Design Delivery Manager

Signature Construction; Upper Harbour; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

On-site car parking

Regular social events

Job summary

Signature Construction Ltd, Albany, North Island, invites applications for a Design Delivery Manager who will lead our design and project administration teams through the next growth phase of residential developments. You will oversee drawings, consents, and technical milestones from early planning to handover, ensure quality and safety, and report to the Operations Manager.

Join a collaborative team committed to excellence in NZ housing, with opportunities to shape projects from concept to

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ NZ construction experience.
• Proven leadership in technical design or architectural management.
• Knowledge of NZS3604, NZ Building Code and consent processes.
• Strong understanding of residential design-to-delivery.
• Experience creating and managing design programs.
• Excellent coordination, communication and time-management.
• Solutions-focused with attention to detail and humour.
• Leadership that empowers the team while delivering quality.
• Commercial awareness to drive margins via consultants and approvals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and empower a high-performing technical and admin team.
• Promote Health & Safety practices across delivery activities.
• Oversee drafting from concept to construction drawings.
• Ensure timely consenting and compliance documentation.
• Coordinate with Project Managers for seamless technical support.
• Engage external consultants and manage performance.
• Build relationships with councils, consent authorities and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Job description

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Signature Construction – Albany, North Island

Signature Construction Ltd is a leader in delivering quality residential developments across New Zealand. We are known for our commitment to excellence, innovative design, and seamless project delivery of medium-to-high density subdivisions. We are looking for a Design Delivery Manager to lead and empower our technical and project admin teams through to the next phase of growth.

About the Role

As Design Delivery Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in the successful technical delivery of our residential construction, from early-stage planning through to the handover of Homestar 6-rated homes. You’ll lead a team of high-performing professionals and coordinate consultants, ensuring all drawings, consents, and technical milestones are met on time and to the highest standards. You’ll report to the Operations Manager and lead a team that includes a Technical Manager, Design and Technical Project Leads, and Project Administrators.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a high-performing team of technical and admin professionals
• Promote and maintain strong Health & Safety practices across all technical delivery activities
• Oversee the preparation and coordination of conceptual through to construction drawings
• Ensure timely delivery of consenting and compliance documentation
• Drive quality and program performance from design to post-constructionCollaborate with Project Managers to provide seamless technical support
• Engage and manage external consultants, ensuring performance and value
• Build and maintain strong relationships with councils, consent authorities and key stakeholders

What You Bring

• 10+ years’ NZ relevant experience in Construction
• Proven leadership in a technical design or architectural management role
• Knowledge of NZS3604, NZ Building Code, and consenting processes
• Strong understanding of residential construction from design to delivery
• Experience with creating and managing design programs
• Excellent coordination, communication, and time-management skills
• A solutions-focused attitude, a sharp eye for detail, and a sense of humour!
• A leadership style that supports people to deliver quality results, while keeping the team energised and enjoying the work
• Commercial awareness — drive margin performance through effective consultant, consent and design programme management.

Bonus Points For

• Familiarity with terraced, apartment and fire-rated timber construction methods
• Main contractor experience, or understanding of a construction company’s tender process

What Success Looks Like

• Projects are delivered on time and within program expectations
• Teams are engaged, effective, and produce high-quality outcomes
• Consultants are delivering value and working efficiently to schedule
• Our clients receive excellent service and our brand reputation remains stellar

Why Join Signature Construction?

You’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values innovation, integrity, and quality. With exciting projects ahead, we offer the opportunity to make a tangible impact while growing your career in a supportive and professional environment.

• bonus scheme
• on-site carparking
• regular social events