Construction Manager - - 44319 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

We are looking for an experienced Construction Manager to lead and grow our Waikato civil construction business.

Based in Hamilton and reporting to the Regional Manager, you will be a key member of the regional leadership team with responsibility for leading a large construction team.

You will oversee the delivery of major capital works and civil construction projects, while leading commercial performance, client relationships, business development, and operational delivery across the region.

What you’ll bring to the role:

Extensive proven experience in a similar type of role, with a key focus on capital works
Understanding of the technical, contractual and financial requirements involved in construction and maintenance contracts
Experience in tendering and commercial as well as budgeting, management of P&L and cost control
Strong business acumen & business development capability
Civil Engineering Degree desirable
Proven track record in coaching and mentoring teams, communication and relationship management skills

What's on Offer:

Senior leadership opportunity
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.