Project Manager

AssessAdvantage; Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Scotty's Construction in Wellington is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead residential builds and renovations from inception to completion. You will oversee pricing, develop timelines with foremen, and manage risks to keep projects on budget and on schedule.

Join a team known for quality and craftsmanship, coordinating with subcontractors, suppliers and clients to deliver exceptional results. A strong NZ construction background and BuilderTrend experience are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering residential construction projects from inception to completion.
• Strong understanding of architectural new builds, renovations and additions.
• Proven ability to price, estimate and manage project costs accurately.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously with a strategic approach.
• Practical knowledge of NZ residential construction methods and contracts.
• Experience using BuilderTrend is advantageous for project management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project pricing, ensuring accurate estimates and cost control throughout the build process.
• Collaborate with foremen to develop and manage project timelines, ensuring client expectations are met.
• Proactively identify risks and resolve technical issues to keep projects on track and within budget.
• Ensure all projects adhere to quality, safety and compliance standards, protecting our reputation.
• Coordinate with sub-contractors, suppliers and internal teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Maintain strong communication with clients, architects and site teams to deliver exceptional results.
• Monitor project progress, adjusting plans as needed to meet deadlines and client specifications.
• Lead teams with a focus on collaboration, fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Skills

Residential construction management

Cost control

Estimating

Multi-project management

NZ construction methods

BuilderTrend

Trade qualification

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

BuilderTrend

Job description

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AssessAdvantage – Wellington Central, North Island

Scotty's Construction, a leader in bespoke residential builds & renovations, is seeking a skilled Project Manager to join our Wellington team. With 25 years of delivering high-end homes, we need someone who can seamlessly integrate technical expertise with commercial acumen to drive projects from inception to completion.

You'll oversee diverse projects, ensuring they meet our high standards of quality & craftsmanship. Join us to lead passionate teams, manage multiple projects, & maintain our reputation for excellence.

THE ROLE

Oversee project pricing, ensuring accurate estimates & cost control throughout the build process.

Collaborate with foremen to develop & manage project timelines, ensuring client expectations are met.

Proactively identify risks & resolve technical issues to keep projects on track & within budget.

Ensure all projects adhere to quality, safety & compliance standards, protecting our reputation.

Coordinate with sub-contractors, suppliers & internal teams to ensure seamless project execution.

Maintain strong communication with clients, architects & site teams to deliver exceptional results.

Monitor project progress, adjusting plans as needed to meet deadlines & client specifications.

Lead teams with a focus on collaboration, fostering a positive & productive work environment.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Proven experience in managing residential construction projects effectively.

Strong understanding of architectural new builds, renovations & additions.

Excellent skills in pricing, estimating & managing project costs accurately.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a strategic approach.

Practical understanding of NZ residential construction methods & contracts.

Experience using BuilderTrend is advantageous for project management.

A trade qualification or construction management background is beneficial.

Scotty's Construction is renowned for quality & innovation in the Wellington region. Our team of skilled craftspeople consistently delivers award-winning projects. We believe in true collaboration to realise client visions, offering end-to-end project management. This is your opportunity to join a team that will invest in your future.

We will only consider applications with unrestricted working rights in New Zealand