surveying, infrastructure management, project management, or related field (or equivalent experience) A current and valid NZ Driver’s Licence Mō mātou | About Us At Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, we’re committed to delivering great outcomes for New Zealanders—now and for the future. Our Maintenance and Operations team keeps the transport system safe, reliable, and optimised, ensuring people and freight can move efficiently every day. We value collaboration, courage, and wellbeing in everything we do. Ka whiwhi koe i te aha | What you will get in return You’ll join a team that values wellbeing, collaboration, and courage. We offer: A competitive salary and benefits package Flexible working arrangements (role dependent) 5 weeks annual leave Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance for all permanent employees Appointment at a salary between 131,000–175,000 of band, commensurate with skills and experience The chance to lead contracts with budgets up to $130M+ and make your mark on NZ’s transport future. Along with these benefits, you’ll be part of an organisation that is committed to making a difference for New Zealanders. Ready to step up and lead the future of NZ’s state highway maintenance? We’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join a team that’s going places. Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply: Please click apply to upload your CV and cover letter detailing your suitability for the role. Rā Katinga | Applications close: 18 January 2026 For further information, email: careers@nzta.govt.nz To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand. Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process. Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time. Ko wai mātou | About us At Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, it all starts with our people. The organisation's performance and success depends on the people who choose to make this a great place to work and make a difference for Aotearoa. Waka Kotahi has a strong future focus, understanding that new technologies and changing customer expectations mean the transport system we know today will not be the one we deliver in ten years time.