Project Manager

Project Manager, Nelson Hospital, Fixed Term Full-time We are excited to offer an opportunity to contribute to the ongoing provision of healthcare in the Top of the South by enabling and driving several facility projects at Nelson Hospital. By joining our small yet impactful delivery team, you will play a vital role in enhancing healthcare services in the region. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders. About the Role In the position of Project Manager, you will collaborate with members of the executive and clinical teams to implement various facility development projects aimed at supporting clinical care in anticipation of the proposed redevelopment of Nelson Hospital. Your role will involve providing leadership, systems, resources, and expertise to ensure the successful coordination and management of these projects. You will be responsible for ensuring sound program and project management practices are in place, with an emphasis on the following: - Projects that are commercially and clinically sound - Effective management of professional services teams and contractors - Maintenance of up-to-date project plans that are baseline tracked - Delivery within approved fiscal budgets - High-quality project and program reporting - Clear identification of dependencies, critical paths, cross-linkages, and constraints between projects, resources, and organizational implementations This is a fixed-term role for 24 months, requiring 80 hours of work per fortnight (1.0 FTE) between the hours of 7:00 AM and 6:30 PM. About the Team/Service/Location Our dedicated team consists of a Programme Manager, Project Coordinator, and the currently vacant Project Manager role. We oversee the majority of facility upgrade projects across the District, with a focus on clinical infrastructure projects. For more information on living and working in Nelson, we encourage you to explore the local opportunities. About You To excel in the Project Manager role, you should have a proven track record in successfully leading and managing complex projects, preferably within a clinical or multifaceted setting. Key qualifications include: - Solid knowledge and experience in risk management, project cost control, contract and subcontractor management, and financial management of projects - Strong qualitative and quantitative analytical skills, along with sound judgment and decision-making capabilities - The ability to influence authentically, think strategically, and build and maintain effective relationships at all levels Candidates must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of application. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to providing excellent healthcare to the people of New Zealand. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce to better understand and serve our community. We welcome applications from diverse groups, including Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply, please click on the "apply now" button. All applications should be submitted through our online careers portal by 03 July 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please reach out to Sonja Rae (Recruitment) at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz or Philippa Smith (Project Manager) at philippa.smith@nmdhb.govt.nz. Job Reference: R1N25-106 We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.