Junior Project Manager

Managing Director -Utilities Infrastructure NZ | Polyweld NZ | Site Hire NZ | Haywood Property Group

Join a team building infrastructure that matters — above and below ground.

UINZ Group is growing, and we’re looking for a motivated Junior Project Manager to support our Project Managers and Construction Manager across a range of civil, trenchless, and infrastructure projects in the Canterbury region.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their construction or engineering career who wants to step up, take ownership, and grow into a senior role over time.

About the Role

As a Junior Project Manager, you’ll be involved in the full project lifecycle, helping ensure our projects — including open‑cut and trenchless operations — are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. You’ll work closely with our senior team, gaining hands‑on experience across programme management, cost control, QA, and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with planning and managing construction and trenchless programmes
• Tracking progress and updating schedules
• Identifying and managing design changes
• Supporting site and trenchless crews with documentation and reporting
• Overseeing QA processes and ensuring compliance
• Helping maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Contributing to safety, quality, and environmental standards across all projects

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