Structures Foreman

Fulton Hogan; Auckland; On-site; NZD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Parental leave top-up

Family scholarships

Ongoing training and development

Great retailer discounts

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Fulton Hogan is seeking a Structures Foreman in Auckland with strong heavy civil and reinforced concrete experience to lead site teams on major infrastructure projects.

You will drive structural construction activities across a portfolio including bridges, wastewater structures, reservoirs and rail works, coordinating crews, plant and materials while ensuring safety and quality on a hands-on site. The role requires leading from the front and mentoring crew members.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Structures Foreman with reinforced concrete and structural steel.
• Over 8 years in civil construction, specialising in bridges, precast and concrete structures.
• Strong ability to read drawings, supervise formwork, falsework and concrete pours.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day site activities, coordinating crew and subcontractors.
• Ensure safety, quality and productivity across structural works.
• Plan upcoming works with site engineers and supervisors.
• Organise plant, materials and equipment for on-time delivery.
• Report progress and issues to the Supervisor.

Skills

Foreman leadership

Reinforced concrete

Structural steel

Reading drawings

Safety leadership

Job description

We specialise in infrastructure construction with a strong focus on reinforced concrete. Our current projects span a wide range, including bridges, wharves, water treatment plants, storage tanks, and pipelines.

Right now, we are seeking for a Structures Foreman with heavy civil and structures experience to join us in Auckland.

This is a site-based role suited to someone who comes from a strong heavy civil structures background and has led complex reinforced concrete works on major infrastructure projects.

In the role

You will drive structural construction activities across a diverse portfolio of projects including:

• Large bridge structures ($50m+)
• Wastewater treatment structures
• Reservoirs and storage tanks
• Pump stations and underground structures
• Rail structural works
• Retaining structures and associated civil infrastructure

If you have solid experience in bridges and reservoirs including reinforced concrete - we would like to see your application - Let's Talk!

You'll be on the ground each day leading a crew to safely build bridges, retaining walls and other structures. You'll organise people, plant and materials, keep an eye on quality and productivity, and work closely with engineers and supervisors to solve problems as they pop up. It's a hands‑on role where you'll still be out on the tools at times.

In addition to the above you will:

• Drive and coordinate day‑to‑day activities of the site crew and subcontractors on structural works.
• Lead and coordinate a structures crew to deliver day‑to‑day site activities safely and efficiently.
• Oversee reinforced concrete, precast and structural steel work to drawings and specifications.
• Organise plant, materials and subcontractors so work fronts are ready and running smoothly.
• Monitor quality, safety and productivity, completing basic checks and paperwork as required.
• Work closely with Site Engineers and Supervisors to plan upcoming work and resolve issues.
• Support and coach team members, helping to build a strong, down‑to‑earth, high‑performing crew
• Report progress, issues, and needs to the Supervisor.

We're looking for someone with:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Structure Foreman, with reinforced concrete and structural steel experience.
• Minimum 8 years in a Civil Construction in structural areas including bridge building civil structures or commercial building utilising concrete, precast and structural steel valued at over (10M+).
• Good understanding of structural concrete construction methodologies including:
• Formwork systems
• Falsework and temporary works
• Concrete placement and pour sequencing
• Hands‑on background with reinforced concrete and structural steel on active construction sites.
• Previous experience leading or coordinating a small crew in a similar environment.
• A practical understanding of site safety, quality and basic set‑out/reading plans.
• A collaborative, straight‑up approach - you're comfortable leading from the front and working alongside the team.
• Company Vehicle
• KiwiSaver employer contributions
• Parental leave top-up payment with additional return to work support
• Family scholarships
• Ongoing training and development, career growth and progression opportunities
• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers
• Medical insurance "an eligibility period applies"
• Life insurance

At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us.

Fulton Hogan is an integrated infrastructure, construction and services business working across New Zealand and Australia. We partner with clients and communities to design, build, operate and maintain critical assets - from bitumen and quarries to roads, water and energy. Our people are united by a simple purpose: to create, connect and care for communities, while reducing environmental impact and supporting more sustainable futures.