Nz Transport Agency Waka Kotahi
Oversees transport networks, manages infrastructure, and improves road safety across New Zealand.
9 days ago
$222,443 - $271,875
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
Office Full-Time
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
commercial management
procurement strategy
risk analysis
cost control
supply chain
contract negotiation
Lead the design and implementation of best practice commercial management across significant projects, driving best commercial outcomes while overseeing risk profiles. This permanent role is based in Wellington within the NZ Transport Agency (Waka Kotahi), the delivery authority for major infrastructure such as Roads of National Significance.
The Commercial Delivery Lead will be embedded in project teams, shaping commercial strategy, procurement, risk and contingency management, value engineering, supply-chain development and benefit realisation. The position requires senior leadership of commercial workstreams throughout the Pre-Implementation and Implementation phases to ensure scope, cost and value-for-money outcomes.
- Design and implement best‑practice commercial management on major projects.
- Lead commercial workstreams for pre‑implementation and implementation phases.
- Develop programme commercial strategies covering procurement, risk, value engineering and benefit realisation.
- Ensure delivery of scope, cost targets and value‑for‑money outcomes.
- Provide senior leadership and direction to project teams and external stakeholders.
- Manage supply‑chain development and economic efficiency across programmes.
- Negotiate contracts, resolve disputes and oversee high‑volume contract administration (NZ 3910/Alliance).
- Apply risk identification, analysis and quantification to commercial decisions.
- Lead cross‑functional investment capabilities including economics, finance and business case development.
- Mentor and sustain high‑performing commercial teams in a complex, matrix environment.
Requirements
commercial
nz 3910
risk
negotiation
leadership
contract management
The successful candidate will have extensive commercial and contractual experience in complex civil-infrastructure delivery, strong commercial acumen, and proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary investment capabilities (economics, procurement, finance, business case). Experience with NZ 3910/Alliance contracts or equivalents, risk quantification, contract negotiation, dispute resolution and high‑volume contract management is essential.
Benefits
The salary range is $222,443‑$271,875, commensurate with experience, and the package includes five weeks of annual leave plus life, income protection and critical‑illness insurance for permanent staff.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
11,000 km
Road Network
Manages a vast network spanning thousands of kilometers to support transportation needs.
- Committed to enhancing transport systems for safer and more sustainable roads.
- Key focus on improving safety, reducing congestion, and supporting economic growth.
- Works on high-impact projects like highway upgrades, bridge construction, and public transport systems.
- Partners with local councils, contractors, and government bodies to drive transport innovation.
- Focus on long-term projects, including future-proofing infrastructure for urban and rural areas.
- Committed to integrating new technologies, like electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Culture + Values
- We are here to improve people’s lives through transport.
- We embrace diversity of thought and are open to new ideas.
- We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for everyone.
- We work collaboratively and communicate openly.
- We make decisions based on evidence, data, and facts.
- We are accountable for our actions and outcomes.
- We act with integrity and are guided by strong ethics.
Environment + Sustainability
35% reduction target
Emissions reduction goal by 2025
Aims to significantly lower transport-related emissions to support climate goals.
10% reduction achieved
Carbon emissions reduction in 2020
Demonstrates progress toward long-term sustainability objectives with measurable results.
- Committed to becoming a net-zero carbon organization by 2050.
- Promotes electric vehicles and sustainable transport options.
- Focus on sustainability extends to procurement, encouraging eco-friendly products and practices.
Inclusion & Diversity
43% Workforce
Women Representation
WomenCurrently account for about half of NZTA’s workforce, reflecting progress toward gender equality.
50% Leadership Goal
Gender Diversity Target
Aiming for balanced gender representation in senior roles within the next four years.
- Focus on increasing gender diversity across all levels.
- Policies implemented to support gender equality and ensure balanced representation in leadership roles.