Company
Redpath Partners is exclusively representing a well-established and high growth main contractor in Queenstown who require an experienced Senior Site Manager to join their team. This business has built a strong reputation for quality delivery, structured systems, and a professional site culture working with a variety of high-end clients. This appointment is driven by a secured pipeline of upcoming work and represents a long-term opportunity for a Senior Site Manager looking to take on site leadership focusing on delivery and systems within a stable and well-supported business.

The role
You will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of site activities, coordinating subcontractors, labour, and suppliers to ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, and to a high standard of quality.

The role requires a hands-on Senior Site Manager who is comfortable leading teams on site, managing programmes , and working closely with a Project Manager & Construction Manager to resolve issues as they arise.

Key responsibilities

• Overall management of site operations and daily activities

• Coordination and supervision of subcontractors and site team including other site managers

• Managing construction programmes, including short-term schedules

• Upholding site safety, quality, and environmental standards

• Chairing subcontractor and coordination meetings

• Managing site records, diaries, progress reporting, and documentation

• Working closely with the Project Manager to drive programme and cost outcomes

• Maintaining professional relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders

Requirements

• Trade or construction qualification

• Proven experience as a Site Manager or Senior Site Manager

• Experience working for either a commercial main contractor or fit-out/refurbishment specialist

• Proficient in Excel, Procure, computer literate, with exposure to programming software

• Strong understanding of site safety systems and quality processes

• Confident reading and interpreting drawings and construction documentation

• Calm, organised, and professional leadership style on site

• Able to manage multiple subcontractors and competing priorities

Benefits

• Excellent salary package on offer depending on experience + vehicle allowance + Kiwisaver

• Exciting secured pipeline of high-end projects, you will be working on a once in a generation project specially within this role

• Strong internal systems and clear project governance, along with a supportive project team

• Personal development planning and wellbeing support

• Growth opportunity with ability to grow into a project management opportunity for the right person

For a confidential discussion, please contact Simon Bryce at Redpath Partners – [email protected]