60943 Project Delivery Manager - Plant & Food Research

Project Delivery Manager

Location: Auckland or Christchurch

Permanent Full-time

Be Part of Science That Makes a Difference

As one of two Project Delivery Managers within the Bioeconomy Science Institute, you will play a vital role in delivering infrastructure projects, analysis and reporting that enable world-class science across Aotearoa. Reporting to the National Project Delivery Manager, you will work closely with leaders, researchers, technical experts and external partners to lead the planning, coordination and delivery of complex refurbishment/construction projects that support our strategic priorities. We are seeking an experienced project management professional with proven end-to-end project delivery experience, from project initiation and planning through to implementation, monitoring and closure. You will have a strong eye for detail, excel at providing analytical insights and reporting to support project governance and decision-making, and thrive on solving complex challenges. The ability to manage competing priorities, engage effectively with diverse stakeholders, and consistently deliver successful outcomes is essential.

Why you’ll love working here | Ngā hua o tēnei tūranga

Benefits

At the Bioeconomy Science Institute, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance, including:

• Recharge Generous annual leave provisions, additional wellbeing leave, and paid parental leave benefits.
• Grow Your Career Ongoing learning, development, and career progression opportunities across New Zealand's largest science organisation.
• Flexibility Flexible working arrangements and hybrid working options where appropriate to the role and location.

What you will be doing | Ngā whāinga matua

In This Role, You Will

• Lead the planning, delivery and reporting of large-scale infrastructure projects across the Bioeconomy Science Institute.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, risk and resources to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, contractors, project sponsors and cross-functional teams to support delivery success.
• Drive best-practice project governance, reporting and continuous improvement across project and programme delivery.

What you will bring | Ngā tino pūkenga me ngā wheako

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have

• A recognised project management qualification such as PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP, Agile or equivalent.
• Proven experience delivering large, complex projects, ideally within infrastructure, facilities, property, or similar environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and priorities.
• Demonstrated expertise in project governance, financial management, risk management, coupled with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

About us | Ko wai mātou

AgResearch, Manaaki Whenua – Landcare Research, Plant & Food Research and Scion have joined together to form the Bioeconomy Science Institute. With more than 2,200 people across New Zealand, we're advancing innovation in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, aquaculture, biotechnology and manufacturing while helping protect and enhance our environment.

We are excited about this new chapter and welcome applicants who want to be part of our journey.

Further details about the Bioeconomy Science Institute can be found on our website, watch this Bioeconomy Science Institute short clip.

Ready to Apply? | Kua rite koe ki te tono?

If this opportunity excites you and you believe your skills, experience and perspective would add value to our team, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications close: Wednesday 18 November 2026 at 11:00pm.

Click Apply Now to submit your application and view the link to the Position Description for this role.