Project Manager

China Railway Construction Group; Otago; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

China Railway Construction Group in Otago, New Zealand seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead major A&A works and ERSS/piling projects. You will manage the full project lifecycle from planning to completion and direct on-site teams to meet timelines and quality standards.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, ensure adherence to local building codes, and drive safety and sustainability initiatives on-site. Strong leadership and communication are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience in construction, including major A&A works and ERSS/piling projects.
• Strong knowledge of project planning, contract management, and site execution.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle construction projects from planning and design to execution and completion.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with the team and stakeholders while leading on-site teams to ensure timelines, quality standards, and project success through clear communication.
• Conduct quality control inspections and address compliance with local building codes, industry standards, and safety regulations.
• Implement sustainability and green building practices where applicable.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Site execution

Contract management

Project planning

Education

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Job description

Job Description

• Manage full-cycle construction projects from planning and design to execution and completion.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with the team and stakeholders while leading on-site teams to ensure timelines, quality standards, and project success through clear communication.
• Conduct thorough quality control inspections and promptly address compliance issues to ensure all projects adhere to local building codes, industry standards, and safety regulations.
• Implement best practices in sustainability and green building initiatives where applicable.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in the construction industry, specifically with major A&A works and ERSS/piling projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction project planning, contract management, and site execution.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.