Site Manager at Summerset

Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Site Setup, Logistics, Safety Management, Quality Management, Traffic Management, Construction Management, Subcontractor Oversight, Programme Progress Tracking, Document Control, Problem-Solving, Risk Management, Communication, Negotiation, Mediation, MS Office, MS Project

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Company Description At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents. About the role: We’re looking for an experienced Site Manager to take ownership of the construction and delivery of our retirement village project in Palmerston North — from early planning right through to completion and handover. This is a key leadership role on site, working closely with project leadership, construction delivery teams, and a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. This is a fixed term position for 2 years. Your day-to-day will include: Plan and organise site setup, logistics, and construction activities. Implement and monitor safety, quality, traffic, and construction management plans. Oversee daily subcontractor performance, workflow, and programme progress. Ensure compliance with design documents, specifications, and quality standards. Manage document control, including reports, schedules, projections, and change orders. Identify issues early and provide practical solutions to construction challenges. Track progress, review status updates, and adjust schedules or forecasts as needed. Coordinate and communicate effectively with consultants, contractors, suppliers, authorities, and internal teams. Lead, coach, and support direct reports to maintain high performance and strong team culture. Support completion and handover activities, ensuring smooth transition to Sales and Operations teams. About You: You re an experienced construction leader who thrives on running an organised, safe, and high‑performing site. You’ll Also Bring: Relevant trade qualification and/or degree Proven experience managing commercial construction sites and teams Experience across diverse developments (civil, residential, commercial) Strong commercial acumen and understanding of construction financials Ability to forecast, problem‑solve, and manage risk effectively Excellent relationship‑building, communication, negotiation, and mediation skills Competency in MS Office; MS Project and Last Planner experience preferred (Preferred) Familiarity with NZ Building Code, Site Safe Gold Card, First Aid Why Summerset: At Summerset, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life—including those with transferable skills from other industries. You may not tick all the requirements, and that’s okay; we value what you bring to the table and look at the whole individual. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to thrive. Equal opportunity is at the heart of how we recruit, and we encourage you to bring your unique perspective and passion to our team. Summerset's known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values around care, teamwork and drive for excellence. With some of the best benefits in the sector, some of these include: Exposure to large scale construction projects Supplier discounts Birthday Leave Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on the 22nd of March. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment! Employee Type: Fixed Term Work Location: Kelvin Grove

Responsibilities

The Site Manager will plan and organize site setup, logistics, and construction activities while implementing and monitoring safety, quality, traffic, and construction management plans. Responsibilities also include overseeing subcontractor performance, ensuring compliance with standards, managing documentation, and leading the team through completion and handover.