BrightSearch Recruitment Looking for Project Manager (NZ) – Sustainable Mass-Timber at Auckland CBD, Auckland Full Time

My client is the largest producer of sustainable mass timber (CLT and GLT) in New Zealand and Australia. With a client list of Tier 1 and 2 construction companies, they have supplied to many landmark buildings across Australasia. 

Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) is a structural wood product, engineered for roof, floor and wall applications. With the solution improving sustainability, and safety & speed in construction, my client is experiencing rapid growth. As a result, they are seeking a new Project Manager to oversee projects in Auckland.

Your Role

Reporting to the Head of Operations, you are a multi-skilled Project Manager, with the ability to plan, forecast and deliver construction projects while controlling cost, labour and quality.

You are a natural leader with the ability to build successful relationships with all stakeholders and to manage projects calmly and decisively.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and forecast projects based on scope of works.
• Manage procurement and delivery of materials.
• Manage client and construction team expectations through proactive and clear communication. 
• Oversee contract administration and performance to meet program needs. 
• Manage time extension requests and site issues.
• Mentor and develop Assistant Project Manager including performance reviews and performance management.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date reporting and construction documentation.
• Provide monthly financial, safety and quality reporting to senior management.
• Ensure OHS, compliance and quality standards are met.
• Adhere to HR and WHS policies and promote a safety-first attitude across sites.

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

• 5+ years’ experience as a qualified builder or construction engineer.
• Ability to provide technical and commercial leadership, preferably in timber construction.
• Experience in off-site manufacturing would be an advantage.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• A positive and proactive attitude. 
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to manage expectations and maintain positive relationships. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including MS Project and Excel. 

Benefits

• Generous salary package, commensurate with experience.
• Manage a range of exciting commercial and residential projects.
• Significant opportunities to advance across the group of businesses, locally and overseas. 
• Join a company with strong family values and a positive culture. 
• Work with the industry leader in sustainable timber solutions that is improving the way the built environment is designed and assembled. 

If you are a Project Manager with a building or engineering background, we would love to speak with you!

How to Apply

Click ‘apply now’ with a current copy of your CV and a covering letter that addresses the criteria above. 

For further information, contact Jess Pearson on +61 421 565 559 or [email protected].