Construction Project Manager: Lead Delivery & Stakeholders

Humphries Construction; Palmerston North; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Palmerston North based role

Competitive remuneration package

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Humphries Construction in Palmerston North is seeking a results‑driven Project Manager to lead planning, coordination and delivery of construction projects.

You will work with site managers, clients, consultants and subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

A proven track record in Commercial, Industrial or Residential construction, excellent communication, and proficiency with MS Project and the Office Suite are required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in construction project management.
• Strong understanding of Commercial, Industrial and/or Residential construction practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exceptional time management and organisational abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• A self-motivated and proactive approach.
• Sound computer and project management software skills (Microsoft Project, Office Suite, CAT Projects).
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing deadlines.
• A commitment to workplace health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects from initiation through to completion and final handover.
• Develop project programmes, schedules, and delivery strategies.
• Coordinate site establishment, resource allocation, and project commencement activities.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to agreed quality standards.
• Monitor project progress and proactively address risks and challenges.

Skills

Construction project management

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Problem solving

Self-motivated

Health & safety

MS Project / CAT Projects

Tools

Microsoft Project

Office Suite

CAT Projects

Job description

Humphries Construction in Palmerston North is seeking a results‑driven Project Manager to lead planning, coordination and delivery of construction projects.

You will work with site managers, clients, consultants and subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

A proven track record in Commercial, Industrial or Residential construction, excellent communication, and proficiency with MS Project and the Office Suite are required.