Renewals Manager - - 43064 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

Higgins Waikato has secured a new long-term contract – NZTA’s Integrated Delivery Contract (IDC) for the region, and we are looking for a Renewals Manager to join the team and lead the planning and delivery of a complex renewals programme across the full year cycle.

Based from our Morrinsville Depot, you will be responsible for turning approved scope into a safe, well sequenced and commercially sound delivery programme, working closely with contract leadership, delivery teams, and external partners.

This role balances hands on programme ownership with strong commercial awareness. You will guide treatment selection, manage change, track risk, and ensure renewals work is delivered to the required standards while meeting contract commitments.

Key responsibilities include:

Plan, manage and deliver the annual renewals programme from approval through to completion
Validate treatment selections using asset condition data and forward works information
Manage scope, variations, and change control to protect programme and commercial outcomes
Lead renewals procurement and oversee subcontractor performance and close out
Monitor programme progress, risks, and forecasts and provide clear reporting to contract leadership
Work closely with internal teams, clients, and site stakeholders to resolve issues early

What You’ll Bring to the Role

To succeed in this role, you will be comfortable owning a renewals programme end to end and working across planning, delivery, and commercial discussions. You will bring:

A tertiary qualification at NZQF Level 5 or higher in construction, engineering, or a related field
At least five years’ experience in renewals, maintenance, or project delivery roles
Experience leading small professional teams and coordinating contractors and consultants
Strong understanding of the construction project lifecycle and renewal delivery environments
Confidence working with asset data, digital delivery systems, and programme planning tools
Clear communication skills and a practical, collaborative approach to leadership

What’s on offer:

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
Educational support for you and your children
School holiday programmes and tutoring support
Discounts with partners including Southern Cross, ANZ, Z Energy, PlaceMakers, Mico, and Samsung

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.