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Project Manager - Main Commercial ContractorHarper Smith Recruitment • Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Project Manager - Main Commercial Contractor

Project Manager - Main Commercial Contractor

Harper Smith Recruitment • Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
8 hours ago
Job description

Harper Smith Recruitment – Tauranga, North Island

Our client delivers a variety of projects across the BOP with pride, precision, and a commitment to excellence. They have evolved as a dynamic 'outside the box' thinking firm in the commercial construction space.

We’re now looking to expand the Project Management & leadership team in their BOP division.

About the Role

As a Senior Project Manager, you'll take the lead on construction projects, guiding delivery teams to execute work safely, on time, to spec, and on budget. You'll be a confident leader & mentor with a sharp commercial focus, responsible for motivating teams and driving performance while upholding the company's values of team culture, fairness, honesty, performance, and collaborative success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage site teams, including Site Managers, Foremen, QSs, and support staff
  • Ensure the successful delivery of projects in line with safety, quality, time, and cost objectives
  • Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers to meet programme requirements
  • Drive a safety-first culture through proactive risk management and compliance
  • Monitor financial performance, budgets, and contract delivery metrics
  • Liaise with internal stakeholders including QS / Estimators
  • Manage site documentation, reporting, and programme updates
  • Maintain strong client and consultant relationships throughout the build lifecycle

What You’ll Bring

  • Proven experience in a Project Manager role within commercial construction in New Zealand
  • Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams
  • Sound knowledge of NZ building regulations, H&S requirements, and contract law
  • Proficiency with construction programmes and site reporting
  • A commitment to quality assurance and defect-free delivery
  • Resilience, initiative, and a solution-focused mindset
  • Benefits

  • Happy to work on a variety of projects including those that shape communities
  • Be part of a values-led, high-performing team
  • Competitive negotiable salary package + vehicle
  • Ongoing opportunities for career growth and development
  • Please note you must have NZ residency in place coupled with notable NZ experience to be considered for this role.

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