From paddock to Project site - Your skills translate

Farmers Weekly; Taupo, Auckland; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured pathway into site supervision

Training in civil methodology and H&S systems

Competitive salary and career progression

Job summary

Hick Bros Civil Construction is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead civil construction projects across New Zealand, specifically in Taupo and nearby regions. Candidates should have hands-on experience with heavy machinery and a strong leadership background.

This role offers a structured pathway into site supervision and project management with a competitive package and genuine career progression. A safety-first mindset is essential, and applicants will benefit from training in civil methodology and health & safety systems.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing heavy machinery and maintenance.
• Experience leading teams in challenging environments.
• Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee civil construction projects ensuring compliance and cost management.
• Lead teams and solve problems on-site efficiently.
• Contribute to project planning and execution.

Skills

Hands-on experience with heavy machinery and maintenance

Leadership of small teams in demanding conditions

Budget and resource management

Safety-first mindset

Job reading and self-confidence

Job description

Category: Project Manager
Location: North Island

From paddock to Project site - Your skills translate

Hick Bros Civil Construction is looking for experienced agricultural managers/workers ready to take their career in a new direction. You already have what we need. Running a farm means managing plant and machinery, leading crews, planning around weather, controlling costs, meeting compliance, and getting the job done when things don't go to plan. That's civil construction in a nutshell. We build geothermal power stations, bridges, wind farms, marine works, stop banks, roads, subdivisions and major infrastructure across New Zealand. The work is varied, the days are real, and the people who thrive here are the ones who've spent years solving problems on their feet.

What you bring:

• Hands-on experience with heavy machinery and maintenance
• Leadership of small teams in demanding conditions
• Budget and resource management
• A safety-first mindset built in environments that don't forgive shortcuts
• The ability to read a job and back yourself

What we offer:

• Structured pathway into site supervision and project management
• Training in civil methodology, and H&S systems
• Competitive package and genuine career progression
• A team that values practical nous over paper qualifications

We’ve got current opportunities in Hawkes Bay, Taupo and Auckland. Contact us at [e-mail] or phone Paul on 021 951 203.

Date Posted: 2026-05-20