Project Manager (Transport)

He angituutanga: The opportunity 

Are you ready to lead impactful infrastructure projects that shape the city’s growth and resilience? We're seeking a Project Manager to join our high‑performing Design & Deliver team. With over 60 passionate professionals, we’re driving the delivery of critical transportation infrastructure that supports our vibrant and growing community.

From new transport infrastructure to upgrades of existing transport infrastructure, you’ll ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to a consistently high standard. To succeed, you’ll bring proven experience delivering transport‑focused projects.

• As a Transportation Project Manager, you’ll lead a diverse portfolio of Transport projects across Hamilton including local roads, pedestrian safety infrastructure, public transport infrastructure, intersection upgrades and other transport improvements.   

We're looking for someone with the following skills, experience, and attitude:

• Previous experience in a Project Management role, ideally supported by a tertiary qualification in Project Management and/or Civil Engineering, and preferably with Project Management accreditation (e.g., Prince2 or PMP).
• Strong understanding and experience in programme, financial, and risk management.
• Demonstrated success managing small, medium, and/or large‑scale (million‑dollar+) capital delivery projects.
• Confidence engaging and collaborating with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
• A strong work ethic, balanced with a commitment to positive team culture and collegiality.
• A genuine team player - this is essential.

Oo puumanawa me oo wheako | Your skills and experience

• Intermediate level of Microsoft Office skills and other business systems (example)

He aha te wariu o te utu kaimahi? | What’s the salary? 

Circa $115k - $125k dependent on skills and experience.

Ngaa waahi whakarato painga kei a maatou: What we offer 

• Flexible by choice; an award-winning flexible working policy.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Two Wellbeing days per year.
• Free health insurance through Unimed including hospital/surgery grade cover and discounted. membership rates for family members.
• Free annual health checks and flu vaccination.
• Ability to purchase additional annual leave.
• Eye testing/glasses cost reimbursement.
• Discounted purchases from local businesses; gym memberships, cafes, dentists, hairdressers and many more.

Me Tono Inaaianei!: Apply Now! 

• View the position description.
• Click apply
• ​Complete your application.

If you wish to include a cover letter with your application, please combine this in the same file as your resume and upload as a PDF file. Alternatively, you can use the 'Write a message to the Hiring Team' text box.

Applications close on the: 12 May 2026

Note: We will be shortlisting as we receive applications.

Council is committed to honouring the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi through its relationship with Kiingitanga, Waikato Tainui, mana whenua and maataa waka within Hamilton Kirikiriroa.

All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role. View more information about these checks, our commitment to the Privacy act and details for international applicants by clicking here

It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met.

As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings.

This role is being sourced directly. If/where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact.