Project Manager

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our Southern Lakes team based in Wanaka.

You will be a strong leader for the Cook Brothers Construction team and trade partners, whilst working alongside the Quantity Surveyor & Site Manager on Commercial build projects. You will be driven to succeed personally and drive the success of those around you.

Duties:

• Strategically planning and effectively managing all aspects of the construction project
• Liaising with clients and stakeholders while maintaining a high service quality
• Development of construction programme
• Risk mitigation
• Driving Health & Safety in all aspects of the project,
• Leading cost control and budget reporting
• Meeting Key Performance Objectives of the project
• Focus on quality and sustainability
• Construction methodology and adherence to policies, procedures, relevant codes and acts for self and the team
• Leadership of Site Manager and build team. Ability to work effectively alongside QS

Skills and Experience:

• Must have at least 5 years NZ/AUS project management experience
• At least 7+ years construction experience
• Commercial build experience
• Leadership experience
• Excellent communication skills and ability to navigate tough conversations
• Proven planning & program management experience
• Leadership of Health and Safety
• Strong negotiation skills
• Finance and budgeting skills
• Familiarity with using project management software

About Us

Beginning in Dunedin with modest roots, Cook Brothers Construction has experienced significant growth over the past nineteen years. Today, we proudly serve the Southern Lakes, Wānaka, Canterbury, Otago, and Auckland regions.

We believe in celebrating our achievements, recognising the hard work and dedication that have driven our success. Our team and our projects stand as a testament to this commitment.

Our approach is to inspire rather than manage. We trust our teams to make the best decisions for Cook Brothers Construction, granting them the freedom to act in the company's best interest.

Our pursuit of innovation, quality, client satisfaction, and sustainability drives us to be a national leader in the construction industry. We believe our team is the cornerstone of this ambition.

If you’re eager to be a part of this journey, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

• Flexible Working options available
• Health insurance
• Development through our in-house Sports Psychologist, Software Trainers etc.
• Career and personal development highly encouraged and supported
• Work with a supportive and high performing team
• Good work/life balance
• Social club
• Exciting projects both currently and in the future
• Vehicle + fuel card
• Free access to EAP Services
• We are an Equal Opportunities Employer & Diversity Works Member

For more information please email: employment@cookbrothers.co.nz