Lead Civil Foreman: Safe, High-Quality Local Projects

JobSpace; Alexandra; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pre‑employment medical

Drug screen

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Family scholarships

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Fulton Hogan is seeking a Civil Foreman to lead a small, high‑performing crew on local civil projects in New Zealand. You will manage day‑to‑day operations, safety, and delivery against plans, while coordinating plant, labour and subcontractors to meet budget and schedule.

A strong safety mindset and hands‑on leadership are essential. The role offers ongoing training, a clear progression path, and benefits including medical and life insurance, KiwiSaver contributions, family scholarships and EAP

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' construction experience.
• A certificate in a construction trade is beneficial but not essential.
• At least a current Class 1 licence.
• Class 5 licence recommended (or willingness to work towards it – we can help you get this).
• Strong understanding of civil construction principles and their practical application.
• Ability to read, interpret and deliver against plans.
• Clear communication skills and experience leading others.

Responsibilities

• Lead your crew to deliver safe, high‑quality work on time and to budget.
• Actively ensure a safe work environment for employees, subcontractors and the public.
• Coordinate and organise plant, labour, subcontractors and suppliers for each job.
• Ensure work is carried out skilfully, efficiently and to the required specification.
• Complete required documentation, including: timesheets and daily job sheets, pre‑start inspections and plant usage sheets, quality checklists and hazard IDs.
• Full‑time, permanent role with a strong pipeline of local work.
• Small, supportive crew with the backing of a major contractor.
• Ongoing training and development, with real opportunities to progress your career.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

Communication

Education

Construction trade certificate (beneficial)

Job description

Fulton Hogan is seeking a Civil Foreman to lead a small, high‑performing crew on local civil projects in New Zealand. You will manage day‑to‑day operations, safety, and delivery against plans, while coordinating plant, labour and subcontractors to meet budget and schedule.

A strong safety mindset and hands‑on leadership are essential. The role offers ongoing training, a clear progression path, and benefits including medical and life insurance, KiwiSaver contributions, family scholarships and EAP