Job description
We are partnered with a well-established South Island civil contractor seeking an experienced Project Manager or Site Manager to support a strong pipeline of works across Timaru and South Canterbury.
This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse range of civil projects, including bulk earthworks, three waters, drainage, roading, and infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
We are actively recruiting for civil roles across the South Island, including Nelson / Marlborough, Canterbury, South Canterbury, Central Otago, West Coast, and Southland. If you’re considering a move, we’d love to hear from you.
This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse range of civil projects, including bulk earthworks, three waters, drainage, roading, and infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, manage, and deliver projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring delivery on time and within budget
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure seamless project execution
- Develop and manage project plans, programmes, and budgets
- Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
- Ensure compliance with health & safety standards, environmental regulations, and NZS 3910 requirements
- Provide clear and accurate reporting on project performance and milestones
- Proven experience delivering civil construction projects successfully
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving ability
- Sound understanding of health & safety and quality management
- Proactive, motivated, and outcome-driven
- Ability to build rapport and manage stakeholder expectations effectively
- Competitive salary package + vehicle and tools of the trade
- Relocation support available for candidates moving within New Zealand
- Supportive, down-to-earth team environment that values its people
- Opportunity to work on varied and interesting projects across the region
We are actively recruiting for civil roles across the South Island, including Nelson / Marlborough, Canterbury, South Canterbury, Central Otago, West Coast, and Southland. If you’re considering a move, we’d love to hear from you.