Senior Site Manager

Haines; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Parental leave

Additional leave

Skin checks

Scholarships for tamariki

Staff discounts

Volunteer days

Professional development

Counselling services

Job summary

Naylor Love in New Zealand invites applications for an experienced Senior Site Manager to lead major vertical construction projects from ground to handover. You will coordinate day‑to‑day site operations, manage subcontractors, and drive programme, quality and safety outcomes.

This role requires proven main contractor experience on commercial builds, strong leadership, and the ability to build relationships with clients and project partners while fostering a collaborative, high‑performance site

Qualifications

• Proven site management experience with a main contractor on major commercial or vertical construction projects.
• Ability to lead teams and keep complex projects moving safely.
• Experience delivering safety, quality, programme and commercial outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operation of the site and manage subcontractors to deliver on schedule and budget.
• Drive programme, quality, cost and safety outcomes while maintaining a high-performing site culture.
• Collaborate with the wider project team, clients and partners to ensure project success.

Job description

About us

Kiwi owned and operating since 1910, we are one of the largest commercial construction companies in New Zealand. Operating across 100+ projects nationwide with over 900+ employees, we are known in the industry for delivering high quality projects with the people to match.

Pivotal to our success, our culture is at the heart of everything we do. We offer an enjoyable place to work, career development and exposure to some of the country's largest developments. Naylor Love is shaping the future of construction in New Zealand; join our team today and love your job tomorrow.

The opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Site Manager to take the lead on significant vertical construction projects and play a key role in delivering outstanding results from the ground up.

You will bring proven site management experience gained with a main contractor on major commercial or vertical construction projects, along with the confidence to lead teams, solve problems and keep complex projects moving safely and successfully.

Working closely with the wider project team, you will take ownership of the construction phase from commencement through to completion. You will lead the day-to-day operation of the site, driving programme, quality, cost and safety outcomes while creating a positive, high-performing site culture.

As a visible leader on site, you will bring together your site team, subcontractors and project partners, setting clear expectations and creating an environment where collaboration, accountability and pride in the finished product are part of how the team works every day.

You will be someone who enjoys leading from the front. You are comfortable making decisions, building strong relationships and motivating others to perform at their best. Just as importantly, you will be committed to developing the people around you and fostering a team-oriented environment where everyone is working towards the same goal.

With a strong focus on safety, quality, programme and commercial outcomes, you will take genuine ownership of your projects and ensure our clients receive the high-quality, cost-effective service they expect.

If you are an experienced construction leader who thrives on the challenge of delivering complex vertical projects and takes pride in building successful teams as well as successful projects, we would love to hear from you.

Why work for us

At Naylor Love we understand work isn't only about who you work for; it's also about what you do and your experiences. When you join Naylor Love you will understand the strength of our values and that 'Our People are our Brand'; this is shaped by our employee's having ownership of what they do. At Naylor Love, we will help you take charge of your career by giving you growth opportunities along the way. We offer you a stimulating career in a positive team working environment.

In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to a wide range of other benefits including:

• Southern Cross Medical insurance for you and your whānau (covers pre-existing conditions)

• Paid parental leave

• Access to purchase additional leave

• Annual skin checks, flu vaccinations and health checks

• Access to children's scholarships to support your tamariki undertaking construction related study

• Staff purchasing benefits

• Volunteer days to give back to your local community

• Professional development and career progression opportunities

• Access to free independent counselling and support services for you and your family

Applications close on Friday, 30 October 2026

The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical test including drug screening and be eligible to work in New Zealand either as a resident or by holding a current work visa, preferably in New Zealand.

Naylor Love is an equal opportunities employer and committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion across all areas of our business.

Building people, creating a sustainable future - He Whaihanga Tangata, He Waihanga Anamata Toitū.