Junior Project Manager

TRS Staffing Solutions; Wellington; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in Wellington’s commercial construction sector, supporting complex projects from initiation to completion. This fixed-term role until February 2026 offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative environment, helping to oversee quality assurance and project coordination, while honing your skills alongside experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years’ experience in commercial construction, ideally for a main contractor.
• Experienced in project coordination and/or QA systems.
• Ability to review drawings and assist with planning.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing projects from contractor involvement to completion.
• Oversee QA systems and coordinate documentation and trades.
• Support site teams to deliver outstanding results.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Technical Savvy

Education

Bachelor of Construction (or similar)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Support the delivery of large-scale commercial construction projects in Wellington’s CBD. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on complex, high-profile builds. You’ll assist in managing projects from early contractor involvement through to completion, overseeing QA systems, planning, coordination of documentation and trades, while helping site teams to deliver outstanding results for key clients.

Please note: this is a fixed term position until February 2026 with potential for a permanent position thereafter.

The Company

An industry-leading main contractor known for delivering some of Wellington’s most exciting commercial projects. With a strong focus on quality, sustainability, and team culture, this company’s Central Wellington office offers the chance to be part of a collaborative, supportive environment where you’ll genuinely enjoy your work while building a successful career.

What’s Required

• 3–4 years’ experience in commercial construction within New Zealand, ideally working for a main contractor
• Experienced in project coordination and/or QA systems
• Studying towards or holding a Bachelor of Construction (or similar)
• Ability to review drawings, assist with planning, and support contract management
• Strong communicator with problem-solving skills and a collaborative approach
• Tech savvy with working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Project

In Return

This is an excellent opportunity to work with experienced professionals, gain hands-on project exposure, and contribute to some of Wellington’s best construction projects.

To apply for this position please click on the relevant button below. Alternatively, for a confidential and discreet inquiry contactAdam Bentley on 04909 7034 or email:[e-mail].

Note: If this vacancy is not exactly what you are seeking, please contact me in confidence to discuss your individual requirements.

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