Site Manager - Residential Construction
Ultimate Builders is seeking a motivated Site Manager to join our growing residential construction team in Canterbury. With a large project currently underway in Rangiora and a growing workload around greater Christchurch, this role is suitable for someone based anywhere in the wider Christchurch area.
This opportunity is ideal for an experienced builder, foreman or Site Supervisor ready to step into a formal management role. You’ll work closely with our Canterbury Construction Manager and the wider Ultimate team, supporting you in developing your leadership capabilities.
What You’ll Be Doing
Programme & Subcontractor Management
- Plan, manage, and maintain construction schedules across multiple residential sites
- Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers to keep projects on track.
- Identify and resolve delays, resourcing issues, and sequencing conflicts.
- Run regular site meetings and communicate expectations clearly
Quality Control
- Ensure all work meets company standards, building codes, and consent requirements.
- Conduct inspections and quality checks throughout the build process.
- Identify and rectify defects early.
- Manage post-handover items and client walk-throughs
- Maintain accurate site documentation and reporting.
Health & Safety
- Lead site safety in line with company policy and NZ legislation
- Implement and monitor Site-Specific Safety Plans.
- Conduct inductions, toolbox talks, and audits.
- Promote a proactive safety culture.
About You
- Residential construction experience as a senior tradesperson or site supervisor
- Strong understanding of NZ building practices and sequencing
- Confident in coordinating subcontractors and juggling multiple sites
- Basic computer literacy, including familiarity with Microsoft Office
- Experience with project management software (Buildertrend or similar)
- Organised, communicative, and solutions-focused
- Hold a current LBP or eligibility to apply for LBP preferred.
- Able to work independently
- Full NZ driver’s licence
What We Offer
- Medical insurance and Employee Assistance Programme
- Supportive leadership and strong head office backing
- Positive team culture
- Long-term career opportunity in a growing business
- Work vehicle, laptop and phone
If you’re ready to take the next step in your construction career and move into site management, we’d love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion, you can contact Hanna Lowery at QJumpers HR Assist on 027 893 9358.
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