Bridges & Structures Portfolio Manager

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A national transport agency in New Zealand seeks a Structures Manager to oversee a multi-million dollar asset portfolio. The role encompasses lifecycle management, safety compliance, and strategic planning for the region's infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in structures asset management and hold a relevant engineering qualification. A competitive salary and benefits, including flexible working arrangements and extensive leave, are offered to the successful candidate.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

5 weeks annual leave

Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Strong experience in structures asset management, lifecycle planning, and programme development.
• Proven ability to manage consultants and contractors for maintenance and renewals.
• Deep knowledge of bridge/structures engineering and design standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure optimal lifecycle management and asset performance of structures portfolio.
• Lead contract administration, strategic investment planning, and risk management for bridges.
• Collaborate with industry leaders for investment opportunities.

Skills

Structures asset management

Lifecycle planning

Programme development

Contract management

Risk assessment

Budget management

Excellent communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in civil or structural engineering

Job description

A national transport agency in New Zealand seeks a Structures Manager to oversee a multi-million dollar asset portfolio. The role encompasses lifecycle management, safety compliance, and strategic planning for the region's infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in structures asset management and hold a relevant engineering qualification. A competitive salary and benefits, including flexible working arrangements and extensive leave, are offered to the successful candidate.