Developer and operator of retirement villages across New Zealand, offering independent living and care options.
The role will manage a significant team of 5–8 direct reports and 90–120 indirect staff, championing safety, quality and innovation. You will shape how Summerset delivers world‑class villages across New Zealand and foster a collaborative, can‑do culture aligned with our one‑team values. Strong relationships with supply‑chain partners and key stakeholders are essential for successful delivery.
We are looking for an experienced, values‑driven General Manager – Construction Delivery NZ to lead the strategic and operational delivery of our national construction programme. Reporting to the Chief Construction Officer NZ, you will oversee delivery from early design and pre‑construction through to completion across a diverse portfolio of large‑scale, multi‑phased developments. This senior leadership role carries national influence, accountability for performance, and responsibility for building strong systems, teams and partnerships that support sustainable growth.
The ideal candidate is a senior construction leader with at least 15 years of experience, including five years in senior leadership of large, complex projects. You combine commercial and technical expertise with an inclusive leadership style and have a proven track record in growth environments, risk management and stakeholder engagement. A relevant tertiary qualification, extensive industry experience, and strong communication and solution‑focused mindset are required.
Summerset values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds, recognizing the strength that varied perspectives bring to our team. We offer some of the best benefits in the sector, including flexible working hours with two work‑from‑home days, Southern Cross health insurance, professional development, birthday leave, and clear career progression pathways. The position is a permanent role based in our Auckland office.