Principal Project Manager Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Senior Consultants - hourly rate contracts

This is a Contract/Temp job

6 month hourly rate contracts
Nationally signmifcant reform programme
Previous consulting experience essential

6 month hourly rate contracts
Nationally signmifcant reform programme
Previous consulting experience essential

We are looking for contractors with previous Big 4 experience to join a boutique consulting firm with a significant pipeline of work.

subClassification: Management & Change ConsultingManagement & Change Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

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Senior IT Project Manager (9-month fixed term)

at Department of Corrections

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$145,192 - 204,977 pa based on skills & experience

Join our digital whānau!
Nine month fixed-term opportunity.
Based in Wellington at our National Office.

Join our digital whānau!
Nine month fixed-term opportunity.
Based in Wellington at our National Office.

Lead a complex project that supports our frontline staff and the people we manage.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

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Listed twenty six days ago

Senior Project Manager

at Potentia

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

Competitive Hourly Rate

6-month hourly rate contract
Late April – early May start
Remote from within NZ (or hybrid in any main city if preferred)

6-month hourly rate contract
Late April – early May start
Remote from within NZ (or hybrid in any main city if preferred)

Project Manager leading end-to-end delivery; set plan, manage risks/deps, align stakeholders, and keep workstreams on track.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

26d ago

Listed four hours ago

Delivery Lead - Data & AI

at Talent – Specialists in tech, transformation & beyond

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Join a leading organisation with flexible hybrid working model
Work on a cutting-edge AI transformation programme
High-impact role with strong visibility across the business

Join a leading organisation with flexible hybrid working model
Work on a cutting-edge AI transformation programme
High-impact role with strong visibility across the business

We're seeking an experienced Delivery Lead to join a high-impact AI & Data Programme, driving the integration of AI into core business products

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

4h ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Consultants - hourly rate contracts

at Momentum Consulting Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

6 month hourly rate contracts
Nationally signmifcant reform programme
Previous consulting experience essential

6 month hourly rate contracts
Nationally signmifcant reform programme
Previous consulting experience essential

We are looking for contractors with previous Big 4 experience to join a boutique consulting firm with a significant pipeline of work.

subClassification: Management & Change ConsultingManagement & Change Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

3d ago

Listed five days ago

Property Project Manager

at Kinetic

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

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

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

We’re now looking for an experienced Property Project Manager to join our team on an 18-month fixed-term contract to help deliver this programme.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior IT Project Manager (9-month fixed term)

at Department of Corrections

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$145,192 - 204,977 pa based on skills & experience

Join our digital whānau!
Nine month fixed-term opportunity.
Based in Wellington at our National Office.

Join our digital whānau!
Nine month fixed-term opportunity.
Based in Wellington at our National Office.

Lead a complex project that supports our frontline staff and the people we manage.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

2d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Risk Programme Lead | Fixed Term (12 months)

at Intent +Purpose

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Embed risk into real delivery, not just frameworks
Work across teams, influencing leaders and outcomes
Meaningful national impact

Embed risk into real delivery, not just frameworks
Work across teams, influencing leaders and outcomes
Meaningful national impact

Lead practical risk uplift across a national organisation. Embed frameworks, shape decisions, and influence outcomes in a complex environment.

subClassification: Compliance & RiskCompliance & Risk

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

12d ago

Listed two days ago

Principal Advisor - Te Tai Tokerau

at Oranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Whangarei Central, Northland

Pro-rated remuneration between $125,926 - $139,459

Fixed Term Contract to late December 2026
Rewarding opportunity to contribute to positive outcomes for community
Varied and dynamic role allowing for function ownership

Fixed Term Contract to late December 2026
Rewarding opportunity to contribute to positive outcomes for community
Varied and dynamic role allowing for function ownership

Be at the forefront of transformational change, supporting the development and implementation of a change work programme.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Project & Contracts Manager

at Marlborough District Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Blenheim Central, Marlborough

$110,000 to $120,000 per annum + possible benefits

Fixed term position of 40 hours per week covering maternity leave
Work on high profile, meaningful projects that directly impact the community
Gain exposure to a diverse and interesting project portfolio

Fixed term position of 40 hours per week covering maternity leave
Work on high profile, meaningful projects that directly impact the community
Gain exposure to a diverse and interesting project portfolio

Excellent opportunity for a project professional to lead & deliver a diverse portfolio of community, civic, & commercial projects to make a difference

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Programme Delivery Lead – EEx Programme

at Foodstuffs North Island Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mangere, Auckland(Hybrid)

Operate with true end‑to‑end accountability, shaping outcomes and decisions
Big scope, real impact across an iconic Kiwi organisation
Fixed term role until January 2028

Operate with true end‑to‑end accountability, shaping outcomes and decisions
Big scope, real impact across an iconic Kiwi organisation
Fixed term role until January 2028

Lead a co‑op‑wide transformation that’s reshaping how our people and payroll experience works: designed for the moments that matter.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

7d ago

Listed two days ago

Delivery Lead

at Hays | Technology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

12-months contract
Shape delivery across tech, data, and AI
Trusted senior leadership role

12-months contract
Shape delivery across tech, data, and AI
Trusted senior leadership role

12 months contract gig to drive the end‑to‑end delivery of complex, high‑impact technology initiatives.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

2d ago

Listed six days ago

IT Operations Manager

at Potentia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Remote)

3-month initial contract - extension or permanent role potential.
Remote role (after 1-week in Dunedin)
Lead internal IT operations for global SaaS organisation

3-month initial contract - extension or permanent role potential.
Remote role (after 1-week in Dunedin)
Lead internal IT operations for global SaaS organisation

Lead a small team, while pitching in to be hands-on as needed. Support ISO audit, enhance asset management, transition to new SaaS management tool.

subClassification: Team LeadersTeam Leaders

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

6d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Risk Programme Lead | Fixed Term (12 months)

at Intent +Purpose

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Embed risk into real delivery, not just frameworks
Work across teams, influencing leaders and outcomes
Meaningful national impact

Embed risk into real delivery, not just frameworks
Work across teams, influencing leaders and outcomes
Meaningful national impact

Lead practical risk uplift across a national organisation. Embed frameworks, shape decisions, and influence outcomes in a complex environment.

subClassification: Compliance & RiskCompliance & Risk

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

12d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Project Manager

at Kirimana

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Immediate start!
Contractor opportunity
Solid future work pipeline

Immediate start!
Contractor opportunity
Solid future work pipeline

Are you a savvy problem solver with great stakeholder management? Apply now

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

14d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior IT Project Manager (12-month fixed term)

at Department of Corrections

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$145,192 - 204,977 pa based on skills & experience

Lead a new project that supports frontline staff and the people we manage.
12-month fixed-term opportunity.
Based in Wellington at our National Office.

Lead a new project that supports frontline staff and the people we manage.
12-month fixed-term opportunity.
Based in Wellington at our National Office.

Be part of a team delivering life-changing digital solutions across Aotearoa!

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

2d ago

Listed one hour ago

Senior Advisor - Health Sector

at Alpha Recruitment - NZ

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Mid-May start for 6-8 weeks
Split between Manukau and Takapuna with 2-3 WFH days
Health Sector

Mid-May start for 6-8 weeks
Split between Manukau and Takapuna with 2-3 WFH days
Health Sector

Starting mid-May for 6-8 weeks. Split between Manukau and Takapuna with 2-3 WFH Days. Busy role supporting senior managers.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1h ago

Listed two days ago

Marketing Manager (6 Month Contract, School Hours)

at Method Building Systems (Formance)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$60 – $90 per hour

Real flexibility: 22.5 hours, school hours friendly
Two clear projects, six months, defined end
Work directly with the CEO, no layers

Real flexibility: 22.5 hours, school hours friendly
Two clear projects, six months, defined end
Work directly with the CEO, no layers

Six months. School hours. Lead generation and website launch. Work directly with the CEO at Christchurch's leading SIP manufacturer.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Product Manager

at Younity

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Initial 10 month contract (potential to extend)
Auckland location
3 days in office, 2 days WFH

Initial 10 month contract (potential to extend)
Auckland location
3 days in office, 2 days WFH

This role sits at the intersection of strategy, delivery, and capability uplift, where you'll play a key role in connecting enterprise priorities.

Recruited byIsabella Johnstone

subClassification: Product Management & DevelopmentProduct Management & Development

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago

Listed six days ago

Project Manager

at Moriori Imi Settlement Trust

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Be part of a rare and unique project involving the recovery of an ancestral waka
Lead a nationally and internationally significant multi-stakeholder project
Experience periods of living and working on beautiful Rēkohu/Chatham Islands

Be part of a rare and unique project involving the recovery of an ancestral waka
Lead a nationally and internationally significant multi-stakeholder project
Experience periods of living and working on beautiful Rēkohu/Chatham Islands

Rare opportunity to lead a Moriori waka project on Rēkohu/Chatham Islands working across culture, heritage and recovery

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed two days ago

Product Owner

at Robert Walters

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Join a major bank transformation focused on redesigning how work is delivered.
Embed in teams to coach, uplift, and demonstrate best-practice Product Owners
Senior-level Product / Chapter Lead experience required. 10 month contract

Join a major bank transformation focused on redesigning how work is delivered.
Embed in teams to coach, uplift, and demonstrate best-practice Product Owners
Senior-level Product / Chapter Lead experience required. 10 month contract

This is a rare opportunity to help redesign how a major bank delivers work - from idea through to execution for a 10 month contract.

subClassification: Product Management & DevelopmentProduct Management & Development

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

2d ago

Listed five days ago

General Manager - Product Delivery

at Electric Kiwi

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Be yourself - bring your energy, passion, and creativity to work!
Hybrid working with ocean views, office dogs, and a fun team culture
Fixed-term contract until July 2027

Be yourself - bring your energy, passion, and creativity to work!
Hybrid working with ocean views, office dogs, and a fun team culture
Fixed-term contract until July 2027

An epic opportunity in a really cool company distrupting the industry.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

5d ago

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