Property Delivery Manager (Wellington) at New Zealand Government

Job Overview Apply for Property Delivery Manager (Wellington) at the New Zealand Government in Wellington City, N, NZ. This full‑time on‑site position offers great opportunities for career growth and includes a permanent role plus five weeks’ annual leave and insurance benefits. Our Opportunity As a Property Delivery Manager, you will be instrumental in driving property acquisitions and divestments within the Market Delivery Team. Your focus will be on converting opportunities into successful projects through robust business cases, strategic negotiations, and effective stakeholder engagement. You will lead projects to meet deadlines and reporting requirements, monitor progress to ensure accurate data capture, milestone compliance and risk mitigation, influence internal and external parties, and support senior management in portfolio risk and reporting. Key Responsibilities Lead complex commercial and residential projects, including new builds, to secure high‑value property opportunities. Drive strategic negotiations and partnerships with developers and key stakeholders. Lead projects to meet deadlines and reporting requirements, monitoring progress to ensure accurate data capture, milestone compliance and risk mitigation. Influence internal and external parties to resolve delays and keep delivery on track, on time and within budget. Ensure all transactions adhere to internal processes and statutory obligations, including Rights of First Refusal, tax, accounting and legal requirements. Support the Senior Property Delivery Manager in managing portfolio risk and reporting, collaborating across Kainga Ora business groups to align expectations and outcomes. Maintain office presence at least three full days a week to support collaboration and team connection. What you will bring Tertiary qualification in property, business, management or finance, or equivalent experience in the commercial property sector. Proven experience in property negotiations and successful transactions across commercial and residential sectors, including new builds. Strong background in working with developers and navigating the commercial property market. Demonstrated success in business development and stakeholder relationship management, including engagement with Iwi and Māori organisations. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to represent the organisation professionally. Commercial acumen and financial literacy, with awareness of property market trends, financing options and government procurement practices. Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast‑paced environment, managing risk and compliance effectively. Full, current clean New Zealand driver’s licence. What’s in it for you We offer competitive salaries, five weeks’ annual leave and a benefits package including a range of insurances, flexible working arrangements and career development. As a Kainga Ora – Homes and Communities employee, we provide a supportive environment aimed at work‑life balance and personal and career development through on‑the‑job learning, training courses, secondments and study opportunities. How to Apply To view the position description and apply for this role, please follow the online process via the Kainga Ora careers website. Applications close on Friday, 17 July 2026 at 11:55pm. For questions, contact [email protected]. We value diversity We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference brings to the organisation. #J-18808-Ljbffr