General Manager

Assemble; Auckland; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is looking for an accomplished General Manager to oversee business performance and strategic growth in Auckland. The ideal candidate should have over 12 years in commercial construction, proven financial management skills, and the ability to build strong relationships across the industry. This is a pivotal role influencing strategy and driving project delivery, offering a unique opportunity to shape the future pipeline of major projects.

Qualifications

• 12–15+ years’ industry experience in commercial construction.
• Proven track record of delivering projects valued between $20m–$200m.
• Experience in managing financial performance at a senior level.

Responsibilities

• Drive business performance and profitability as General Manager.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key industry stakeholders.
• Oversee operational delivery and ensure project efficiency.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Team leadership

Relationship building

Risk management

Financial performance management

Job description

Overview

A leading Commercial construction company is seeking an accomplished and commercially minded leader to take charge of their next phase of growth. Known for delivering complex, high-value projects, the business has a strong reputation in the market and the ambition to expand its footprint further. This is a rare opportunity for a General Manager who thrives on creating opportunity — shaping strategy, building relationships, and driving commercial outcomes to establish a sustainable pipeline of major projects and long-term success.

About the Role

This is a pivotal, career-defining role for a proven executive who combines commercial sharpness with operational delivery expertise. As General Manager, you will take full responsibility for driving business performance, ensuring profitability, and positioning the company for future growth.

Your focus will be on unlocking opportunities, strengthening relationships with key decision-makers, and converting potential into a consistent flow of new work. You will have oversight of business development, operations, financial performance, and people leadership — balancing big-picture strategy with hands-on commercial decision-making.

This is a role that demands more than management; it requires a leader who can:

• Build market presence and influence by developing strong, trust-based relationships with property owners, consultants, and industry stakeholders.
• Shape business growth through proactive opportunity identification, early engagement strategies, and securing a sustainable pipeline of profitable projects.
• Oversee and uplift operational delivery, ensuring excellence, efficiency, and disciplined risk management across all projects.
• Drive strong financial performance, safeguarding margins, managing forecasting, and aligning commercial outcomes with business strategy.
• Inspire and develop high-performing teams, building a culture of accountability, innovation, and safety.
• Play a key role at the executive table, contributing to strategic direction, market positioning, and long-term organisational growth.

About You

You are an accomplished leader in the commercial construction sector with a strong market presence and a track record of winning and delivering major projects ($20m–$200m).

You bring:

• 12–15+ years’ industry experience with senior leadership across complex, multi-project environments.
• Strong commercial acumen and experience managing financial performance at a business or regional level.
• Deep networks with property owners, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire teams and uplift performance.
• A passion for excellence, innovation, and delivering outcomes that positively impact communities.

Why This Role?

Join a respected business with a proud history and bold vision. You’ll benefit from a flat, agile structure that empowers decision-making, the chance to influence strategy at the highest level, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact by shaping the future pipeline of major projects. This is a career-defining role for a leader ready to set the direction and drive the next phase of growth in commercial construction.

Please Apply Now, or for further information and to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact Olivia Davis on [e-mail].