Commercial Signs Project Manager

Fulton Hogan; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Parental leave top‑up

Training and development

Retailer discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan in Christchurch is seeking a Commercial Signs Project Manager to lead signage projects from briefing to final delivery, overseeing planning, budgeting, production and installation to ensure safety, on time, and to specification.

You will collaborate with clients, designers, production teams, installers and internal stakeholders to keep projects running smoothly, applying strong planning, communication and attention to quality.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in the signage industry and proven project management in commercial signs.
• Ability to coordinate with clients, designers, production teams and installers.
• Strong planning, communication and quality focus under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial signage projects from briefing to final delivery, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, production and installation oversight.
• Coordinate with clients to understand requirements, confirm scope and provide clear project updates.
• Develop and manage programmes, resources and budgets, tracking progress and taking action as needed.
• Ensure signage is produced to specification, meets quality standards and is installed correctly.
• Identify risks, resolve issues early and support safe, efficient delivery across multiple projects.

Skills

Project management

Commercial signage

Client coordination

Budgeting

Tools

Project management software

Job description

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If you know the signage world and enjoy keeping moving parts lined up, this could be your kind of role. We're looking for a Commercial Signs Project Manager to lead projects from concept through to production and installation, making sure every job is delivered safely, on time, on budget, and to specification.

You'll work closely with clients, designers, production teams, installers, and internal stakeholders to keep projects running smoothly. It's a hands‑on coordination role where strong planning, clear communication, and a sharp eye for quality really matter. At Fulton Hogan, good work is about high standards, low ego, and people backing each other to get the job done well.

• Lead commercial signage projects from briefing to final delivery, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, production, and installation oversight.
• Coordinate with clients to understand requirements, confirm scope, manage expectations, and provide clear project updates throughout delivery.
• Develop and manage project programmes, resources, and budgets, while tracking physical and financial progress and taking action where needed.
• Work closely with design, production, and installation teams to ensure signage is delivered to specification, meets quality standards, and is installed correctly.
• Identify risks, resolve issues early, and support safe, efficient delivery across multiple projects and deadlines.
• Significant experience in the signage industry, with proven project management experience in commercial signs.
• Strong understanding of project management tools and methodologies, with the ability to manage timelines, budgets, and delivery outcomes.
• Confidence coordinating clients, suppliers, and internal teams, with clear communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational skills, sound judgement, and the ability to stay calm under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• A strong focus on safety, quality, and getting the details right.
• Experience overseeing production and installation activities would be highly valued.

At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us. You'll have access to:

• Medical insurance and Life insurance after the eligibility period.
• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones, up to 7%.
• Parental leave top‑up payment with additional return‑to‑work support.
• Ongoing training and development, with clear career growth and progression opportunities.
• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers.

Fulton Hogan is an integrated infrastructure, construction and services business working across New Zealand and Australia. We partner with clients and communities to design, build, operate and maintain critical assets - from bitumen and quarries to roads, water and energy. Our people are united by a simple purpose: to create, connect and care for communities, while reducing environmental impact and supporting more sustainable futures.

All successful candidates must undergo and pass a pre‑employment medical and drug screen prior to employment.