Paving Manager

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Paving Manager to lead the delivery of our asphalt surfacing programme across the Waikato. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll take ownership of project delivery, commercial performance, client relationships and the coordination of crews, plant and resources. Working closely with operational and technical teams, you'll help ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

• Lead the planning, programming and delivery of asphalt surfacing projects
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, claims and overall commercial performance
• Coordinate crews, subcontractors, materials, plant and equipment across multiple projects
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers and key stakeholders
• Oversee quality assurance, contract compliance and project risk management
• Lead, mentor and develop engineers, supervisors and operational teams

About You

• A Civil Engineering degree, diploma, or equivalent relevant experience
• At least eight years’ experience across asphalt surfacing, hot mix or aggregates
• Strong project planning, operational management and resource coordination skills
• Experience managing budgets, project costs, reporting and P&L performance
• Sound knowledge of construction contracts, standards and commercial requirements
• A practical and inclusive leader who communicates clearly and builds trusted relationships

What's on Offer

• Senior role, leading established teams delivering a varied portfolio of surfacing projects
• Competitive salary package, with relocation support available
• KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
• In-house technical training and leadership development programmes
• Career opportunities across Higgins and Fletcher Construction
• A range of retail benefits for you and your family to enjoy

Higgins is a leading construction and infrastructure company, proudly building and maintaining roads, bridges, and civil projects that connect communities across New Zealand. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, we deliver projects that make a real difference. At Higgins, you’ll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and career growth – because we believe our people are the foundation of our success.

We're with you on the road ahead

Ko tatou kei a koe i te huarahi kei mua

We are actively looking to fill this role and encourage your early application. Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date.

Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don’t quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.