Fitout Project Manager - - 41412 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

As a Fitout Project Manager, you’ll lead the planning and execution of site setups for PlaceMakers and Mico stores across NZ.

This is a varied role that includes greenfield sites, new developments, refurbishments, upgrades, and decommissioning existing sites. Managing the full project lifecycle from early design and concept development, through approvals and consents, scheduling, site preparation and construction, to final installations and handover. Working closely with internal teams, suppliers, contractors and local councils bringing fitout plans to life, ensuring every site is delivered on time, on budget, and to a high standard.

Create and manage detailed project plans, track progress against milestones, and maintain oversight of budgets and timelines across multiple concurrent projects
Oversee the installation of racking, signage, merchandising, and infrastructure, ensuring all elements meet design intent, safety protocols, and compliance standards
Take charge of on-site deliveries, coordinating installation activities to minimise disruption to operations
Plan & manage smaller non-fitout projects from end to end such as lighting upgrades or minor building extensions
Identify potential challenges early and implement solutions to avoid delays and cost overruns
Build strong working relationships with designers, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors to ensure high-quality execution and accountability
Manage council consenting processes, including the preparation and submission of resource and building consent applications

This is a permanent, 40 hour per week full-time role Monday to Friday based at our Support Office in Penrose. National travel is required to oversee projects on-site.

About you:

Success in this role means seeing a concept come to life on time, on budget, and ready for trading. You’ll bring relevant experience in project or construction management, ideally with an understanding of fit-outs, trade environments, or store commissioning providing project leadership and direction acting as our eyes and ears on the ground.

Strong understanding of construction processes, building materials, and NZ building regulations & legislation
Skilled in scheduling, workflow coordination, contract preparation, and stakeholder negotiations
Confident reading and interpreting drawings, plans, and specifications
Proficient in project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar
Excellent written and verbal communication
Commercial awareness to deliver practical solutions while managing risk
Ability to work effectively under pressure, show resilience and patience
Flexibility to travel as and when required
A bachelor’s degree in project, construction management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field is advantageous

Our Benefits:

Competitive base salary and staff-buying privileges.
Genuine development opportunities that come with being part of the wider Fletcher Building Group.
Women in Sales initiative - a dedicated programme whose core focus is on providing opportunities to women in our network to upskill, learn, grow and achieve their personal and career aspirations.
Health & Wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme.

Join Us: We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. If this role interests you but you feel you don’t quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.

Pre-employment checks will include references, a medical assessment, drug and alcohol testing, a criminal background check, and confirmation of your legal right to work in New Zealand indefinitely.

We are proud of the incredible diversity of people who make up our business! As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create an inclusive environment for all our employees across our national network of branches throughout New Zealand.