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Project Manager
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Location:
Christchurch, New Zealand
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
20 August 2026
What they need
Design & Build Construction | Regional Canterbury
A highly respected Design & Build contractor is entering a new phase of growth and is looking to appoint a Project Manager to join its South Island team, leading the delivery of a major new construction project in regional Canterbury
Having partnered with this business for many years, I've seen first-hand they genuinely invest in their team and have built an outstanding reputation for delivering complex projects while developing long-term careers.
The Opportunity
Based on site, you'll take ownership of a large, technically challenging Design & Build project, leading the planning, design coordination, reporting and successful delivery from start to finish.
Working closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors and site teams, you'll ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to an exceptional standard of quality while building strong relationships and consistently exceeding client expectations.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll be trusted to make decisions, solve problems and deliver outstanding outcomes.
Travel & benefits
The project is based in Regional Canterbury, so you'll be comfortable working away from home Monday to Friday. All travel, accommodation and Living Away From Home Allowances are provided, allowing you to focus on the project while enjoying your weekends back at home.
About You
This role would suit a Project Manager who has successfully delivered large commercial or industrial construction projects valued at $20m+, enjoys technical challenges and takes pride in delivering projects through a collaborative, team-focused approach.
- Proven Project Management experience with a commercial contractor
- Success delivering large commercial or industrial construction projects
- Trade or tertiary construction qualifications
- Strong planning, programming and NZ contract management skills
- A collaborative leadership style
- Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
- Flexibility to work away from home Monday to Friday
What's On Offer
- Lead a technical Design & Build project from start to finish
- Secure pipeline of work in an expanding market sector
- Five weeks annual leave plus generous wellbeing benefits
- Ongoing professional development and career progression
- Fully paid travel and accommodation
- Living Away From Home Allowance
- Long-term job security with a business committed to investing in its people
If you're looking for more than just another Project Manager role and want to join a company where you'll be trusted, supported and given the opportunity to lead quality projects then get in touch.
I've partnered with this business for many years and can genuinely provide an inside perspective on their leadership, culture and career opportunities. It's been rewarding to see many of the people I've introduced build long, successful careers with them .
Apply online or contact:
Simon Field
Senior Recruiter
[email protected]
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