Senior Project Manager - IT

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

While other companies talk about it, we do it!

ABOUT IT AT ROCKET LAB:

Rocket Lab’s IT team is responsible for how our global teams access information and run operations across our computer systems , networks , and devices . Our hardworking IT team is a group of flexible problem-solvers working in a fast-paced environment but who also thrive under the challenge of supporting all of our proprietary systems and people , from finance to launch operations .

Ready to make your mark? We're hunting for a dynamic IT Project Manager in Auckland, New Zealand to spearhead our game-changing Payroll implementation across the region!

This isn't just another contract, it's your chance to drive real transformation in a high-impact, 12-month fixed-term role where you'll be at the center of the action.

Picture yourself leading from the front, orchestrating the complete end-to-end delivery of our strategic payroll program, plus exciting enterprise initiatives that will shape our digital landscape.

You'll be the catalyst for change, bringing together cross-functional teams, energizing stakeholders, and turning ambitious plans into impressive reality.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:

• Implement our new payroll system (ADP) to streamline processes and improve payroll accuracy

• Develop project charters, timelines, resource plans, and risk assessments
• Deliver projects on time, on scope, and on budget
• Lead cross-functional teams to execute plans and achieve objectives
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions
• Coordinate internal resources and manage external vendors
• Maintain stakeholder alignment and executive communication
• Manage scope c