Construction Project Manager

• Lead the construction phase of housing projects, driving safe, on-time, and high-quality delivery
• Newmarket office based
• Permanent role within our Housing Delivery team

Te whiwhinga mahi - Our opportunity

As a practical, results-driven Construction Project Manager, you will lead the construction phase of multiple housing projects. Youll make sure everything runs safely, on time, within budget, and to the right standards while keeping communication clear and consistent.

In this role, youll take ownership of site operations, manage build partners, and work closely with a collaborative project team. From pre-start meetings and resource planning to health and safety compliance and stakeholder engagement, youll keep projects moving and solve issues before they become roadblocks.

Youll also champion continuous improvement, mentor Assistant Project Managers, and ensure quality and compliance across every site. Strong reporting, risk management, and relationship-building will be key to your success.

This role is part of a highly focused team that work together in our Newmarket office during set hours Monday to Friday.

Ng pumanawatanga ou - What you will bring

Heres what you will bring to the role:

• 5+ years project management experience in construction, ideally with a relevant qualification and/or PMP/Prince2 certification
• Strong understanding of NZS 3915 contract standards and NZS 3604 building standards
• Skilled in contract management, negotiation, and resolving construction issues
• Ability to prepare project schedules, manage risks, and ensure compliance with Health & Safety and legislative requirements
• Proven experience managing multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, including working with iwi and community groups
• Strong written and verbal communication, planning, and organisational skills
• Comfortable working in an Agile, team-based environment and embracing continuous improvement
• Knowledge of government processes or similar environments is an advantage

Nou te rourou - What's in it for you?

We offer competitive salaries, five weeks' annual leave and a benefits package including a range of insurances, flexible working arrangements and career development. These benefits are described in more detail here https://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz/a-great-place-to-work/benefits

As a K inga Ora - Homes and Communities employee, we want to make sure that you have all the tools and support you need. We want to ensure you are healthy and have work-life balance. We also want to support and grow your personal and career development through on-the-job learning, training courses, secondments and study opportunities.

Mo m tou - Our Organisation

At K inga Ora, ours is the important responsibility of transforming New Zealands housing choices, outcomes and the entire housing sector by creating homes and communities that allow New Zealanders to thrive.

What is exciting about working for K inga Ora is getting the chance to make a real and positive impact on New Zealanders lives. With skills, planning and purposeful action, our people are creating the homes and neighbourhoods that will build the future of Aotearoa.

We are passionate about transforming New Zealand for the better. That includes being a trusted partner for M ori and iwi, protecting and enabling their rights, interests and aspirations under the guidance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

O t tou uara - Our values

Our values were developed by us, for us. They unite us as an organisation and guide how we work every day. Our values are:

• Manaakitanga People at the Heart
• Mahi Tahi Better Together
• Whanake Be Bold

Tuhono mai - Join us

To view the position description and apply for this role, please follow the online process via http://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz. Please note: all applicants, including existing employees, need to follow this process.

If you have any questions about this role, please contact [email protected]

Applications close on Thursday 22nd October at 11.55pm.

We value diversity and are committed to working with each other and our customers in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference brings to the organisation.

If you dont tick all the boxes in this listing but think that you could be a great fit based on your unique background and skillset, we would welcome an application from you.