Job description
Our client is a renowned civil contractor with decades of experience delivering complex, large‑scale earthworks projects across the residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors throughout Auckland and the Waikato.
They are recognised in the market for their disciplined delivery, robust safety culture, and long-standing relationships with major clients, consultants, and developers.
The Role
Due to continued growth and a strong forward workload, the business is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their Auckland team.
This role will see you take full accountability for the commercial, contractual, and operational performance of multiple subdivision, infrastructure, and commercial earthworks projects.
You will operate with a high level of autonomy, providing strong leadership to site-based teams while working closely with senior leadership to drive consistent project outcomes.
What's in it for you?
They are recognised in the market for their disciplined delivery, robust safety culture, and long-standing relationships with major clients, consultants, and developers.
The Role
Due to continued growth and a strong forward workload, the business is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their Auckland team.
This role will see you take full accountability for the commercial, contractual, and operational performance of multiple subdivision, infrastructure, and commercial earthworks projects.
You will operate with a high level of autonomy, providing strong leadership to site-based teams while working closely with senior leadership to drive consistent project outcomes.
What's in it for you?
- Work within a stable, well-capitalised contractor with a strong pipeline of work
- Lead technically challenging, high‑value project
- Competitive remuneration package with real opportunity for progression
- Full lifecycle ownership of project delivery, from planning and methodology through to completion
- Development and management of programmes, budgets, and delivery strategies
- Leadership and mentoring of site management teams and subcontractors
- Oversight of health, safety, environmental, and quality performance
- Commercial and contractual management, including claims, variations, and financial reporting
- Building and maintaining senior‑level relationships with clients, consultants, and key stakeholders
- Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
- 10+ years’ experience in civil construction, with a minimum of 3+ years operating at Project Manager
- Proven track record delivering earthworks and road infrastructure projects within the New Zealand market
- Strong commercial and contractual capability, with confidence managing cost, risk, and programme performance
- Calm, decisive leadership style with the ability to influence outcomes at both site and client level
- NZ work rights and local project experience are essential
