Project Manager

AllRecruits; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in New Zealand seeks a highly organized and experienced Commercial Building Project Manager. This role involves overseeing the planning and execution of commercial construction projects, maintaining high standards of safety and quality while ensuring alignment with project budgets. This position offers growth potential into a Director of Project Management role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of New Zealand experience managing commercial construction projects.
• Experience with structural build and interior fit-out for high-end buildings.
• Thorough understanding of New Zealand commercial construction techniques and standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent projects and develop comprehensive project plans.
• Co-ordinate subcontractors and monitor progress to ensure alignment with objectives.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure quality compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Coordination

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Civil Engineering

Architecture

Job description

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Commercial Building Project Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of commercial construction projects (structural and interior fit-out) from inception to completion. This role requires strong leadership, exceptional communication skills, and a deep understanding of New Zealand construction processes, building codes, and project budgeting.

This role has the potential to grow into a Director of Project Management, overseeing project and project managers throughout New Zealand.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Scheduling:

• Manage multiple concurrent projects
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Coordinate design, permitting, procurement, and construction phases.

Team Coordination:

• Co-ordinate subcontractors, suppliers and service providers to achieve programme
• Monitor progress, resolve issues, and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Running daily pre-start meetings, inductions, and weekly coordination meetings.
• Mentor junior Site Managers, Foreman, and tradespeople
• Budget & Cost Management:
• Prepare, track, and report on project budgets.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and prevent budget overruns.

Quality & Compliance:

• Working through design issues with the project team, contractors, clients and consultants
• Ensure all work complies with local building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits.
• Manage the Health and Safety on site (with support from the HSQE Coordinator) in line with the company policy

Client & Stakeholder Communication:

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates and reports on project status, milestones, and risks.

Risk Management:

• Identify potential project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Address and resolve issues in a timely and effective manner.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 5+ years of New Zealand experience managing commercial construction projects.
• Must have experience with structural build and interior fit-out for high-end buildings.
• Exceptional planning and coordination ability to achieve successful outcomes
• Have demonstrated a high attention to detail
• Must work well within a team and have a positive ‘Can do’ attitude
• Thorough understanding of New Zealand commercial construction techniques and standards