Associate Director | WGN

HelloTSA Riley is a global project consultancy of close to 1,000 experts. Our people have experience across the full lifecycle of projects and asset portfolios - from planning to delivery and optimisation. We partner with public and private asset owners to support them to navigate the critical decisions that shape property and infrastructure projects.Our purpose is to help our clients and communities realise the transformative power of their built assets: At TSA Riley, a road is more than asphalt, it's how people get home to their families. A school provides more than an education, it's where students set the direction for their future. We are committed to creating positive impact - creating spaces and places where people connect, learn, live, heal, protect, shop, work, and travel.TSA Riley has offices in Australia, New Zealand, South-East Asia, and the United Kingdom. Across our locations we aim to inspire, support and empower you to grow and thrive.Our industry-leading benefits, diverse growth opportunities, engaging social activities, award-winning learning and development programmes and comprehensive Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives are designed to support you at every stage of your career journey.Our values guide how we work together as a unified team, with different strengths, but one shared mission.We win together, collaborate openly, learn from each other and succeed as one global team.We own it, always, act with integrity and take responsibility to deliver with purpose.We focus on what matters, striving for high standards to create meaningful, lasting and sustainable impact.We are curious, embrace agility and change, explore ideas, and turn our curiosity into progress.Please visit us at tsariley.com to learn more about our story.About The RoleWe're looking for an Associate Director to assist in leading complex projects, grow client relationships, and shape the future of TSA Riley in Wellington.We’re growing! Off the back of several recent project wins and a strong pipeline across the lower North Island, we’re looking for an experienced and motivated project professional to join our expanding Wellington team. This is a rare opportunity to influence the future direction of our Wellington office and play a leadership role in one of Aotearoa’s most respected client-side consultancies.In This Pivotal Role, You WillLead significant projects - drive the success of high-impact projects across a diverse range of sectors.Lead, mentor and develop talent - guide and inspire our talented team, fostering growth and excellence.Be active in business development, expanding our business and building strong client relationships.Collaborate with our wider TSA Riley team - connect with our nationwide and international team of project consultants to deliver exceptional outcomes and make a significant impact.Key Responsibilities IncludeLeading the delivery of complex capital works projects, acting as Project Director and Engineer to the Contract (EtC)Managing key stakeholder relationships and representing TSA at steering committee and PCG levelOverseeing procurement, contract administration (NZS3910, NZS3916), and project governanceMonitoring project budgets, risk, cost-to-completionLeading and promoting health & safety culture and complianceProviding leadership and mentorship to develop capability across the Wellington teamSupporting new business development and contributing to strategic regional growthAbout YouA relevant tertiary qualification in construction, architecture, or engineering15+ years’ experience in the New Zealand construction industry, with strong project delivery credentialsExperienced in either property or horizontal infrastructure or bothPrevious consultancy or client-side experience, ideally across multiple sectorsA demonstrated ability to maintain industry relationships and seek out opportunitiesProven people leadership capability and a genuine interest in leading, mentoring and developing othersYou may currently be in a Project Director role looking to step up to a new challengeExcellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills — a trusted advisor to clientsThe ability to set priorities, manage complexity, and deliver results under pressureWhy choose TSA Riley?Your TSA Riley career promises personal growth, professional excellence, and a welcoming, inclusive workplace.Here's Why Joining TSA Riley Is a Great Choice We are a certified 'Great Place To Work': This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to fostering a positive, fair, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture. Award-winning learning and development: We're proud to set the standard for excellence and innovation in professional development. In 2023, we were awarded the 'Best Learning and Development Program' at the HR Awards, Australia as well as finalists in the same category in the HRNZ Awards. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI): We lead the industry with our comprehensive DEI program, and were finalists in the 'Best Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program' HR Awards category in 2023. Hybrid working: Work-life balance is essential, and we understand that life happens. We offer hybrid working arrangements (beyond working-from-home) and create opportunities for in-office collaboration whenever possible. Comprehensive benefits, rewards and recognition: Our benefits programme goes beyond the ordinary. We provide exceptional support, growth opportunities, recognition, and rewards, including discounts and perks. As well as generous parental leave, we offer community service leave, defence forces leave, ‘recharge days’ and public holiday swaps. Career growth and opportunity: Joining us means opening the door to incredible career opportunities. We operate in a diverse range of sectors, and our services include project management, cost management, advisory, Environment, Social & Governance (ESG), and asset management. We encourage your engagement with thought leadership, industry memberships and events, and within TSA Riley, your involvement with our DEI, and cultural awareness initiatives. Excellent digital systems and tools: We prioritise productivity, connectivity and cyber security across our technology to stay at the forefront of our industry.This commitment ensures that you have the tools and resources necessary to excel and focus on what you do best.At TSA Riley We Celebrate Diversity And Welcome Individuals From All Backgrounds. We Are Committed To Creating An Accessible, Inclusive And Equitable Workplace. Please Contact Our People & Culture Team (via People@tsariley.nz To Share your pronouns and/or preferred name. Request accommodations or assistance during the recruitment process. Provide any other information to support your TSA Riley recruitment experience.