Regional Construction Manager - #309688

Bring your strong civil construction and leadership experience to the fore as Regional Construction Manager in Gisborne.

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated and passionate Regional Construction Manager to take ownership and lead our high performing Construction division in Gisborne. Bring your strong civil construction and collaborative leadership experience to the fore and make this role your own.


Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

In this key leadership role, you'll work closely with the Regional Manager and wider Construction Managers to develop and implement strategies ensuring profitable growth across the business. You will be responsible for overall operational delivery of construction works within the Tairāwhiti region.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Influence and manage construction operations across the region ensuring business plans and strategies are achieved.
• Encourage growth and development of direct reports including Project Managers and Project Engineers by setting clear targets and holding regular performance reviews.
• Work with the Regional Manager to retain an enhance current business and develop capability to deliver on new business opportunities.
• Provide clear and positive leadership and support across the construction team and associated operational teams ensuring successful delivery outcomes.

With a busy forward workload and plenty of exciting projects in the pipeline, this opportunity would suit an effective business leader and communicator. If you enjoy a challenge whilst enjoying a good work/life balance - think good surf, excellent fishing and delicious food with minimal commute times - then this could be the role for you!


Nga Pukenga Matua | Important Skills

As an experienced Construction or Project Manager, you'll bring with you a proven record of putting people first through providing decisive and inclusive leadership to your teams and the wider business. You'll also have:

• Strategic planning skills, focused on delivering BAU with excellence whilst growing our market
• Strong communication skills including the ability to build and maintain relationships
• Demonstrated capability in regards to financial and performance management
• Extensive construction experience in delivering contracts including demonstrated capability in commercial acumen, project controls, programme management and resource planning.

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:

• Company vehicle
• Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
• Discounts for Samsung, Repco, PB Tech and more!
• $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
• Great promotion and career development opportunities

Have a look at our other great benefits here!

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 604169.

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.