About us

Kiwi owned and operating since 1910, we are one of the largest commercial construction companies in New Zealand. Operating across 100+ projects nationwide with over 900+ employees, we are known in the industry for delivering high quality projects with the people to match.

Pivotal to our success, our culture is at the heart of everything we do. We offer an enjoyable place to work, career development and exposure to some of the country's largest developments. Naylor Love is shaping the future of construction in New Zealand; join our team today and love your job tomorrow.

The opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pre-Construction Project Manager to join our Waikato/BoP team. This role will provide leadership across a variety of projects and suit an individual who thrives on innovation, collaboration, and challenging the status quo. This is a unique role to our region and an exciting one for an expert Site/Project/Design manager looking for a change. This role is more than just managing tenders and pre-construction processes - it's about driving smarter ways of working, delivering a competitive edge, and adding real value to our projects and our clients.

You will have a minimum of 10 years' experience in the vertical construction industry with a strong track record of delivering large scale profitable projects. You will also have excellent analytical skills to understand and interpret complex technical specifications, drawings and documents to formulate work programmes from them.

Above all, you will be passionate about delivering innovative solutions to our clients and have the aptitude to lead, manage and motivate effective project teams and sub-contractors.

Why work for us

At Naylor Love we understand work isn't only about who you work for; it's also about what you do and your experiences. When you join Naylor Love you will understand the strength of our values and that 'Our People are our Brand'; this is shaped by our employees having ownership of what they do. At Naylor Love, we will help you take charge of your career by giving you growth opportunities along the way. We offer you a stimulating career in a positive team working environment.

In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to a wide range of other benefits including the following:

• Southern Cross Medical insurance for you and your whānau (covers pre-existing conditions)
• Paid parental leave
• Annual skin checks, flu vaccinations and health checks
• Access to children's scholarships to support your tamariki undertaking construction related study
• Staff purchasing benefits
• Volunteer days to give back to your local community
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Access to free independent counselling and support services for you and your family

Applications close on Friday, 21 March 2025.

To view a copy of the position description please copy and paste the following link into your internet browser: https://expressonline.haineslink.co.nz/pdfs/791463_JobDesc.pdf

The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical test including drug screening and be eligible to work in New Zealand either as a resident or by holding a current work visa, preferably in New Zealand.

Naylor Love is an equal opportunities employer and committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion across all areas of our business.

Building people, creating a sustainable future - He Whaihanga Tangata, He Waihanga Anamata Toitū.