Construction Manager

Were seeking a Construction Manager to play a key leadership role within our Auckland Northland Transport team. Reporting to the Regional Director of Auckland and Northland youll set and execute our Auckland-wide construction strategy secure a strong construction pipeline and ensure the successful delivery of complex construction programmes.

This is a senior role where safety people leadership client relationships and commercial performance are equally critical.

Why you will enjoy working here Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be offer:

• Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
• $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
• Progression and development programs
• Competitive remuneration and job security with a trusted industry leader
• Opportunities to work on iconic infrastructure projects that make a real difference in communities
• A strong focus on health safety and wellbeing
• Inclusive and supportive team culture where your ideas are valued
• Employee recognition programs and celebrations of success
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
• Career pathways across multiple disciplines and regions within Downer
• Commitment to sustainability and innovation. Be part of shaping a better future

About the role

As Construction Manager you will be accountable for the operational delivery of construction works across Auckland ensuring projects are delivered safely on time to specification and at or above forecast margin.

You will provide strong visible leadership to a large and diverse construction workforce foster a culture of Zero Harm and build high-performing teams capable of delivering both current and future work.

Key responsibilities

• Lead operational delivery to achieve outstanding safety quality programme and financial outcomes
• Build develop and retain a high-performing construction team through clear inclusive leadership
• Work with an experienced team to establish a secure pipeline of work
• Strengthen and maintain strong relationships with clients stakeholders subcontractors and suppliers
• Work with senior leaders to retain existing business and position the business for future opportunities
• Champion a genuine Zero Harm culture and lead by example
• Provide strategic input while ensuring excellence in day-to-day delivery
• Oversee planning estimating budgeting and forecasting across construction activities
• Ensure robust project controls reporting contract administration and claims management
• Drive continuous improvement innovation and best-practice ways of working
• Ensure compliance with all health & safety environmental quality and regulatory requirements

About you

You are a confident and credible construction leader with a proven ability to manage large complex operations and multiple stakeholders. You balance commercial acumen with a strong people-first mindset.

Important Skills Nga Pūkenga Matua

• A strong personal commitment to Zero Harm
• Extensive construction experience delivering complex contracts
• Demonstrated capability in financial performance and margin management
• Proven experience leading and developing large teams
• Strong commercial programme and resource planning skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience managing multiple subcontractors and suppliers
• Ability to chase new work to ensure ongoing sustainability of this team
• The ability to think strategically while delivering operational excellence

Qualifications (desirable):

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering or a related discipline
• Proven business or operational management experience with accountability for people plant and performance

Me pēhea ki te tono How to apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 728404.

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement please talk to our team.