Contract Manager - Siteworks & Road Construction

Overview

Manage civil construction contracts, lead teams, ensure safety, quality, and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• client liaison
• process improvement
• team leadership
• budget monitoring
• project management
• compliance

Tasks

Bring your project management, operational expertise, and people skills to a company that's building more than roads—we're building careers. -Liaise with clients and ensure satisfaction across all projects -Identify opportunities for improvement and drive performance -Lead and support teams, subcontractors, and foremen -Monitor budgets, claims, and project progress -Manage multiple construction projects from pricing through completion -Ensure compliance with SouthRoads safety, quality, and environmental systems

Requirements

• contract management
• finance
• leadership
• planning
• engineering
• communication

What You Bring

SouthRoads is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to lead and deliver projects across our Siteworks and Road Construction teams in Southland and Otago. You will oversee crews and contracts to ensure all work is delivered safely, efficiently, and profitably. You'll plan and programme resources, manage client relationships, and ensure high standards of quality and performance are maintained. Whether you come from a trade background or hold a tertiary qualification in engineering, what matters most is your drive, leadership, and commitment to excellence. -Proven experience in civil or roading contract management -Sound financial and commercial understanding -Strong leadership, planning, and communication skills

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Benefits

This is your chance to work alongside experienced professionals in a relaxed, supportive environment that values your growth. If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a company that invests in its people—apply now! We're after a hands-on leader with a "roll-your-sleeves-up" attitude and a knack for building strong relationships. You'll have -Competitive salary package (work vehicle + phone) -Long-term stability with a respected Southland contractor -Genuine focus on work-life balance -Medical insurance after 12 months' service

About Southroads

-from the Southland District Council works division, later acquired by HW Richardson Group. -Operates throughout Southland, Otago and Central Lakes with a modern fleet and local expertise. -Delivers projects across civil engineering, road maintenance, site development, subdivisions, bridges, driveways, and three‑waters infrastructure. -Recently expanded into rail services via acquisition of Steve McLeod Contracting and launching SouthRail. -Has delivered major works including Katiki Beach erosion protection for NZTA, Wanaka primary school civil works, Dunedin cycleway and large residential subdivisions. -Typical clients include national transport agencies, councils, developers and rural industries (dairy, forestry). -Known for blending local knowledge with ambitious civil and roading projects across diverse terrain.

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