Site Manager

6 days ago

Te Rapa Waikato, New Zealand Livingstone Building Full time NZ$80,000 - NZ$120,000 per year

The Role

We are looking for a Site Manager with experience in commercial construction and team leadership to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to our high standards.

As a Site Manager, you will uphold Livingstone values and purpose on site. You will oversee all daily activities on site, priortise safety and meet deadlines without compromising on quality and excellence. The ideal candidate will thrive on job variety, excel in leadership and reporting, and possess strong commercial building experience.

Responsibilities are:

  • Read and interpret plans and specifications
  • Oversee foremen, carpenters and apprentices as well other sub-contractors
  • Deliver toolbox talks and H&S inductions
  • Identify and manage site risks as well as monitor QA & QC
  • Manage client expectations and work collaboratively with all site staff

Qualities and Qualifications that we are looking for:

  • Trade carpentry qualification
  • 5+ years' experience in a hands-on carpentry position and site management
  • Excellent communication and planning skills
  • Ability to work with a diverse team
  • Familiar with MS Office, Procore, MS Project
  • People management and leadership
  • Strong commitment to best practices in Health & Safety, Sustainability, and Environmental standards.

About Livingstone

Livingstone Building is a family-owned business, has expanded over 70+ years into a highly respected construction company, and have a strong presence in Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Taranaki. We have formed long lasting relationships with clients in the education, healthcare, retail, hospitality, and industrial sectors. With every project, we deliver innovation and excellence.

Visit to learn more about us.

What's on offer:

  • Competitive salary
  • Medical Insurance after 12 months of service
  • 10 weeks of parental leave top up
  • Personal and professional development
  • Fun, supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Flexible, family oriented organisational culture
  • Trade discounts

Pre-employment drug testing and Ministry of Justice checks are part of our recruitment process. You must be living and working in New Zealand to be considered for this position.

If you're excited about joining the Livingstone family, apply now.

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