Foreperson - - 42042 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

Looking for a role where you can take on complex challenges, grow your skills, and be part of something bigger? At Brian Perry Civil, we’re shaping careers, communities, and the future of ground engineering - this is your chance to make a real impact.

About the Role

As a Foreperson - Foundations with Brian Perry Civil, you’ll take the lead on delivering complex piling, deep foundations, and marine works across major infrastructure projects. You will coordinate daily site operations, oversee foundations plant and crews, and ensure all work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality.

This role is hands-on and pivotal. You'll work closely with the project teams and subcontractors to drive performance and maintain momentum on technically challenging projects, often in marine or constrained environments.

Oversee foundations plant and labour resources, ensuring the right people and equipment are in the right place at the right time.
Drive performance by ensuring quality, cost, safety, and productivity targets are met.
Monitor progress and problem-solve to keep projects moving efficiently.
Organise and oversee daily construction tasks to meet programme and quality standards
Monitor productivity, identify risks, and implement solutions to keep projects on track
Ensure health, safety, and environmental controls are applied and documented
Coach and support team members, fostering skill development and teamwork
Maintain accurate records for progress, quality, and compliance

What You’ll Bring

Trade qualification preferred, with demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors and foundation crews
Minimum 5 years’ experience in piling, deep foundations, or marine/civil infrastructure work, including supervision
Strong practical knowledge of piling techniques, marine construction methodologies, foundations plant, temporary works and safe lifting practices.
Proven ability to lead teams in high-risk and complex environments
Solid understanding of HSEQ principles, with the ability to set expectations and lead by example
Excellent organisational and time management skills under pressure
Strong communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with crews, stakeholders and project teams.

About Us

At Brian Perry Civil, part of the Fletcher Building Group, we’re specialists in ground engineering and civil construction, delivering some of the most complex and technically challenging projects across New Zealand and the South Pacific. From foundations and marine works to three waters infrastructure, our work goes beyond construction - we’re shaping communities, protecting environments, and building a legacy of innovation. We thrive on bold thinking, collaboration, and a commitment to safety and sustainability.

Why Join Us?

Join us and be part of a team that’s Better Together, where your career can grow alongside projects that make a real impact. At Brian Perry Civil, you’ll enjoy:

Competitive remuneration package
In house technical training and leadership development programmes
Access to educational funds for you and your children
Retail discounts at Z energy, PlaceMakers, Mico, Samsung + more
Market-leading parental leave policy
Fletcher Building share scheme options

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.