Technical Lead - Geospatial

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Our public sector client arelooking for a Technical Lead (Technical Delivery Manager) with strong GIS domain knowledge to lead complex geospatial initiatives on a 16-18 mo. Fixed Term assignment. In this role, you'll coordinate across vendors, ICT teams, and stakeholders to deliver key projects, including cloud migration of ArcGIS, mapping enhancements for CAD, and a new application. You will operate as a technical leader, evaluating solutions and guiding project delivery in a fast-paced, product-oriented environment. Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of geospatial initiatives Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors Manage delivery plans, budgets, and timelines Review and challenge technical solutions and vendor proposals Foster Agile practices and support product delivery Ensure solutions meet operational and strategic needs About the Role Our public sector client arelooking for a Technical Lead (Technical Delivery Manager) with strong GIS domain knowledge to lead complex geospatial initiatives on a 16-18 mo. Fixed Term assignment. In this role, you'll coordinate across vendors, ICT teams, and stakeholders to deliver key projects, including cloud migration of ArcGIS, mapping enhancements for CAD, and a new application. You will operate as a technical leader, evaluating solutions and guiding project delivery in a fast-paced, product-oriented environment. Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of geospatial initiatives Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors Manage delivery plans, budgets, and timelines Review and challenge technical solutions and vendor proposals Foster Agile practices and support product delivery Ensure solutions meet operational and strategic needs Skills & Experience Strong knowledge of GIS technologies, especially ArcGIS Proven ability to lead complex technology projects Knowledge of cloud platforms and cloud migration, especially Azure Experience working in Agile, product-focused environments Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Ability to evaluate technical solutions without direct hands-on development Please note that we can only accept applications from candidates presently based in New Zealand and holding valid NZ Working Rights #J-18808-Ljbffr