Project Manager Job In Auckland

Job Description

Are you passionate about managing high-impact projects that make a real-world difference? The Project Manager job in Auckland offers you the chance to lead groundbreaking initiatives in the agricultural biotechnology industry. Engender is transforming the dairy sector with innovative, laser-based sperm-sorting technology that promotes sustainable farming and animal welfare. This role is ideal for experienced project leaders eager to contribute to cutting-edge advancements in science, technology, and agriculture.

About Company:

Engender Technologies is a New Zealand-based agri-biotech company leading the global shift toward sustainable dairy farming. With backing from CRV, a global genetics leader, Engender operates from a modern R&D facility on Auckland’s waterfront. The company focuses on developing laser-based sperm-sorting technology, a world-first innovation that helps dairy farmers select gender outcomes with precision—improving animal welfare, farm efficiency, and sustainability.

Responsibilities for Project Manager:

The responsibilities for the job of Project Managers are as following.

• Implementing and maintaining project management best practices across the organisation.
• Planning, executing, monitoring, and closing projects in line with scope, budget, and timeline.
• Leading multi-disciplinary teams across science, engineering, software, and quality control.
• Acting as the primary communication bridge between teams, leadership, and stakeholders.
• Preparing project documentation, meeting notes, agendas, and progress reports.
• Identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies proactively.
• Managing resources, dependencies, and budgets to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Collaborating with Product and Quality Managers to align projects with business objectives.
• Facilitating continuous improvement by documenting lessons learned.
• Supporting change management and process optimization initiatives.

Requirements for Project Manager:

The requirements for the job of Project Managers are as following.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Life Sciences, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Advanced qualification such as an MBA, Master’s in Project Management, or PMP/PRINCE2 certification (preferred).
• Proven experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects—preferably in biotech, agriculture, or R&D sectors.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies like Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational abilities.
• Proficiency with project tools such as Jira, Asana, or MS Project.
• Ability to multitask, manage priorities, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Skills and Knowledge Desired:

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation abilities.
• Proactive mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively.
• Strong presentation and reporting skills.
• Adaptability to evolving technologies and project scopes.

Benefits Package:

• Opportunity to work on pioneering biotechnology projects with global impact.
• Collaboration with top scientists, engineers, and technologists in the industry.
• Contribution to sustainable agriculture and animal welfare improvement.
• Competitive salary and professional development opportunities.
• A modern and inspiring workplace located on Auckland’s scenic waterfront.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options.