Construction Project Manager

Ventia is looking for a hands-on Construction Project Manager to join our team in the stunning Bay of Islands. This is an opportunity to lead meaningful infrastructure projects while enjoying work-life balance, long-term stability, and a fantastic lifestyle.

About the Role

Based in Puketona (Paihia area), you will take the lead in delivering civil infrastructure projects across the Far North, with a strong focus on roading works, along with associated construction activities.

This is a hands-on, site-driven role where you will be regularly on-site, actively involved in the day-to-day delivery of projects. You’ll be expected to be visible, present, and engaged with crews, providing leadership and direction to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently. Working closely with clients, field teams, and the Construction Manager, you will oversee project delivery from both a practical and leadership perspective, coordinating resources, resolving issues on the ground, and ensuring high standards of safety, quality, and performance are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver projects safely, on time, and to a high standard
• Plan and manage resources, plant, and materials
• Monitor performance and mitigate risks
• Manage budgets, forecasting, and cost control
• Interpret drawings and support site set-out
• Provide technical leadership to teams
• Build strong client relationships
• Support pricing, tenders, and contract risk evaluation
• Drive SHEQ performance and Safe for Life culture
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives

About You

• Strong experience in project management (civil/construction)
• Confident working on-site and in the field
• Strong financial and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in roading or other transport infrastructure projects (desirable)
• Knowledge of NZS3910 contracts (desirable)

Qualifications:

• Class 1 Driver Licence
• Civil Engineering qualification (or equivalent)
• Intermediate MS Office skills

Why Join Ventia?

• Lifestyle & Location – Enjoy living and working in the Bay of Islands, offering easy access to beaches, a favourable climate, and an exceptional outdoor lifestyle.
• Work-Life Balance – Standard hours are within a flexible and supportive team environment that values open communication and balance.
• Stability & Growth – Join a leading infrastructure services provider offering long-term, stable work and strong opportunities for career development.
• Team Culture – Be part of a collaborative and down-to-earth team where communication, support, and flexibility are highly valued.

Ventia Benefits

• Coverage under the Health Essentials plan with Southern cross
• Access to Fitness passport
• Access to learning and development via the Learning Academy
• Fuel and retail discounts via the Boost App

Apply Now

If you’re a confident, hands-on Project Manager ready to take the lead and deliver meaningful projects in a great location, we’d love to hear from you!

About Ventia

As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.  

Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika peoples and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.

How to apply

Click the ‘Apply for job’ button to start the journey to find your further with Ventia.

Position Reference Number: 167463