Lead the Ruakākā solar farm build, delivering on time, on budget, to the highest quality standards! Full-time, fixed-term, approx 12-18 months.
About New Energy
As New Zealand’s leading construction provider of high-quality, large-scale renewable energy generation, we partner with similar-minded companies to bring innovation and efficiency to the renewable energy sector. Our vision goes beyond conventional boundaries in pursuit of solutions that redefine industry standards to make projects quicker, easier and more cost-effective for our partner companies to achieve.
Job Description
The Construction Manager oversees all on-site construction activities to ensure safe, efficient project delivery that meets OTIFIS standards (On Time, In Full, In Specification). This role drives team, material, and workflow coordination; works closely with Senior Supervisors and Management; and is accountable for planning, progress tracking, SOP and safety compliance, and performance reporting. With oversight across multiple construction work fronts, the Construction Manager leads briefings, mentors site leaders, resolves issues, and ensures continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities include:
Lead all on-site construction activities to meet project timelines, specifications, and budget.
Act as delegate for the Project Manager when required, ensuring smooth site operations.
Maintain and monitor 3-week lookaheads, forecasting tools, and workflow efficiency.
Manage subcontractors, permits, work requests, and quality of completed works.
Oversee site safety in collaboration with the HSE Lead, ensuring compliance with all protocols and SOPs.
Mentor and support Senior Supervisors to achieve daily targets and high standards.
Drive quality assurance by addressing gaps, planning training, and ensuring documentation is accurate and up to date.
Provide technical oversight across key build activities (e.g., piling, framing, cable reticulation, module installation).
Foster a professional, collaborative, and safety-first culture across the site.
Desired Skills and Experience
Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills.
Proven construction/project management and civil works experience (3+ years).
Project Management certification and degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Construction Engineering.
Ability to read and interpret construction plans and schedules.
Excellent time management, organisation, and problem-solving abilities.
Sound knowledge of health & safety best practices.
Physically fit, reliable, and team-oriented with a positive approach.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
First Aid Certificate and relevant machinery/HSE certifications (e.g., WTR, EWP, WAH, Forklift) advantageous.
Full NZ Class 1 Driver License (Class 2 preferred).
Missing a few attributes or level of experience that we’re looking for?
Don’t let that hold you back. If you’ve got the right attitude, we want to hear from you! Apply now!
Please note, candidates must have the right to work in NZ and drug and alcohol testing applies.
For more information, please contact us via email at recruitment@newenergy.nz.
