Senior Project Manager

Tech 5; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Job summary

Jora New Zealand in Queenstown is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead commercial construction projects from pre-construction through delivery. The role combines strategic planning with hands-on execution across education, hospitality and large-scale builds, in a collaborative, people-focused culture.

You will oversee budgets, procurement, and coordination with clients, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure high-quality outcomes on diverse sites in New Zealand.

Qualifications

• Proven NZ experience as a Senior Project Manager within commercial construction.
• Strong background delivering medium to large-scale commercial projects.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication abilities.
• Collaborative leadership style and ability to build high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects through the full project lifecycle from pre-construction to handover.
• Manage project programming, planning, and resource allocation.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cost controls.
• Drive procurement and subcontractor engagement processes.
• Manage client, consultant, and stakeholder relationships.
• Oversee contract administration and commercial performance.
• Monitor quality assurance processes and ensure high standards of delivery.

Skills

NZ experience

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Construction know-how

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Queenstown | Permanent Role

Senior Project Manager - Commercial Construction

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a well-established national contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality commercial, education, hospitality, community, and large-scale construction projects across New Zealand. The business is known for its collaborative culture, commitment to innovation, and genuine investment in its people, professional development, and long-term career growth.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Project Manager, you will initially spend several months within the Pre-Construction Team, helping shape projects from the earliest stages.

Following this period, you will transition into the delivery phase, taking full ownership of commercial construction projects from commencement through to completion.

This role will suit a highly capable construction professional who enjoys being involved in both the strategic planning and operational delivery of complex projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead projects through the full project lifecycle from pre-construction to handover.
• Manage project programming, planning, and resource allocation.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cost controls.
• Drive procurement and subcontractor engagement processes.
• Manage client, consultant, and stakeholder relationships.
• Oversee contract administration and commercial performance.
• Monitor quality assurance processes and ensure high standards of delivery.

About You

• Proven NZ experience as a Senior Project Manager within commercial construction.
• Strong background delivering medium to large-scale commercial projects.
• Excellent understanding of construction methodologies, programming, and procurement.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication abilities.
• A collaborative leadership style and the ability to build high-performing teams.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a highly respected commercial contractor with a strong pipeline of future work.
• Diverse and challenging projects across multiple sectors.
• Supportive and people-focused culture.
• Competitive salary package + company vehicle