Lead Advisor, Infrastructure Delivery

Overview

Provide strategic advisory & delivery leadership for NZ transport infrastructure projects

Key Responsibilities

• strategic advice
• risk management
• stakeholder relations
• performance management
• change management
• business improvement

Tasks

-Lead the preparation of robust, timely advice for NZTA and Ministerial decision-makers, including the NZTA Board -Provide intellectual leadership and analysis of complex issues -Support performance, resource, and change management initiatives that enable high-performing teams -Act as a trusted advisor to the National Manager, Infrastructure Delivery, providing high-quality advice across a wide range of delivery issues -Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support delivery outcomes -Proactively identify and manage delivery risks and opportunities, driving business improvements aligned with NZTA strategy

Requirements

• commercial acumen
• 15 years
• delivery excellence
• strong communication
• fast-paced
• tertiary qualification

What You Bring

-Strong commercial acumen -Minimum 15 years of experience in advisory roles and delivery roles -Experience in both public and private sector settings is welcome – we value diverse perspectives -A hands-on approach to delivery excellence and providing high quality outputs, with experience successfully identifying and driving delivery improvements -Strong written and oral communication skills, including extensive experience preparing a wide range of written outputs, including reports, briefings and presentations -Proven ability to work in complex, fast-paced environments and deliver results, adept at prioritisation and workflow management -Relevant tertiary qualifications.

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Benefits

-Competitive salary and benefits package. -5 weeks annual leave and an Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance scheme available for all permanent employees. -Flexible working arrangements

About Nz Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

-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.

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