Senior Project Manager

Ref: BH-15772 Posted 30 Jan
Ref: BH-15772 Posted 30 Jan
New Zealand, Christchurch
Competitive Annual Base Salary
Salary (NZD)
Temporary
Job type
Project Services
Specialisation
About the role

Senior Project ManagerLocation: Christchurch (Hybrid)
Type: Full-Time Fixed Term (1 year and 5 Months)
Start Date: Immediate

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of a critical Payroll system. This is a fixed-term contract role until June 2026, based in Christchurch, with a hybrid working arrangement. As the Senior Project Manager, you will take ownership of the entire project lifecycle, working closely with stakeholders, external vendors, and implementation partners to ensure the successful delivery of the payroll system. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a major ERP transformation while working with a collaborative and supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of the payroll system implementation project.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals and objectives
  • Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and budgets, ensuring effective reporting.
  • Oversee vendor and implementation partner relationships to ensure project deliverables are met.
  • Provide leadership to the project team, fostering a motivated and results-driven environment.
  • Monitor and manage project risks, proactively addressing challenges as they arise.
  • Report on project progress to senior leadership and support the broader Programme Manager.
Skills and Experience
  • Recent experience with payroll systems
  • Strong knowledge of project management methodologies 
  • Proven ability to manage project budgets, timelines, and reporting requirements.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Solid understanding of IT software projects and lifecycles
  • Professional Project Management Certification (Prince2, PMP, etc)
Why Join Us?
  • Collaborate with a talented team and contribute to impactful organisational change.
  • Hybrid working arrangements for a flexible and balanced work environment.
  • Competitive salary for a senior-level position.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to lead a key payroll implementation project and have the experience to hit the ground running, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply directly and/or send your CV to liz.kim@crewconsulting.co.nz.


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Christchurch
Competitive Annual Base Salary
Salary (NZD)
Temporary
Job type
Project Services
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