Project Manager

Fitzroy Engineering Group; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

DIALOG Fitzroy in New Plymouth, New Zealand, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to own engineering, fabrication, and construction projects from award to delivery. The role entails ensuring safety, timeliness, budget compliance, and quality, with travel to project sites as required.

You will lead cross-disciplinary teams, manage contracts and client relationships, and report to senior leadership. A strong background in delivering complex projects and working in a fast-paced environment is

Qualifications

• Proven ability to deliver engineering, construction, fabrication, or industrial projects.
• 5+ years' project management experience in a relevant industry.
• Profit-focused delivery with strong safety record.
• Commercial acumen and contract management experience.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead, coach, and motivate project teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Legal entitlement to work in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Leading multidisciplinary engineering, fabrication, and construction projects from initiation through to completion.
• Developing and managing project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Monitoring project performance, including cost control, forecasting, risk management, and reporting.
• Coordinating project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Managing contractual obligations, variations, and commercial performance.
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with quality expectations.
• Providing regular project updates and performance reports to senior leadership.
• Mentoring and supporting engineers and project team members.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships while identifying future business opportunities.
• Promoting excellence in health, safety, environmental, and quality outcomes across all project activities.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Job description

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Project Manager

New Plymouth, New Zealand

Reference: 6931814

DIALOG Fitzroy is a "design, construct and maintain" company with offices throughout New Zealand and Australia. In over sixty-five years, DIALOG Fitzroy has established a reputation as a leading provider of professional construction-led engineering, mechanical trade and fabrication, as well as industrial coatings and scaffolding to a diverse range of customers.

We are seeking an experienced and commercially savvy Project Manager to join our team in New Plymouth. In this role, you will take ownership of engineering, fabrication, and construction projects from contract award through to successful delivery, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This is an outstanding opportunity to lead challenging, high-value projects while building strong client relationships and contributing to the continued success of a respected industry leader. Travel to project sites will be required.

About the Role

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Leading multidisciplinary engineering, fabrication, and construction projects from initiation through to completion


• Developing and managing project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements


• Monitoring project performance, including cost control, forecasting, risk management, and reporting


• Coordinating project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to achieve successful project outcomes


• Managing contractual obligations, variations, and commercial performance


• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with quality expectations


• Providing regular project updates and performance reports to senior leadership


• Mentoring and supporting engineers and project team members


• Building and maintaining strong client relationships while identifying future business opportunities


• Promoting excellence in health, safety, environmental, and quality outcomes across all project activities

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A proven track record of delivering engineering, construction, fabrication, or industrial projects


• At least 5 years' project management experience in a relevant industry


• A strong track record of delivering profitable projects safely and successfully


• Sound commercial acumen and contract management experience


• Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills


• The ability to lead, coach, and motivate project teams


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills


• A commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence


• Legal entitlement to work in New Zealand

Why Join DIALOG Fitzroy?

• Diverse projects & industries - Work across a broad range of industries and multidisciplinary projects, providing variety and opportunities to broaden your experience.


• Career growth - Benefit from ongoing professional development, leadership pathways, mentoring, and industry-recognised training.


• People-first culture - Join a collaborative, people-focused organisation that values safety, teamwork, and professional growth.


• Competitive benefits & salary - Receive a competitive salary package commensurate with your skills, qualifications, and experience.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted