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Lead UDD transformation, deepen strategic system-wide partnerships, and ensure delivery excellence.
Champion significant projects that are critical to creating sustainable, highfunctioning and thriving communities, directly shaping how we enable land development and deliver quality homes
Permanent role, Auckland based
Te whiwhinga mahi - Our opportunity
As K inga Ora moves forward on an exciting transformation journey, the General Manager - Urban Development & Delivery (UDD) leads a critical portfolio at the centre of K inga Oras transformation, bringing together the teams that deliver our largest brownfield and greenfield projects to build wellfunctioning, sustainable communities. The role oversees a major regeneration and landenablement pipeline, delivers buildready land for about 8,500 homes in current programmes, contributes to enabling around 52,000 warm, dry homes over time, and manages significant annual programme budgets with a substantial financial delegation.
The GM UDD sets a clear standard for largescale infrastructure and civil delivery, embeds strong urban design, programme controls and risk management, and leads the shift from alliance to inhouse delivery while meeting core commitments. Success relies on strong partnerships with iwi and M ori (mana whenua), Ministry of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Land for Housing, councils and CCOs, T maki Regeneration, community housing providers, private developers and infrastructure providers-keeping tight alignment with organisational strategy, customer outcomes and HUDs spatial plans, and operating in line with our principles.
An inclusive, politically astute and commercially sharp leader, the GM UDD will strengthen stakeholder confidence, uplift market capability and culture, and sustain high performance in a complex, highvisibility environment.
Ng pumanawatanga ou - What you will bring
Here's what you will bring to the role:
Sector expertise - infrastructure, housing, land development, urban design and construction; relevant degree preferred.
Largescale delivery - proven track record leading complex portfolios/programmes across public and private sectors (vertical & horizontal).
Strategy & transformation - sets direction, builds frameworks/policies and drives innovation and change.
People leadership - leads highperforming, senior multidisciplinary teams.
Te Tiriti partnership - experienced working with iwi/M ori and communities.
Stakeholder & political savvy - effective in regulated, highvisibility contexts; confident fronting to ministers.
Commercial & governance acumen - strong financial judgement and disciplined programme controls.
Resilience & influence - thrives in matrixed environments; skilled in negotiation, conflict management and trust
Nou te rourou - What's in it for you?
We offer competitive salaries, five weeks' annual leave and a benefits package including a range of insurances, flexible working arrangements and career development. These benefits are described in more detail here https://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz/a-great-place-to-work/benefits
As a K inga Ora - Homes and Communities employee, we want to make sure that you have all the tools and support you need. We want to ensure you are healthy and have work-life balance. We also want to support and grow your personal and career development through on-the-job learning, training courses, secondments and study opportunities.
Mo m tou - Our Organisation
At K inga Ora, our mahi sits at the heart of Aotearoas housing system. Every day, we help shape how our customers live today and into the future. Its meaningful mahi, and were transforming how we work so we can deliver even better outcomes.
Our transformation focuses on three things:
Our future building a high performing organisation that delivers quality housing for generations.
Our tenants warm, dry, well maintained homes and the right support to help people live well.
Our people simple processes, modern technology and opportunities to learn, grow and thrive.
Guided by our values, we work together, put customers at the centre and continually challenge ourselves to be better.
K inga Ora is a place where people feel valued and supported. Youll find opportunities to grow your skills and build a career youre proud of, with fair pay and flexible ways of working that support both our people and our customers.
O t tou uara - Our values
Our values were developed by us, for us. They unite us as an organisation and guide how we work every day. Our values are:
Manaakitanga People at the Heart
Mahi Tahi Better Together
Whanake Be Bold
Tuhono mai - Join us
To view the position description and apply for this role, please follow the online process via https://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz. Please note: all applicants, including existing employees, need to follow this process. If you have any questions about this role, please contact [email protected].
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress suitable candidates prior to the closing date. This helps us ensure a timely and streamlined recruitment process and supports prompt feedback for all applicants.
Applications close on Friday, 20 March 2026 at 11:55pm.
We value diversity and are committed to working with each other and our customers in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference brings to the organisation.
Lead UDD transformation, deepen strategic system-wide partnerships, and ensure delivery excellence.
Champion significant projects that are critical to creating sustainable, highfunctioning and thriving communities, directly shaping how we enable land development and deliver quality homes
Permanent role, Auckland based
Te whiwhinga mahi - Our opportunity
As K inga Ora moves forward on an exciting transformation journey, the General Manager - Urban Development & Delivery (UDD) leads a critical portfolio at the centre of K inga Oras transformation, bringing together the teams that deliver our largest brownfield and greenfield projects to build wellfunctioning, sustainable communities. The role oversees a major regeneration and landenablement pipeline, delivers buildready land for about 8,500 homes in current programmes, contributes to enabling around 52,000 warm, dry homes over time, and manages significant annual programme budgets with a substantial financial delegation.
The GM UDD sets a clear standard for largescale infrastructure and civil delivery, embeds strong urban design, programme controls and risk management, and leads the shift from alliance to inhouse delivery while meeting core commitments. Success relies on strong partnerships with iwi and M ori (mana whenua), Ministry of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Land for Housing, councils and CCOs, T maki Regeneration, community housing providers, private developers and infrastructure providers-keeping tight alignment with organisational strategy, customer outcomes and HUDs spatial plans, and operating in line with our principles.
An inclusive, politically astute and commercially sharp leader, the GM UDD will strengthen stakeholder confidence, uplift market capability and culture, and sustain high performance in a complex, highvisibility environment.
Ng pumanawatanga ou - What you will bring
Here's what you will bring to the role:
Sector expertise - infrastructure, housing, land development, urban design and construction; relevant degree preferred.
Largescale delivery - proven track record leading complex portfolios/programmes across public and private sectors (vertical & horizontal).
Strategy & transformation - sets direction, builds frameworks/policies and drives innovation and change.
People leadership - leads highperforming, senior multidisciplinary teams.
Te Tiriti partnership - experienced working with iwi/M ori and communities.
Stakeholder & political savvy - effective in regulated, highvisibility contexts; confident fronting to ministers.
Commercial & governance acumen - strong financial judgement and disciplined programme controls.
Resilience & influence - thrives in matrixed environments; skilled in negotiation, conflict management and trust
Nou te rourou - What's in it for you?
We offer competitive salaries, five weeks' annual leave and a benefits package including a range of insurances, flexible working arrangements and career development. These benefits are described in more detail here https://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz/a-great-place-to-work/benefits
As a K inga Ora - Homes and Communities employee, we want to make sure that you have all the tools and support you need. We want to ensure you are healthy and have work-life balance. We also want to support and grow your personal and career development through on-the-job learning, training courses, secondments and study opportunities.
Mo m tou - Our Organisation
At K inga Ora, our mahi sits at the heart of Aotearoas housing system. Every day, we help shape how our customers live today and into the future. Its meaningful mahi, and were transforming how we work so we can deliver even better outcomes.
Our transformation focuses on three things:
Our future building a high performing organisation that delivers quality housing for generations.
Our tenants warm, dry, well maintained homes and the right support to help people live well.
Our people simple processes, modern technology and opportunities to learn, grow and thrive.
Guided by our values, we work together, put customers at the centre and continually challenge ourselves to be better.
K inga Ora is a place where people feel valued and supported. Youll find opportunities to grow your skills and build a career youre proud of, with fair pay and flexible ways of working that support both our people and our customers.
O t tou uara - Our values
Our values were developed by us, for us. They unite us as an organisation and guide how we work every day. Our values are:
Manaakitanga People at the Heart
Mahi Tahi Better Together
Whanake Be Bold
Tuhono mai - Join us
To view the position description and apply for this role, please follow the online process via https://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz. Please note: all applicants, including existing employees, need to follow this process. If you have any questions about this role, please contact [email protected].
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress suitable candidates prior to the closing date. This helps us ensure a timely and streamlined recruitment process and supports prompt feedback for all applicants.
Applications close on Friday, 20 March 2026 at 11:55pm.
We value diversity and are committed to working with each other and our customers in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference brings to the organisation.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The General Manager - Urban Development and Delivery position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Auckland offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Work from home Jobs is a plus.
