General Manager, Construction & Projects

Thermofisher Scientific; Auckland; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite Construction Service Ltd. in New Zealand seeks an experienced General Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership across the company, supporting its growth and development.

The General Manager will oversee the overall management, strategic direction, and business performance, reporting to the Director and leading functions including planning, finance, operations, procurement, risk, and workforce development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business or a related field.
• Significant senior management experience.
• Strong commercial and financial management capability.
• Experience managing budgets and resources.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans with the Director.
• Oversee construction and business operations.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Lead procurement, risk management, and governance.
• Foster client and partner relationships.
• Drive organisational development and growth.

Skills

General management

Leadership

Financial management

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in related field

Tools

Budgeting software

Job description

Elite Construction Service Ltd. in New Zealand seeks an experienced General Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership across the company, supporting its growth and development.

The General Manager will oversee the overall management, strategic direction, and business performance, reporting to the Director and leading functions including planning, finance, operations, procurement, risk, and workforce development.