Permanent Civil Project Manager – Otago (Dunedin)

The Isaac Construction Co Limited

Mosgiel

On-site

NZD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
Vehicle allowance
Career development
Safety-first culture

Job summary

The Isaac Construction Co Limited in Dunedin seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead civil construction projects across Otago from mobilisation to completion, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery.

You will coordinate project teams, manage budgets and client relationships, and promote continuous improvement in delivery and safety performance. This is a permanent Dunedin-based role with guaranteed hours and career progression.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years proven experience in civil construction project delivery.
  • Strong knowledge of civil construction methods and contract management.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to plan programmes, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Commitment to health, safety and environmental standards on site.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, programme and manage civil construction projects from mobilisation to completion, ensuring delivery meets scope, quality, time and budget requirements.
  • Coordinate crews, subcontractors and suppliers; supervise site activities and ensure resources are available to meet programme milestones.
  • Prepare, review and manage contract documentation including variations, progress claims, meeting minutes and site instructions.
  • Monitor project performance and costs; maintain accurate records, produce regular reports and elevate issues or risks promptly.
  • Lead and promote a strong health, safety and environmental culture on site; deliver toolbox talks and ensure control measures are in place.
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, consultants, stakeholders and internal teams; communicate progress, risks and programme changes clearly.
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and contribute to lessons learned and best-practice sharing.

Skills

Civil project management
Site supervision
Budget management
Stakeholder management
Planning & scheduling
Health & safety leadership

Job description

The Isaac Construction Co Limited in Dunedin seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead civil construction projects across Otago from mobilisation to completion, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery.

You will coordinate project teams, manage budgets and client relationships, and promote continuous improvement in delivery and safety performance. This is a permanent Dunedin-based role with guaranteed hours and career progression.

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