Scheduling Principal Specialist

Overview

This is a permanent, full-time position based at any main NZ Transport Agency office across New Zealand. The role centers on transforming complex project schedules into clear, actionable plans, delivering robust confidence through meticulous planning. You'll play a pivotal role in supporting major infrastructure projects by enhancing schedule robustness, forecasting accuracy, and risk visibility.

Key Responsibilities

As the Scheduling Principal Specialist, you will lead scheduling best practices across large projects and programmes. You'll provide expert advice, assurance, and coaching to project teams and senior stakeholders. Working closely with project controls, risk, and delivery professionals, you will pinpoint critical path risks, enhance forecasting reliability, and support better decision-making through insightful schedule analysis.

Candidate Profile

This position is suited for professionals experienced in project controls or scheduling who appreciate how strong planning, forecasting, and critical path evaluation underpin successful project delivery. Familiarity with Primavera software is beneficial but not mandatory.

Candidate Requirements

• Broad experience in project scheduling and project controls
• In-depth knowledge of critical path methodology and schedule risk management
• Proven ability to develop and validate complex infrastructure project schedules
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on forecasting accuracy
• Effectiveness in communicating complex scheduling data to both technical and non-technical audiences
• A collaborative nature with enthusiasm for capability development within teams

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to delivery outcomes of nationally significant infrastructure projects
• Elevate scheduling maturity and enhance confidence in forecasting across NZTA
• Collaborate with experienced infrastructure and delivery professionals
• Benefit from a national role with flexibility to be located in any NZTA office

Additional Information

Candidates must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand. NZ Transport Agency is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, providing a supportive work environment. Please inform the recruitment team if accommodations are needed during the application process. Note that applications may be shortlisted as received, and early applications are encouraged. The final application deadline is 30 August 2026.