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Site Manager Residential Construction

Site Manager | Otago, New Zealand
Title
Site Manager Residential Construction
Reference
4036743
Salary
100k -125k + Work Ute
Contract
Permanent / Full Time
Industry
Site Manager
Location
Otago
Our client is seeking an experienced Site Manager to join their growing Queenstown team. You’ll take ownership of residential housing projects, leading site operations from start to finish while ensuring quality, safety, and programme targets are consistently achieved.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established construction company with a strong reputation for delivering quality homes, a supportive team culture, and a solid pipeline of work across the region.
Whether you’re an experienced Site Manager or a proven Foreman ready to take the next step, this role offers the chance to develop your career while enjoying everything Queenstown has to offer.

What’s In It For You?

  • Salary package of $100,000 – $125,000 depending on experience
  • Company vehicle, phone, and laptop provided
  • Lead a variety of residential housing projects from commencement through to completion
  • Work with a supportive leadership team that values its people
  • Genuine opportunities for career development and progression
  • Secure pipeline of work with a respected local builder
  • Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of living and working in Queenstown

About the Role:
As Site Manager, you’ll be responsible for the day-to-day management of residential construction projects, ensuring successful delivery across all stages of the build.
Working closely with the Project Manager, you’ll coordinate subcontractors, manage site programmes, maintain quality standards, and create a safe and productive working environment.
This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong organisation, effective communication, and the ability to build positive working relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and site teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise all on-site construction activities
  • Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site resources
  • Monitor project timelines and manage site programmes
  • Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
  • Maintain strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders
  • Uphold quality control throughout all stages of construction
  • Promote a positive health and safety culture on site
  • Identify and resolve issues proactively to keep projects progressing

What We’re Looking For

  • Trade-qualified Carpenter, Foreman, or experienced Site Manager
  • Proven experience delivering residential construction projects in New Zealand
  • Strong leadership and people management skills
  • Ability to build positive working relationships across all levels
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Comfortable using iPads and digital construction management systems
  • Strong understanding of Health & Safety requirements
  • Positive attitude with a solutions-focused approach

Why Queenstown? Enjoy a lifestyle that’s hard to beat. From skiing and mountain biking to hiking, fishing, and lake activities, Queenstown offers exceptional opportunities to enjoy the outdoors while building your career with a successful construction company.

Apply now or contact Kelly at Mills Recruitment on 022 079 8206 for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

Salary
100k -125k + Work Ute
Contract
Permanent / Full Time
Ref #
4036743
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