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• Permanent, full time • Position based in   Christchurch . • Given the highly collaborative and stakeholder-focused nature of this role,   you'll   be expected to work from the office approximately four days per week. Shape the future of transport delivery across New Zealand’s largest region We're   delivering one of the most ambitious infrastructure programmes in New Zealand. As Regional Manager Infrastructure Development & Delivery ( South Island ),   you'll   play a pivotal role in ensuring major transport investments move from strategy to successful delivery, while building the partnerships that make progress possible. This is a rare opportunity to lead at the intersection of infrastructure, stakeholder influence, regional leadership, and public impact. As the senior Infrastructure Development & Delivery representative for the   central   and   lower   South Island,   you'll   be the critical link between NZTA, councils, transport partners, infrastructure providers, iwi and hapū, and project teams.   You'll   help unblock challenges, build alignment, influence outcomes, and ensure projects are positioned for success from early development through to delivery. Te   Whiwhinga   mahi | The opportunity This highly influential leadership role sits within Infrastructure Development & Delivery, the group responsible for developing and delivering New Zealand's national land transport capital programme.   You'll   represent NZTA across the   l ower and central   South   Island, ensuring regional priorities, opportunities and challenges are reflected in planning, investment, and delivery decisions. You'll   work across complex programmes and high-profile projects, partnering with senior leaders, regional stakeholders, project sponsors and delivery teams to strengthen relationships, navigate issues, and create the conditions for successful delivery.   You'll   also contribute to long-term infrastructure planning, helping shape a sustainable pipeline of work that supports the future growth and resilience of   the South Island . You may also   have the opportunity to   sponsor significant projects within your region. You will find out more about this role here: Position Description . Key responsibilities include: • Building enduring relationships with councils, infrastructure providers, industry partners,   iwi   and key regional stakeholders • Acting as the senior escalation point for stakeholder issues   impacting   major infrastructure projects • Influencing governance and strategic decision-making across complex transport programmes • Championing regional priorities and bringing the delivery perspective into planning and investment discussions • Supporting the development of a long-term infrastructure pipeline and State Highway Investment Proposal (SHIP) • Leading regional supplier engagement and fostering strong industry partnerships • Representing   NZTA in regional forums, external engagement activities and media opportunities where   required • Driving collaboration,   innovation   and continuous improvement across   NZTA’s project   development and delivery programmes • Project sponsorship, where appropriate . Ko   koe   tēnei   | About you You are a highly credible and influential senior leader with a proven ability to build trust, create alignment, and lead through complexity. You understand how major infrastructure programmes are developed and delivered, and   you're   comfortable operating across governance, stakeholder management, public sector engagement, and strategic planning environments. You will bring the confidence to engage with senior executives, elected members, infrastructure   partners   and project leaders, while   maintaining   a strong focus on outcomes,   relationships   and long-term value for New Zealand. You will bring: • Significant experience   leading relationships with senior stakeholders in complex infrastructure, transport,   utilities   or comparable sectors • Outstanding influencing,   negotiation   and stakeholder management capability • Experience   operating   within governance environments and supporting strategic decision-making • Strong understanding of infrastructure development and delivery programmes , including business cases, design,   consenting   and construction • The ability to   operate   effectively within large, matrixed organisations • Experience working with iwi and hapū, alongside an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to simplify complex issues and influence diverse audiences • A commitment to collaboration, delivery   excellence   and public value. Why join us? This is an opportunity to help shape some of New Zealand's most significant transport investments while influencing the future of   the South Island’s   transport network.   You'll   work alongside talented professionals, partner with industry leaders, and contribute to projects that improve connectivity,   resilience   and outcomes for communities across the region.    You'll be part of an organisation committed to delivering lasting benefits for New Zealand while fostering a culture that values collaboration, courage, innovation and service. What we offer • Leadership opportunity at the forefront of New Zealand's infrastructure programme • Influence over major transport investment and delivery outcomes • Competitive   remuneration   package • Flexible working arrangements • Five weeks annual leave • Professional development and leadership growth opportunities • A chance to make a meaningful impact for future generations of New Zealanders . Me   pēhea   te   tuku   tono   |   How to apply: Please click ‘Apply for this Job’ to upload your CV and cover letter. A can find a copy of the Position Description here. Rā Katinga | Applications close: 16 August 2026 For further information, email: [email protected] To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand. Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process. Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.