Infrastructure Planning Manager

• Lead and maintain the portfolio-wide planning framework, standards, methodologies and controls across infrastructure programmes and projects. 

•  Own and maintain the integrated master schedule, providing a consolidated and credible view of delivery across the infrastructure portfolio. 

• Identify schedule opportunities and lead the process to realize schedule opportunities by engaging with project teams to align the integrated master schedule. 

•  Integrate programme and project schedules across design, procurement, construction, commissioning, handover, and operational readiness. 

• Identify and manage cross-project dependencies, interfaces, constraints, critical paths, and competing delivery priorities. 

•  Monitor delivery against approved baselines and provide early warning of schedule pressures, readiness risks, and emerging delivery constraints. 

• Lead portfolio planning reporting, schedule analysis, and executive briefing material, translating complex information into clear decision support. 

•  Support gateway reviews, assurance and governance processes through robust planning evidence, baseline management, and change control. 

• Act as a trusted adviser to Programme Directors, providing constructive challenge and portfolio-level insight to strengthen delivery confidence. 

• Lead planning capability and continuous improvement across the portfolio, promoting consistent standards and effective ways of working.

What you will bring to the role 

At Auckland Airport, we are a busy hive of activity, and a lot of what we look for is how you would align with our AKL values All In | Tātou tatou – How we feel, Know How | Kōkiri Tahi – How we think and Let’s Go | Karawhiua – How we act. 

To ensure your success in this role, you will need:

• A tertiary qualification in construction management, engineering, project management, infrastructure management, or related discipline. 

• 15+ years’ experience in project and programme scheduling within complex capital development programmes. 

• At least 10 years’ experience using Oracle Primavera P6, with strong expertise in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Power BI, and advanced Excel. 

•  Significant senior experience in planning, portfolio integration, project controls, programme management or major project delivery within complex infrastructure or capital works environments. 

•  Strong knowledge of integrated scheduling, project controls, risk management, and governance frameworks relevant to major capital delivery. 

• Experience leading planning across large, multi-project portfolios and managing complex cross-project dependencies and competing priorities. 

• Experience across the full project lifecycle, including planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover. 

• Proven ability to provide executive reporting, delivery assurance, and clear decision support in a complex stakeholder environment. 

• Strong influencing, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate complex planning issues into clear, practical advice.

About us 

From the arrival of the Tainui Waka into the Manukau Harbour, Auckland Airport has always been a place of journeys. We stand proudly as the gateway to Aotearoa, welcoming travellers beginning their journeys, farewelling Kiwis to new destinations, connecting businesses and workers to new  

Auckland Airport is more than just a business. It’sa truly unique place with an important role to play in New Zealand’s recovery. Together we’re its custodians, knowing that the work we do has the power to create positive change for our customers, the community, the environment and for the prosperity of Aotearoa. We’re all about creating a sense of place where everyone can thrive, and one where others aspire to work. We’re a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome people from all walks of life.  

Whiriatetangata. Our values weave us together. They’re what we stand for, who we are and how we act. 

Apply today 

It’s our collaboration and passion that keep everything together. This is what our culture and heritage have been built on. When you work with us, you’ll share our ambition to be a great New Zealand business, and one that’s making a strong contribution to the wellbeing of our communities and economy.  

If this role sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Click the “Apply” button now.  

Please note that applications will be reviewed continuously throughout the recruitment period, and appointments may be made before the official closing date of the advert.  

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