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

This is a senior, influential role where you'll set the standard for how planning is done across our projects - from tender through to delivery.

As the South Island functional lead for planning, you'll work closely with project and operational leaders and our national planning function to deliver consistent, high-quality, data-driven programmes that actively manage risk, unlock opportunities, and give us a genuine competitive edge.

You'll also play a key role in developing our people - building a long-term resource plan, mentoring cadets, and developing our internal capability.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading construction planning and programming across South Island projects

• Developing with our Operational and Project leads competitive, contract-compliant programmes from tender through delivery

• Working closely with Project Managers to monitor progress, manage change and mitigate risk

• Establishing programme baselines, tracking performance and reporting key milestones

• Driving collaborative planning workshops with project teams and stakeholders

• Providing clear, practical programme advice to support decision-making

• Developing metrics to ensure we are more data driven with our planning and programming creation and execution

• Benchmarking performance and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement

• Building planning capability, mentoring others and shaping future talent pathways

What we're looking for

You'll be a confident planning professional who enjoys working closely with project teams and influencing outcomes.

You'll ideally bring the following:

• Relevant qualifications and experience in construction or project management

• Strong experience in construction programming and planning on commercial projects

• The ability to lead, influence and collaborate across multiple stakeholders

• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong risk awareness

• Excellent communication and reporting skills

• A commitment to quality, consistency and continuous improvement

• Proficient in Microsoft Project

This role is ideally based in Christchurch, with some travel across the South Island as required.

If you're ready to step into a role where your planning expertise will truly shape project outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Naylor Love?

Naylor Love is a first-tier commercial construction company and considered in the industry as "one of the best". We offer a positive and professional environment with a great culture, and we care for our team.

Pivotal for our success, we believe, are our people and our values. We offer an enjoyable place to work, career development and wellbeing programmes to enhance your working environment and ensure that each day at work is rewarding and meaningful.

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

• Access to purchase additional 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 confidential counselling and support services for you and your family

Applications close on Monday, 16 March 2026

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/803022_JobDesc.pdf

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

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.