Project Manager, Auckland
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RobLawMax Recruitment

Senior Project Manager

  • Posted 5d ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

$180  -  $200 k/yr

Auckland

Job Description

Take the Next Step Into Senior Leadership


Are you an experienced Senior Project Manager ready to move beyond project delivery and take on a broader leadership role?


Our client is a well-established New Zealand-owned civil construction business delivering major infrastructure projects across water, transport, civil structures, and energy.


We are seeking a Senior Project Manager / 2IC to join the Auckland operation and work closely with the Regional Manager and senior leadership team.


This is more than another Senior PM position, it offers a genuine pathway into senior operational leadership.


The Role


You will lead the successful delivery of major civil construction projects and contracts valued at $15M+, while contributing to the overall performance and growth of the Auckland operation.


Key responsibilities include:


  • Lead major civil construction projects from planning through to completion
  • Manage programme, commercial, financial, quality, and H&S performance
  • Lead and develop Project Managers, Engineers, and wider project teams
  • Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and stakeholders
  • Identify commercial opportunities and manage project risks
  • Support resource planning and regional operational performance
  • Contribute to tendering, pre-construction, and business development
  • Work alongside the Regional Manager on business planning and growth


About You


We're looking for a proven contractor-side Project Manager or Senior Project Manager who is ready to take on greater responsibility.


Ideally, you will have:


  • Proven experience delivering $15M+ civil construction projects or contracts
  • Strong civil construction background
  • Senior Project Manager or experienced Project Manager experience
  • Water infrastructure experience, highly desirable
  • Strong commercial and financial management skills
  • Proven leadership and people development capability
  • Excellent client and stakeholder management skills
  • Strong understanding of programme, cost, risk, quality, and H&S
  • A practical, hands-on approach to project delivery
  • Ambition to progress into senior operational leadership


What's On Offer?


  • $180,000 – $200,000 + benefits, depending on experience
  • Genuine 2IC opportunity
  • Direct exposure to the Regional Manager and senior leadership
  • Clear pathway towards Regional Manager / operational leadership
  • Major civil infrastructure projects across Auckland
  • Significant autonomy and responsibility
  • Opportunity to influence business growth and performance
  • Strong long-term career progression
  • Established business with an exciting project pipeline


Ready for Your Next Career Move?


If you're an experienced Senior Project Manager looking to move beyond individual project delivery and play a key role in the wider operation, we'd like to hear from you.


Apply now with your CV for a confidential discussion.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Project Management
  • Commercial Management
  • Financial Management
  • Health & Safety Management
  • Risk Management

Desired Soft Skills

  • Ambition
  • Client Management
  • Leadership
  • People Development
  • Stakeholder Management

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