My client is a leading Civil Contractor with a proven track record delivering large scale infrastructure projects across New Zealand. With a major project underway in Canterbury, we are seeking a Zone Manager to take ownership of a critical section of the ongoing works.
This is a senior leadership position, responsible for managing construction across multiple work fronts. You’ll lead teams, drive delivery performance, and play a key role in ensuring successful project outcomes. This role is ideally suited to someone stepping up from a Senior Project Engineer or Project Manager position within a Tier 1 or Tier 2 environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors
- Drive planning, coordination, and resource allocation
- Lead safety, quality, and environmental performance on site
- Ensure works are delivered in line with contractual obligations, safety and high quality
- Track progress, productivity, and key milestones
- Previous experience working within a Tier 1 (or large Tier 2) civil contractor
- A tertiary qualification in engineering or a related discipline
- 10 or more years of experience in civil Construction, ideally with exposure to major infrastructure projects
- Strong technical understanding across civil disciplines (earthworks, roading, drainage, structures)
- Proven ability to manage multiple work fronts and drive programme delivery
- Highly developed leadership and team management skills
- Commercially aware with experience managing budgets and project performance
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management capability
- Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
- Competitive salary - $140,000 - $175,000 (Experience dependent)
- Relocation assistance, vehicle and company benefits
- Senior leadership role with long term growth potential
- Exposure to a major infrastructure project, strong team and stable workload
- Experience the lifestyle of Canterbury with vast adventure activities, a brand new stadium for sport and concerts, along with a City with a small town vibe
If you're looking for a change in your role and a confidential conversation, now is the time to get in touch with Max Goodman from Stellar Recruitment at Max.g@stellarrecruitment.co.nz or call 021 192 4899.
