Project Manager

About the Role:

With business thriving, we are seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced and innovative Project Managers who are interested in joining the Cook Brothers Construction Team from Mid-2025.

You will be a lead by example leader for the Cook Brothers Team, and trade partners whilst working alongside the Quantity Surveyor and Site Manager on Commercial Build Projects. You will have a strong drive to succeed personally and drive and motivate those around you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategically planning and effectively managing all aspects of the construction project
• Liaising with clients and stakeholders while maintaining a high service quality
• Development and maintaining the 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:

• At least 5 years demonstrated Commercial Construction experience
• Strong demonstrated experience as a Project Manager
• Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to be able to develop and grow individuals and the team
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to navigate tough conversations
• Demonstrated planning and program management experience
• A high understanding and compliance of Health and Safety
• Strong negotiation skills
• Demonstrated finance and budgeting skills
• Experience with using project management software
• Experience working on over $10 million dollar projects is highly desired
• A NZ or Australian recognised Trade Qualification (preferred)

About Us:

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, sustainability, and health and safety 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:

• Health insurance
• Career and personal development highly encouraged and supported
• A positive work/life balance
• Inclusive and supportive team environment
• Access to exciting and diverse projects
• Competitive salary package, including a laptop and phone
• Complimentary access to EAP Services
• Equal Opportunities Employer and proud Diversity Works Member

Please note, we are not accepting applications from external recruitment agencies for this role.

Please submit your application via Seek - for more information please email: employment@cookbrothers.co.nz