Contract Manager East Waikato NOC, Hamilton

Job Description We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Contract Manager to join our Region’s Senior Leadership Team and lead the East Waikato Network Outcomes Contract (EW NOC). Reporting directly to the Waikato Regional Manager, this contract covers the Hauraki Plains - Coromandel Peninsula. This region includes maintenance of 530 kilometres of State Highways, with diverse pavement types including remote coastal roads, rugged logging roads, and heavily populated tourist trails. You will also play a key role in leading the transition from the current NOC to the proposed IDM contract model.In this role, you will work closely with your team to ensure the successful delivery of all maintenance projects and activities within the network, including managing commercial and financial performance, variation pricing, client liaison, and work programming. You will be the primary contact to maintain collaborative long-term relationships with the client, suppliers, stakeholders, and the community.Join The Higgins Team Leadership opportunity Competitive salary + company vehicle Relocation packages available Supportive team environment that values whānau Career development opportunities within Higgins and Fletcher Building Access to Fletcher Building Benefits Programme, including:Market-leading parental leave policy Employee share scheme, educational and welfare funds Retail benefits across major NZ businesses such as ANZ, Z Energy, PlaceMakers, Mico, and Samsung What You’ll Bring To The Role Proven experience in New Zealand road maintenance contracts Understanding of technical, contractual, and financial aspects of roading maintenanceStrong leadership and strategic decision-making skills with commercial acumen Excellent client relationship skills Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and CRM systems Knowledge of RAMM, RAMM Contractor, and Pocket RAMM Adaptability and success in dynamic environments Commitment to health and safety standardsPreferably, tertiary qualifications such as BEng, NZCE (Civil), or Diploma in Engineering About Higgins Higgins is a leading roading and civil infrastructure company in New Zealand, experiencing dynamic growth with people at its core. We offer a positive working environment, competitive pay, subsidised medical insurance, and training opportunities for you and your dependants.We are committed to a drug-free workplace. The successful candidate will be required to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and a health check to ensure fitness for work. Our Commitment to Diversity Research shows that females and minority groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the requirements. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every criterion. We celebrate diversity in nationality, language, religion, customs, and lifestyles, believing it makes us stronger together.#J-18808-Ljbffr