Groundfix is a national award-winning specialist civil and geotechnical contracting firm who are renowned for high-quality work and technical expertise. Our open and straightforward approach ensures that everyone understands what's required to deliver a project from start to finish. ABOUT THE ROLE
Based in Auckland, the position is responsible for overseeing and managing day to day operation of projects throughout the country and supporting Groundfix site supervisors, ensuring allocated contracts and projects meet all health & safety, financial, time, quality, and contractual obligations. You'll work closely with the senior leadership team, providing you with substantial exposure and growth opportunities with a focused team environment. Groundfix undertakes a wide range of projects across the geotechnical, slope stabilisation and foundation construction industries, so you will need to be able to manage multiple projects with varied work scope simultaneously and be willing to travel for work as required. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Delivery of projects to a high standard and provide a quality service to our clients
Full project ownership from tender award to final completion.
Arrange, direct and monitor on-site construction activities of multiple projects simultaneously to ensure all projects meet our commercial, quality, environmental and health and safety objectives
Creation of a project plan and programme to ensure maximum efficiency and track progress against the baseline programme
Preparation of commercial forecast and tracking of actual costs against the forecast
Preparation and submission of detailed notices, variation / EOT claims, payment claims and project reports / update to clients in a timely manner
Procurement of key materials, plant and subcontractors
Provide a clear communication link between Groundfix and our clients, designers, suppliers, subcontractors and stakeholders
Preparation and submission of internal project reports to senior management
Create, nurture and maintain strong client relationships
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Minimum 5 years' experience in Project Management of Civil Infrastructure projects
Minimum 3 years' experience supervising or managing geotechnical construction works, either ground anchoring, soil nailing, shotcrete, retaining or piling.
Ability to build and maintain working relationships with people from a variety of backgrounds
Strong eye for detail, good use of initiative and strong problem-solving skills.
Practical and organized with a 'can do' attitude and willing to learn new skills.
Clear communication skills and the ability to liaise with client representatives in a professional and courteous manner.
Full, clean NZ driving licence
Relevant qualifications in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Geology or a related field are preferred, however significant industry experience will be considered in place of formal qualifications.
BENEFITS
Become an integral part of a growing company
Development opportunities with future growth
Work on exciting and unique projects
Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and be prepared to undergo and pass a pre-employment police check and medical assessment, including a drug and alcohol test. #J-18808-Ljbffr
