Contract Scotland Looking for Construction Manager – Christchurch at Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Full Time

Contract Scotland are working with a leading main building contractor to identify a Construction Manager from the UK/Scotland who are interested in moving to Christchurch, New Zealand.

We are currently seeking an experienced Construction Manager to join the team working on the Scott Base Redevelopment Project, based in Timaru, New Zealand. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a project that will be remembered in years to come.

The project brief is to build three interconnecting buildings, accommodating up to 100 people, in sections on the Timaru site, transport and load them onto a ship, sail them across the Southern Ocean, and assemble them in Antarctica. This unique construction methodology and delivery have been specially created for the conditions in Antarctica, this has never been done before.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional skills in leadership, communication, planning, technical knowledge, innovation and demonstrate a passion for mentoring and developing team members further underscores their role in building a successful and harmonious work environment.

This position is based in Timaru and will require periodic travel to Christchurch.

Key Responsibilities

• Foster positive team culture, provide direction, support, and celebrate successes.
• Ensure safe, high-quality, and on-time construction with trade knowledge and expertise.
• Collaborate on project sequencing, program short-term tasks, and maintain schedules.
• Manage budgets, liaise with stakeholders, control expenditures, and report variances.
• Implement quality assurance, oversee inspections, tests, and prioritize safety.

Skills And Experience Required

• Trade background with substantial related experience in management roles as Site Manager or Senior Site Manager
• 10+ years experience managing construction projects, including those exceeding £20 million in Scotland/the UK
• Notable experience working with Tier 1 main contractors in the UK on the delivery of large building projects in sectors such as healthcare, education, commercial and leisure
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Experience leading and supporting staff on complex projects

This is a great opportunity to join a proud, passionate, and dedicated team within a stable business that values work/life balance and gives our employees a real opportunity to develop their career experience and their character!

Employing a team of over 250 across New Zealand and with a successful track record in delivering building projects of £30m to £200m in value over 25+ years, this is a thriving and secure business.

Better still, their leadership team includes people from Scotland who originally relocated to this fantastic country over 20 years ago, so they understand what is involved in relocating from the UK and are set up to support anyone making the move, offering assistance with relocation (including flights, any shipping of possessions, visas, initial accommodation etc).

Contract Scotland have over 15 years’ experience in supporting construction, property & engineering professionals looking to relocate to Australia, Canada and New Zealand. We can share everything that you need to know and work closely with you throughout the process, even putting you in touch with other professionals who have previously made the move from Scotland & the UK.

If you would be interested in hearing more details about relocating to New Zealand or indeed about other International roles then please apply to discuss further.

Legal Information

Contract Scotland acts as an employment agency for permanent work and acts as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in Scotland/the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

At Contract Scotland, we value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.