Project Manager - Space Utilisation

• Project Management (MAN)
• University Services
• Palmerston North

US_PMMAN_1085_12/23
University Services
Term length: fixed-term
Hours of work: full-time

Position Overview

For more than 85 years, Massey University has helped shape the lives and communities of people in New Zealand and around the world. Its forward-thinking spirit, research-led teaching, and cutting-edge discoveries make Massey New Zealand's defining university.

The University Services portfolio is responsible for leading Estates Management across the University.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced Project Manager to join our Transformation Team (as part of Estates) on the Manawatū Campus, in Palmerston North.  This role is focused on space utilisation, decanting spaces, fitout, relocations, disposals and associated minor works projects.

This role plays an important part in a team dedicated to delivering activity related to our accelerated transformation initiatives.
You will have exceptional planning, organization and communication skills. The ability to coach and influence internal and external stakeholders, and build constructive working relationships will be fundamental to this role.

You’ll bring with you:
•    Experience in managing property/minor capital projects.
•    A proven track record that demonstrates your ability to manage a wide range of projects of varying size.
•    Demonstrated ability to act as the project’s ‘client representative’.
•    The ability to maintain focus on critical work standards and high expectations.
•    Formal professional or trade qualification.

What’s in it for you? 
•    The chance to work on some interesting pieces of work. A mix of alterations and refurbishments!
•    Up to 6.75% employer contribution to the UniSaver Superannuation Scheme.
•    Five university holidays per year in addition to your annual leave.
•    Subsidised Southern Cross Healthcare plan for you and your family.
•    Discounted membership to our fully equipped recreation centre and gym facilities.
•    Access to a wonderful on-Campus crèche /day care facilities for dependents of staff.
•    Comprehensive professional development and training programme.
•    University staff study provisions.

If you really enjoy bringing ideas to life and would like to join our team of six, please apply now!

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