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General Information

Job Type
Permanent
Category
Construction/Technical
Business
Fletcher Living
Location
Christchurch
Job Reference
42618
Posted Date
25-Feb-2026
Closing Date
25-Mar-2026

Description

About Us

If we could have it our way, people would talk a little less about housing and a lot more about living. That's because we believe the Kiwi dream is bigger than a quarter acre. It’s about living the life you want. So, we create neighbourhoods designed to nurture living in all its beauty, richness and variety. 

Creating spaces for Kiwi families to live in takes new ways of thinking. It means looking at the bigger picture and towards the future. It requires a really open-minded group of innovative people, from all walks of life, coming together in an environment that inspires them.

The Role 

As a Site Manager you will be working with a committed team of construction professionals to deliver a carefully programmed schedule of mixture of stand-alone houses and medium-density terraces. You will build strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers and lead by example, upholding high standards of integrity and Health & Safety. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on variety, teamwork, and the satisfaction of seeing quality projects through from start to finish. 

About You

To be a successful in this role, you will have:

Solid experience overseeing the delivery of residential new builds on a medium to large scale
Demonstrated leadership ability
Outstanding organisation and planning skills
In-depth understanding of construction techniques, methodologies, technologies, and products
Familiarity with design specifications and relevant building legislative requirements
Sound knowledge of health and safety regulations and practices
Excellent communication skills
Computer savvy 

Why Fletcher Living?

We sell completed homes 
This means no last-minute changes or variations on-site, and realistic build times

We work as a Team
You will be interacting with Sales, Design, and QS teams daily so if there is an issue, we can fix it BEFORE it gets to site

We value Health & Safety above everything 
We want to protect you and everyone on our sites, so no cutting corners or compromising people’s safety

We work on large-scale community developments 
You will have exposure to multiple types of builds on one site which can develop your experience and your career

We are based on one site 
No time wasted driving between sites and better control over your jobs

We value our contractors and consider them our Whanau
Our trades get can expect consistent work, decent pay rates (paid on time), and to be treated fairly 

Application Process

If you thrive on juggling timelines and budgets and get a kick out of seeing a plan come together, this could be your next move. Applications should be made by submitting a CV and cover letter outlining your interest, motivation, and what you would bring to this role. Please apply online.

We welcome your individuality. We are enriched by so many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us stronger.