Project Consent Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Policy Advisor and Project Lead

This is a Part time job

Complex problems to solve
Working in the technology sector
Small friendly team

Complex problems to solve
Working in the technology sector
Small friendly team

Be a project lead for our clients in the management of their working groups and special interest groups, driving the projects forward.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

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

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Building Support Officer

at Building Consent Approvals

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Above-award salary. Recognition for skill, leadership, and results
Great culture. Professional, practical, and a bit of fun along the way

Above-award salary. Recognition for skill, leadership, and results
Great culture. Professional, practical, and a bit of fun along the way

Join a growing Christchurch team where no two days are the same — support building projects, make a real impact, and grow your career with BCAL.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

Featured

Listed eighteen hours ago

Policy Advisor and Project Lead

at ONZL Ltd

This is a Part time job

Mairangi Bay, Auckland(Hybrid)

Complex problems to solve
Working in the technology sector
Small friendly team

Complex problems to solve
Working in the technology sector
Small friendly team

Be a project lead for our clients in the management of their working groups and special interest groups, driving the projects forward.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

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

18h ago

Listed four days ago

Senior Policy Advisor contractor

at Frog Recruitment - Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$120 per hour

At the intersection of strategy, core policy & operational policy, requires strong public policy & strategic analysis skills. ASAP start, Wellington

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

Building Support Officer

at Building Consent Approvals

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Above-award salary. Recognition for skill, leadership, and results
Great culture. Professional, practical, and a bit of fun along the way

Above-award salary. Recognition for skill, leadership, and results
Great culture. Professional, practical, and a bit of fun along the way

Join a growing Christchurch team where no two days are the same — support building projects, make a real impact, and grow your career with BCAL.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Resource Consents Administrator

at Selwyn District Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Rolleston, Canterbury

Full time, permanent role
Supportive and Collaborative team culture
Great benefits and opportunities

Full time, permanent role
Supportive and Collaborative team culture
Great benefits and opportunities

We are seeking a detail-driven team player to join the team

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Advisor Ventures and Partnerships

at Kāpiti Coast District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Paraparaumu, Wellington(Hybrid)

Lead impactful strategic projects that benefit the Kāpiti Coast community
Build trusted partnerships with iwi, stakeholders, and development partners
Join a supportive, collaborative team with great staff benefits and flexibility

Lead impactful strategic projects that benefit the Kāpiti Coast community
Build trusted partnerships with iwi, stakeholders, and development partners
Join a supportive, collaborative team with great staff benefits and flexibility

Lead strategic projects that shape the Kāpiti Coast while building strong partnerships in a collaborative, community-focused team.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Building Control Officers

at Solutions Team

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

Attractive Salary Packages
Remote and Flexible work arrangements available

Attractive Salary Packages
Remote and Flexible work arrangements available

Building Control Officers NZ-wide. Remote options available. Join a supportive team making building compliance practical and impactful

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14d ago

Listed three days ago

Programme Manager

at Cowater International New Zealand Limited

This is a Full time job

Takapuna, Auckland(Hybrid)

International Development Programme Manager to deliver a three-year bilateral programme between New Zealand and Indonesia.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Project Manager - Consultancy

at Archway Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Annual Salary Package + KS + Benefits (AUD)

You could be an 'intermediate' wanting to step up
Flexible collaborative working environment
Strong learning and development company focus

You could be an 'intermediate' wanting to step up
Flexible collaborative working environment
Strong learning and development company focus

Project Manager with consultancy experience needed to join a high performing business / team

Recruited byNick Parson

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed seven days ago

Consenting Officer

at Wellington City Council

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Starting salary $90,060 per annum + 5 weeks leave

Apply Building Code & legislative knowledge
Provide clear advice to customers
Build expertise in a supportive team

Apply Building Code & legislative knowledge
Provide clear advice to customers
Build expertise in a supportive team

We're looking for a capable & customer-focused Consenting Officer to join our Building Consents team.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed six days ago

Planning Specialist

at Christchurch International Airport

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Competitive market salary plus benefits

Influence nationally significant infrastructure
Work across strategy, planning, regulation
Growth, impact, and strong benefits package

Influence nationally significant infrastructure
Work across strategy, planning, regulation
Growth, impact, and strong benefits package

Shape Christchurch Airport’s future as a Planning Specialist—navigate complex regulation, enable development, and protect critical infrastructure.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

6d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Advisor – Planning & Projects (1-year fixed term)

at Parliamentary Counsel Office

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$114,966 – $140,514 per year

Embed effective planning and delivery practices
Improve project frameworks and portfolio oversight
Support leaders with prioritisation and risk advice

Embed effective planning and delivery practices
Improve project frameworks and portfolio oversight
Support leaders with prioritisation and risk advice

Senior advisor role supporting planning and project delivery, embedding frameworks, strengthening governance, and turning strategy into delivery.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed six days ago

Manager Project Management Office

at New Plymouth District Council

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

Join an organisation that will support and develop your career!
Five weeks annual leave plus birthday leave
Apply now!

Join an organisation that will support and develop your career!
Five weeks annual leave plus birthday leave
Apply now!

We are looking for an experienced and inspiring Manager Project Management Office (PMO) to join our Delivery and Enablement Group.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Project Administrator - Tier 1 Company

at Hays | Construction

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Competitive Salary
Start ASAP - Flex start and finish times
Wiri Head Office location

Competitive Salary
Start ASAP - Flex start and finish times
Wiri Head Office location

Based at the Wiri Head Office, you'll be joining a collaborative and high-performing Program Team that plays a key role in delivering projects.

subClassification: Contracts AdministrationContracts Administration

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

13d ago

Listed twenty seven minutes ago

Principal Policy Opportunities - Inquiry Tauranga Landslides

at Department of Internal Affairs

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

$129,510 - $161,617 p.a.

Seeking Policy/Research Specialists in natural hazard or emergency management
Opportunity for a fixed term arrangements through to late November 2026
Fantastic opportunity to support the delivery of high profile and complex policy

Seeking Policy/Research Specialists in natural hazard or emergency management
Opportunity for a fixed term arrangements through to late November 2026
Fantastic opportunity to support the delivery of high profile and complex policy

Provide high-level evaluative thinking and policy advice to Members and the Inquiry Senior Leadership team

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

27m ago

Listed four days ago

Advisor - Operational Policy and Practice

at Office of the Ombudsman

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Permanent position based in our Wellington Office
Support the development and implementation of quality assurance processes
Support the development and maintenance of operational practice guidance

Permanent position based in our Wellington Office
Support the development and implementation of quality assurance processes
Support the development and maintenance of operational practice guidance

Permanent opportunity in our newly established Operational Policy and Practice team.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed nine days ago

Project Coordinator (Construction)

at Hays | Office Support

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Friendly, supportive work environment
Great inner city location
Flexible working hours

Friendly, supportive work environment
Great inner city location
Flexible working hours

Are you an organised and proactive Project Coordinator? Apply now to join a friendly, Christchurch-based team. Permanent, part time!

subClassification: Contracts AdministrationContracts Administration

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

9d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Stakeholder Engagement Specialist

at Watercare Services Limited

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

Build and maintain trusted relationships with our team
Manage and maintain customer-facing collateral and touchpoints
Make a real impact for Aucklanders

Build and maintain trusted relationships with our team
Manage and maintain customer-facing collateral and touchpoints
Make a real impact for Aucklanders

Connects project teams and communities through clear communication and engagement, ensuring stakeholder voices shape infrastructure delivery.

subClassification: Public Relations & Corporate AffairsPublic Relations & Corporate Affairs

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

11d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Development and Compliance Advisor - 18 months fixed term

at Taupo District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo, Waikato

+ a generous total rewards proposition

Live, work and thrive in the beautiful Taupō district
Great people; Great culture; Great community
Join us for a rewarding career full of opportunities to develop

Live, work and thrive in the beautiful Taupō district
Great people; Great culture; Great community
Join us for a rewarding career full of opportunities to develop

This is a brand new opportunity to step into a senior advisory role, supporting development across the Taupō District.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Building Surveyor | Consent Processing | Expression of Interest

at Auckland Council

This is a Full time job

Auckland

$90k-$96k per annum (based on skills & experience)

Large scale project environment with broad and meaningful scope of work
Fantastic opportunity for career development
Join our Project Assessment team - Auckland CBD and Manukau Hub

Large scale project environment with broad and meaningful scope of work
Fantastic opportunity for career development
Join our Project Assessment team - Auckland CBD and Manukau Hub

Amazing opportunity to progress your career with the Building Consents department & promote a safe and sustainable built environment across the region

subClassification: ArchitectureArchitecture

classification: Design & Architecture(Design & Architecture)

1d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Architect/Project Manager

at Piper Property Consultants

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$100,000 – $120,000 + bonus for agreed milestones

Hands-on Architect/Project Management role delivering Auckland projects end-to-end, from design and consent through to site delivery.

subClassification: ArchitectureArchitecture

classification: Design & Architecture(Design & Architecture)

16d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Principal Consents Planner

at Watercare Services Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

Income protection and life insurance.

Shape sustainable outcomes with strong stakeholder engagement.
Provide strategic guidance on complex planning and regulatory matters.
Career development opportunities.

Shape sustainable outcomes with strong stakeholder engagement.
Provide strategic guidance on complex planning and regulatory matters.
Career development opportunities.

Lead complex consenting strategy for major infrastructure at Watercare, shaping Auckland's future with sustainability and stakeholder impact.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14d ago

Listed two days ago

Commercial Contract Specialist

at Programmed

This is a Full time job

Henderson, Auckland(Hybrid)

Attractive & negotiable salary range based on exp.

Support major NZ PPP contract performance and governance.
Attractive salary package + meaningful employee benefits.
Influence retention, pricing, and new business with contract expertise.

Support major NZ PPP contract performance and governance.
Attractive salary package + meaningful employee benefits.
Influence retention, pricing, and new business with contract expertise.

Commercial specialist role supporting PPP contracts through analysis, pricing and governance.

subClassification: Contracts ManagementContracts Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed eight days ago

Project Manager – Client side

at Redpath Partners Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland

$130k-$150k

5+ years of New Zealand experience required as a Project Manager
Client-side opportunity assisting across a diverse portfolio of projects
Opportunity to work with an established team with great leadership

5+ years of New Zealand experience required as a Project Manager
Client-side opportunity assisting across a diverse portfolio of projects
Opportunity to work with an established team with great leadership

NZ owned project management consultancy based in Auckland

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

8d ago

Listed thirty three minutes ago

Principal Engagement Advisor

at Taumata Arowai

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Manage and implement Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Strategy
Join a close-knit, supportive and high-performing team
Six-month, fixed-term position

Manage and implement Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Strategy
Join a close-knit, supportive and high-performing team
Six-month, fixed-term position

Lead and drive strategic engagement with stakeholders and partners in a role that shapes water sector outcomes.

subClassification: Public Relations & Corporate AffairsPublic Relations & Corporate Affairs

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

33m ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Resource Consents Planner

at Hutt City Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington(Hybrid)

Well Being Benefits + Flexible Working Options

Enjoy flexible work, wellbeing leave, and great council benefits
Deliver complex planning projects shaping the city’s future
Join a supportive team with strong collaboration and mentoring culture

Enjoy flexible work, wellbeing leave, and great council benefits
Deliver complex planning projects shaping the city’s future
Join a supportive team with strong collaboration and mentoring culture

Lead complex planning projects at Hutt City Council with flexible work, wellbeing leave and a collaborative, future-focused team.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Senior Project Coordinator (Operations)

at Taumata Arowai

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$86,506 (90%) $96,119 (100%) $110,537 (115%)

Support the delivery of two projects and make a meaningful deference to New Zealanders.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed one day ago

Community Lease Specialist

at Auckland Council

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Manage leases for council assets to deliver community benefits
Engage with stakeholders and customers of Council, local boards & the community
Permanent Full-Time opportunity

Manage leases for council assets to deliver community benefits
Engage with stakeholders and customers of Council, local boards & the community
Permanent Full-Time opportunity

Manage leases for council assets to deliver community benefits

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Real Estate & Property(Real Estate & Property)

1d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Principal Advisor Issues & Resolutions

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Senior leadership role shaping how DOC resets and governs its conservation regul
High trust role supporting Directors on strategy, governance, delivery and minis
Wellington CBD location

Senior leadership role shaping how DOC resets and governs its conservation regul
High trust role supporting Directors on strategy, governance, delivery and minis
Wellington CBD location

Senior public sector role shaping DOC's regulatory system-provide trusted advice, strong leadership and real influence at pace.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

22h ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Owners Representative

at Phillip Riley

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

up to $83 per hour

12 month + contract opportunity
You can be based anywhere between Auckland and Whangarei
Be Contact Energy's representative at the Glorit Solar Farm

12 month + contract opportunity
You can be based anywhere between Auckland and Whangarei
Be Contact Energy's representative at the Glorit Solar Farm

On-site role supporting a major solar project. Monitor progress, identify risks and report back to Contact. 20 hrs/week contract, flexible.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

27d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Programme Manager

at Likemind

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Hourly-rate contract through till December 2026
May 2026 start
Primarily CBD based

Hourly-rate contract through till December 2026
May 2026 start
Primarily CBD based

Seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead the planning of a complex, large-scale programme

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

21d ago

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Building Support Officer

Policy Advisor and Project Lead

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Senior Advisor – Planning & Projects (1-year fixed term)

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Project Administrator - Tier 1 Company

Principal Policy Opportunities - Inquiry Tauranga Landslides

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Project Coordinator (Construction)

Stakeholder Engagement Specialist

Senior Development and Compliance Advisor - 18 months fixed term

Building Surveyor | Consent Processing | Expression of Interest

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Principal Consents Planner

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