Project Manager | Relocate to Hawke's Bay

Looking for your next career move and a lifestyle change? This could be your opportunity to relocate to beautiful Hawke's Bay in a Project Manager role.

This role could be the perfect excuse to make the move to Hawke’s Bay. Offering the best of both worlds: an easy-going lifestyle and a strong professional opportunity. Outside of work, you’ll have beaches, wineries, cycle trails, great restaurants and plenty of sunshine on your doorstep. At work, you’ll be joining a small local team with the backing of Apollo’s experienced national network and the opportunity to get deeply involved in a project from the outset.

About Apollo:

Apollo Projects is a nationwide, award-winning design and build construction company with a history of success in the completion of complex commercial build projects. Not only is our team dedicated to delivering great outcomes for our clients, but we also nurture and preserve our relationships with our consultants, contractors and local communities.

Why us:

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves. To support our team and their well-being, our benefits include:

Competitive salary reflective of your skills and experience

Southern Cross Health Insurance for yourself and discounted rates for your immediate family

EAP support for you and your immediate family, free flu-jabs and access to My Everyday Wellbeing

Joining a small local team in Hawke's Bay, with the support and connection of an experienced national team across New Zealand.

Access development opportunities that build your capability technically and professionally.

Be part of a business that supports community initiatives and takes pride in contributing beyond the projects we deliver.

Company accommodation for personal use in Blenheim

About the Role:

Primarily based in Hawke's Bay, and reporting to the Construction Director, you will take a project from early design through to practical completion; working on behalf of the client but in a very hands-on project management role. Your duties will also include:

Overseeing cost control management, including budget set up, ensuring your finger is on the pulse at all times

Developing a range of programmes in collaboration with site teams, subcontractors and consultants

Alongside the project team, take an active role in managing procurement and contract management

Building a collaborative environment with the client, consulants, subcontractors and colleagues

Proactively contribute to the health & safety strategies on site ensuring safety is a high priority

About You:

You will have excellent commercial construction knowledge, be an action orientated individual that will add value and continuously strive for the best! In addition to this, you will have the following attributes:

A minimum of 7+ years’ experience in a Project Manager role, in the commercial construction environment within New Zealand, preferably in design and build

The ability to be an effective and collaborative team member with a great work ethic and ability to motivate construction teams

Strong communication and leadership skills

Previous experience in Design & Build is advantageous

Confident with the full MS Suite & navigating MS Project software

Experience using Procore & Jobpac would be an advantage

Willing to travel Mon-Fri after project completion if required

• Join Our Legacy
• If you’re looking for a role where your efforts directly contribute to the success of a purpose-driven organisation, this is your chance. Be part of a company that doesn’t just build commercial projects – we build strong relationships and stronger communities.

Click “ Apply Now ” to take the next step in your career. We will review candidates as they come in so send your application in quick and don’t miss out!

• NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
• Please note that Apollo Projects Limited does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Apollo will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Apollo explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Apollo.

• AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.