198 lead project manager jobs in New Zealand - Contract Temp

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Within Council remuneration frameworks

Help shape the future of Council services
Work alongside experienced leaders and subject matter experts
Build your experience across service design, strategy and operating models.

Help shape how Council delivers services in the future

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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PMO Manager Prevention Programmes – Fixed Term – Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

Are you an experienced senior leader and PMO looking for a new challenge?
Two-year fixed term through to Sept 2028
Take a leading role in an exciting transformation journey

Opportunity to lead fundamental improvements of critical capabilities that contribute to national resilience and public safety.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Listed twenty hours ago

Project Manager - 6 Month Contract

at Presto Resourcing

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Faradays Duty Free Retail Limited

6 Month Contract
Urgent requirement - great hourly rate on offer!!
Must have payroll experience specifically Holidays Act knowledge

We are on the hunt for a Unicorn!!- Seeking a Project Manager with strong Payroll Experience - Urgent requirement, 6 Month Contract

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

20h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Project Manager - Property (18 Month Fixed Term)

at Kinetic

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$110,000 – $130,000 per year

Work with a leading public transport provider
Opportunities for career progression
Competitive salary

We’re entering an exciting phase of growth and investment, with a significant property development programme underway across our Auckland network.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Project Administrator

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$40 – $55 per hour

Auckland CBD location, upmarket office
Potential further employment opportunity
Join the founding team

Diverse projects, flexible contract, professional development. Join our dynamic retail team in Auckland CBD.

subClassification: Contracts AdministrationContracts Administration classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

20h ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Delivery Manager

at Absolute IT Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Madison Recruitment Limited

up to $130 per hour for the ideal candidaite

Lead delivery across multiple technology and service improvement initiatives
Key role driving ServiceNow-related projects and platform enhancements
Hourly rate contract | Hybrid working environment

Lead delivery of multiple ServiceNow and technology projects, driving outcomes across complex environments and tight go-live deadlines.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Project Manager

This is a Contract/Temp job

Partner with senior leaders and cross-functional teams
Immediate start available, through to December 2026
Play a pivotal role in shaping future growth opportunities

Lead complex international education projects, influence senior stakeholders, and drive strategic initiatives that deliver meaningful impact.

subClassification: Management & Change ConsultingManagement & Change Consulting classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

1d ago

Listed fifteen hours ago

Transformation Project Manager - HRIS

at Ruby Recruit Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

HRIS Project - Design and Implementation
Long-term fixed term contract based in Auckland CBD
Warm, people-first culture with a highly collaborative environment

Own the delivery of a high‑profile HRIS transformation shaping workforce, safety, and operational excellence.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

15h ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Senior Project Manager

at Momentum Consulting Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Hourly rate contract to 30 June 2027
Multi workstream programme
Established delivery team

A large public sector organisation is seeking a Senior Project Manager to play a pivotal role in a major digital transformation programme.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed fourteen hours ago

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at Wellington City Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Beyond Recruitment - NZ’s best career opportunities – jobs all over Aotearoa

Within Council remuneration frameworks

Help shape the future of Council services
Work alongside experienced leaders and subject matter experts
Build your experience across service design, strategy and operating models.

Help shape how Council delivers services in the future

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Project Manager

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Deliver complex applications, infrastructure, and cloud projects
Lead stakeholders, vendors, and delivery teams to achieve outcomes
Drive large-scale technology transformation and modernisation initiatives.

Information Technology

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

13d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

IAM Senior Project Manager

at Evolve Recruitment Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Initial 6-month contract with strong likelihood of extension
Leading a complex Identity & Access Management programme
1 day per week in Hamilton required (Tuesday) rest remote

Project Manager driving delivery of a major Identity & Access Management initiative within an enterprise-wide cyber security programme

Recruited byHolly Greenwood

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

13d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Project Manager

at Absolute IT Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Paraparaumu, Wellington

$120 - $130 p.h.

12-month contract role on a high-profile ERP programme
Partner with senior stakeholders and external vendors to drive outcomes
Own delivery of a critical Finance System implementation

Lead the Finance workstream within a major ERP transformation, driving successful delivery, governance, and stakeholder engagement.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

11d ago

Listed four days ago

Senior IT Project Manager

at Massey University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Massey University, Manawatu

$99945 - $134239 p.a.

Lead a complex university-wide examinations programme
Fixed-term 18-month role based on Manawatū campus
Work with senior stakeholders and external technology partners

Lead a complex university-wide project delivering supervised examinations. Fixed-term 18 months based on the Manawatū campus.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

4d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Senior Project Manager | Regulatory

at PMO People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Market rates

6 month contract
Business-led regulatory initiative
Christchurch based | 3-4 days in office

Lead a high-profile regulatory initiative, shaping the business case, requirements and delivery roadmap across a complex retail environment.

Recruited byRebecca Laney

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed eighteen hours ago

SaaS Project Lead/Business Analyst

at Lutra

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington(Hybrid)

$90,000 – $120,000 per year

Exciting opportunity to use your leadership and analytics experience to contribute to NZ's water sector in a leading organisation!

subClassification: Team LeadersTeam Leaders classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

18h ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Project Co-ordinator - fixed term - maternity leave cover

at Teltrac Communications Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Experienced Project Co-Ordinator to coordinate national projects across multiple locations and technologies.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

16h ago

Listed one day ago

Project Manager - CAPEX (14-month Fixed term contract)

at Douglas

This is a Contract/Temp job

Henderson, Auckland

Market related salary + benefits

High-impact CAPEX leadership
Cross-functional project delivery
14-month maternity cover opportunity

Lead CAPEX projects across manufacturing and R&D sites, managing budgets, vendors, risks and compliance during a 14-month maternity cover

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Project Manager - Payroll Transition

at Fletcher Construction

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrose, Auckland

Manage the Chris21 to PayGlobal payroll transition
Join Fletcher Construction, now part of global VINCI Construction
12-month Auckland based contract with broad business exposure

Own a major payroll systems transition as Fletcher Construction builds its in-house IT capability.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

14d ago

Listed four days ago

Senior Project Manager PEGA (BPM)

at H2R Technology Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Lexel – Resourcing - Connecting IT Talent with Opportunity

Competitive Hourly Rate

Lead complex PEGA and digital delivery across three squads, supporting high-impact privacy, platform and customer service initiatives.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

4d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Senior Project Manager

at RWA People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$130 per hour | 6 Month contract with chance of extension
Lead high-profile digital, platform & financial system projects
Wellington-based (Hybrid - 3 days in office) | Immediate Start Preferred

Exciting contract opportunity for a Senior Project Manager in Wellington

Recruited byMartina Rangihuna

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

21d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Project Manager

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Experience in critical service environments would be highly regarded
Critical services environment, meaningful project work
Auckland based 6-month contract with extension potential

Technical PM needed for critical services projects. Strong infrastructure delivery, governance and stakeholder influence absolutely essential.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Delivery Lead - Virtual Care Programme

at Momentum Consulting Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Comspek International Limited

Up to $916/day plus GST

Lead a mix of business transformation and digital initiatives
Contract 'til Dec (extension likely) | Auckland based (hybrid) | ASAP Start
Work across infrastructure, applications and process improvement projects.

Lead a diverse portfolio supporting a high-profile programme focused on improving access to services through digital & business transformation.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

5d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Senior Project Manager - 6 Month contract

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Awesome Hourly Rate!

Start ASAP Awesome Hourly Rate 6 Month contracy This role is ideal for a seasoned project delivery professional with a proven track record of

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

21d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

IT Project Lead

at Brannigans Consulting Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Based in Christchurch NZ

Fixed Term Contract, Christchurch Based
Drive Multi-Site IT Infrastructure Delivery
Trusted Technical Partner to the Digital Lead

You will take ownership of IT infrastructure readiness across a significant multi-site programme of work during a minimum 9 month fixed term.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

19d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Project Manager

at Fuse IT Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

$120 – $135 per hour

6 Months + extensions through to implementation completion
Challenging Work: Solve complex problems and lead impactful technical projects.
Hamilton/Hybrid

Project Manager sought for large transformation initiatives in Hamilton.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

18d ago

Listed one day ago

Youth Programme Lead

at Kindness Collective Foundation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Otahuhu, Auckland

$80,000 – $90,000 per year

Make a serious difference in the lives of rangatahi!
Working alongside a supportive and collaborative team.
No two days or weeks the same, on the job variety and plenty of fun!

Lead a programme creating real pathways to employment for rangatahi, making a difference one person at a time.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

1d ago

Listed five days ago

Project Manager

at Massey University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Massey University, Manawatu

$99945 - $134239 p.a.

Lead construction and capital works projects across campus facilities
Qualified Project Manager with building or construction delivery expertise
Manage project delivery from design, construction to handover

Lead building and capital works projects at Massey University. Apply your construction project management expertise to shape our campus future.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Project Manager - Technology Project

at H2R Technology Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Fixed term $140,000 - $155,000

Lead a key workstream within a porject, managing vendors, stakeholders, schedules and delivery

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed four days ago

Business Growth and Systems Manager

at FULL Balance Financial Coaching

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty(Hybrid)

Help build the future of financial coaching by designing growth strategies and implementing systems, technology, and AI.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

4d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Senior Project Manager

at Evolve Recruitment Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Consult Recruitment - IT & Digital

Initial 6 month contract; immediate / 2 week start required
Excellent team and culture
Auckland location only; flexible working environment

Exciting opportunity to work for a leading financial services company supporting investment operations and technology projects

Recruited byLouise Hickey

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

20d ago

Listed one day ago

Programme Coordinator

This is a Contract/Temp job