Team Leader Contract Management - Transport

Team Leader Contract Management - Transport E ngā iwi, e ngā karangatanga huri noa i te motu, tēnei te mihi atu ki a koutou katoa. He īnoi tēnei ki a koe. Tono mai ki tētahi tūnga ki te Kaunihera o Ōtautahi About the team | Ko te rōpū nei Our Professional & Technical Services Unit provides specialist in‑house survey, design, environmental planning and project delivery expertise for Council. We are committed to delivering sustainable, resilient, innovative and cost-effective infrastructure solutions while maintaining high professional standards and fostering strong partnerships with our business partners. The Contract Management function provides Contract Administration and Supervision for the Council's capital works infrastructure programme and is split into three teams, Three Waters, Transport, and Open Spaces. We are looking for a Team Leader in the Transport space. About the role | Ko te mahi nei In this pivotal position, you will lead the delivery of internal and professional contract management services, ensuring the team provides robust technical advice, contract administration and on-site supervision and consistent high-quality outcomes. You'll bring your technical expertise to ensure all projects adhere to industry standards, deliver best‑value outcomes, and support long-term asset performance. Working closely with Project Managers, Contract Managers, consultants, and contractors, you will help ensure every project is delivered on scope, on time, and to expectation.

Your responsibilities include:

Inspiring, developing, and empowering a high‑performing technical team Monitoring and allocating team and individual workloads to ensure wellbeing and balance is maintained Providing expert advice and mentorship on complex engineering projects to individual staff and wider project teams Driving best practice, collaboration, and innovation across council teams and external partners Ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest technical standards Review and evaluate tender documentation to pre-empt onsite construction issues Building strong relationships with consultants, government agencies, and stakeholders Contributing to long‑term planning, policy development, and city‑shaping strategic work About you | Ko Koe Tēnei You're an inclusive and confident leader who brings out the best in others. You build strong relationships, communicate with clarity, and navigate complex environments with professionalism and sound judgement. You thrive on collaboration, guide teams through challenges, and create a positive, high‑performance culture where people feel supported to grow, innovate, and deliver quality outcomes.

You also bring with you:

A relevant tertiary or postgraduate qualification, with a minimum of 10 years' post‑graduate experience and at least three years in a similar role within a large or complex organisation Proven experience developing, mentoring, and leading people Strong capability in consultation and relationship management with internal and external stakeholders