Construction Project Coordinators (Auckland / Christchurch)

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Opportunity for a detail-oriented and proactive problem solver
• Enjoy a dynamic, supportive, and collaborative team environment.
• Early January 2026 start, fixed term 6-9 months, rate up to $83,594 (pro rata)
• Te whiwhinga mahi - Our opportunity
• These roles involve coordinating and processing all project information within Kāinga Ora's project management system. The position ensures efficient administrative workflows, maintains accurate project reporting and data management within Plato.As a Construction Project Coordinator, you will play a critical part in ensuring the seamless delivery of housing projects. You will manage key project information in our systems, ensure data accuracy, and support the end-to-end administrative workflow. You will be responsible for complex, multifaceted streams within the programme, to be able to manage the needs, expectations, and at times competing priorities, of a wide variety of stakeholders. This will include supporting in administrative tasks, business change initiatives, tracking and reporting of project and programme parameters, quality assurance and risk and resource management on projects.These roles are part of a highly focused team that work together in the office during set hours Monday to Friday.Opportunities available :
• Newmarket office - fixed term until June 2026
• Newmarket office – fixed term until September 2026
• Addington office – fixed term until September 2026
• Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu - What you will bring
• This position is ideally suited to a programme / project coordinator with a broad base of experience gained in complex environments, and an interest in or desire to learn about housing delivery system. This is well suited for someone who excels in structured environments, enjoys working collaboratively, and has a knack for solving problems.To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate in particular :
• Meets the skills and attributes required to work in an Agile open team-based environment (refer to skills and attributes section in the position description).
• At least 2 years' experience in project coordination or a similar role with demonstrated capability using project management and reporting tools, experience with Plato a distinct advantage.
• Sound basic understanding of residential housing construction process, and ability to interpret building / development plans and capture key relevant information from meetings.
• Works in a structured, well organised way to deliver results- demonstrated ability to prioritise demands, organise, meet deadlines and deliver desired results by taking ownership and using effective self and time management approaches.
• The ability to handle large volumes of information, and capture, analyse and report on information with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Digital savvy and experienced in Oracle, IDP, housing delivery system
• The ability and desire to collaborate and work well in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Demonstrated ability to clearly and concisely convey information and ideas
• Demonstrated numeracy skill with a minimum intermediate level excel
• A proactive approach and an inquisitive nature, with strong relationship management skills
• Excellent prioritisation and time management skills required.We offer competitive salaries, five weeks' annual leave, and flexible working arrangements.As a Kāinga Ora - Homes and Communities employee, we want to make sure that you have all the tools and support you need. We want to ensure you are healthy and have work-life balance.
• Mō mātou - Our Organisation
• At Kāinga Ora, ours is the important responsibility of transforming New Zealand’s housing choices, outcomes and the entire housing sector by creating homes and communities that allow New Zealanders to thrive.What is exciting about working for Kāinga Ora is getting the chance to make a real and positive impact on New Zealanders’ lives. With skills, planning and purposeful action, our people are creating the homes and neighbourhoods that will build the future of Aotearoa.We are passionate about transforming New Zealand for the better. That includes being a trusted partner for Māori and iwi, protecting and enabling their rights, interests and aspirations under the guidance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Ō tātou uara - Our values
• Our values were developed by us, for us. They unite us as an organisation and guide how we work every day. Our values are :
• Manaakitanga – People at the Heart
• Mahi Tahi – Better Together
• Whanake – Be Bold
• Tūhono mai - Join us
• To view the position description and apply for this role, please follow the online process via . Please note : all applicants, including existing employees, need to follow this process. If you have any questions about this role, please contact
• Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress suitable candidates prior to the closing date. This helps us ensure a timely and streamlined recruitment process and supports prompt feedback for all applicants including those impacted by organisational change.
• Applications close on Friday, 21 November 2025 at 11 : 55pm.
• We value diversity and are committed to working with each other and our customers in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference brings to the organisation.
• | Location : | Multiple Locations |

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