Project Manager

Position Overview

We are collaborating with a top-tier mining asset owner to recruit a Project Manager responsible for leading environmental approvals and consenting projects at a major operational site in Invercargill, New Zealand. This role entails overseeing consultant-led studies, technical experts, and internal teams to ensure timely, budget-compliant, and governance-aligned project delivery. The position requires on-site presence from Monday to Friday with relocation to Invercargill expected if necessary.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of environmental consent renewal initiatives along with associated technical studies, managing the process from initial planning through to government submission and approval.
• Oversee project operations pertinent to Air Discharge and Water Discharge consent schemes.
• Coordinate and manage third-party consultants, environmental experts, regulatory advisors, and internal stakeholders to meet project goals effectively.
• Maintain comprehensive project schedules, budgets, risk and action registers, and reporting mechanisms.
• Handle consultant contracts including defining scopes, monitoring deliverables, assessing performance, and managing commercial administration.
• Organize and lead project meetings, technical workshops, stakeholder communications, and periodic progress assessments.
• Evaluate consultant outputs, technical documents, and reports for adherence to quality standards and compliance criteria.
• Track project metrics such as performance, costs, risks, milestones, and deliverables, providing prompt and precise status reports to leadership and stakeholders.
• Manage invoicing, budget monitoring, and overall financial controls related to project cost management on a monthly basis.
• Ensure all project tasks comply with relevant governance frameworks, regulatory standards, and organizational policies.

Candidate Profile

• Holds an appropriate tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Engineering, Project Management, Planning, or a closely related field.
• Brings 5 to 10 years of experience in roles involving project management, environmental management, engineering, planning, or related disciplines.
• Proven track record in delivering projects focused on environmental issues, infrastructure, regulatory compliance, or resource consenting.
• Skilled at managing multidisciplinary teams of external consultants and contractors.
• Demonstrates robust project management skills, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, progress reporting, risk mitigation, and governance adherence.
• Experienced in contract administration and consultant engagement management.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, facilitation, and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong analytical capabilities and organizational aptitude to juggle multiple priorities and competing project demands.
• Experience with environmental programs related to landfill, waste management, or other compliance-based projects is a distinct advantage.

Benefits

• Join an international company with a significant local presence.
• Take a pivotal role in a substantial environmental approvals program involving seven crucial consents set for renewal through 2030/31.
• Engage with a wide variety of environmental, regulatory, and technical initiatives within a complex operational setting.
• Collaborate with seasoned professionals across environmental science, engineering, and project management disciplines.
• Enhance leadership and stakeholder engagement skills contributing to projects vital to the site’s continued operations and future compliance approvals.

Equal Opportunity Statement

This organization welcomes applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds including Indigenous peoples, women, LGBTI+ community members, mature workers, persons with disabilities, and various cultural and religious groups. The employer is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace with equal opportunity for all.