Marketing Manager

Who we are

Calder Stewart is a nationwide leader in developing property and building solutions for New Zealand’s industrial and commercial markets.

Every year our team of around 440 people deliver outcomes for local, national, and international clients by building many of the largest and most complex construction projects across the country. A family-owned business started in Milton in 1955, for 70 years we have successfully evolved our services into a national offering. Our capabilities include an extensive land portfolio, end-to-end property services, Design Build solutions, plus manufacturing and construction services.

With steady growth, the ability to communicate to our whole team has become a key focus to our business to ensure we continue to share our story with our people and our customers. We have generations of proven experience on our team, and we deliver flexible solutions and we're driven by a common set of values in 'Find a Way', 'Play Fair', 'Be Loyal' and 'Own It'.

About the role

As Marketing Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering the marketing strategy for Calder Stewart. Based in Christchurch, this position has a national focus, supporting a diverse portfolio of, industrial, and Commercial across New Zealand, alongside a growing property investment fund.

Reporting to the GM | Property, you will work closely with senior leaders to develop and execute marketing initiatives that strengthen brand reputation, drive business growth, support capital raising activities, and maximise the success of development projects throughout their lifecycle.

This is a strategic and commercially focused role that combines corporate brand leadership with project marketing excellence. You will be responsible for executing integrated marketing strategies that engage investors, customers, stakeholders, and partners while ensuring a consistent and compelling market presence across all business activities.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a commercially minded marketing leader to join a high-performing organisation where you can influence, work alongside respected industry leaders, and make a significant contribution to shaping communities and investment opportunities across New Zealand.

This is a 12 month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave.

About You

You are a strategic and commercially astute marketing professional with a proven track record of delivering impactful marketing strategies that drive growth, strengthen brands, and support business objectives. You are equally comfortable operating at a strategic level with senior executives and rolling up your sleeves to ensure marketing initiatives are delivered to a high standard.

With experience in property, investment, construction, real estate, financial services, or a related industry, you understand how to position complex products and services in competitive markets while balancing commercial outcomes with customer and investor engagement.

Skills and Experience Required

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Marketing, Communications, Business, Commerce, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5+ years' experience in a senior marketing role, ideally within property development, real estate, investment funds, financial services, or a similar sector.
• Proven experience developing and executing multi-channel marketing strategies across multiple markets and customer segments.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with senior leaders and contribute to strategic business planning.
• Strong experience in brand management, digital marketing, lead generation, and customer engagement.
• Experience managing external agencies, suppliers, and marketing partners.
• Strong analytical capability with experience using market research, customer insights, and performance data to inform decision-making.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Benefits

We provide a competitive remuneration package and continuous training and development opportunities, along with regular staff and family events.

To find out more about Calder Stewart please visit our website www.calderstewart.co.nz

To submit your application, please apply online.

Applications for this position must have NZ residency.

Calder Stewart is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. A negative drug test result will be a condition of any offer of employment.