Straight from employers' career sites

Construction jobs in New Zealand.

65 open roles, 17 posted this week. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Construction2 days ago

    Building Surveyor (Inspections) | Auckland West

    Auckland Council · 1001-5000 employees

    A local government council providing planning and resource consent services for the Auckland region.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Conducting building inspections · Providing technical advice · Making inspection decisions

    5+ yrsNational Diploma in Building Control Surveying, equivalent Regulation 18 (IANZ) qualification, relevant professional qualification or willingness to achieve accreditation; five years' cumulative relevant experience; Building Act, Building Code and consent-process knowledge; technical plan interpretation; full clean New Zealand Driver Licence

  • Construction2 days ago

    Pre Construction Lead

    Built Environs

    Auckland
    Full time

    Managing tender processes · Developing bid strategies · Preparing compliant submissions

    Relevant tertiary qualification in construction/engineering or equivalent industry experience; experience leading complex construction tenders, bids or submissions; understanding of tender governance, risk management, estimating, programme, design, commercial and construction interfaces; CRM or opportunity pipeline system experience

  • Construction4 days ago
    Wellington
    Full timeManages people

    Coordinating traffic activities · Auditing site setups · Coaching traffic teams

    3+ yrsSTMS Level 1; Class 2 licence; Construct Safe Tier 1; Site Safe Civil Passport; minimum 3 years’ traffic management or civil construction experience; working knowledge of NZGTTM; ability to prepare TMDs; intermediate Microsoft Office skills

    Retirement savingsStudy support
  • Construction4 days ago
    Auckland
    Manages people

    Supervising site activities · Leading site crews · Coordinating project resources

    10+ yrsMinimum 10 years’ experience in civil construction; proven experience supervising construction crews on infrastructure projects; valid driver’s licence

  • Construction4 days ago

    Senior/Building Control Officer Processing

    Thames-Coromandel District Council

    Waikato
    Full time

    Assessing consent applications · Reviewing plans and documentation · Providing technical advice

    Experience in Building Consent Processing or Building Control in New Zealand local government; appropriate Building Control qualification or currently working towards one; sound knowledge of the Building Act 2004, New Zealand Building Code and associated regulations

    Relocation supportGenerous leave
  • Construction4 days ago

    CCC Assessor

    Tauranga City Council · 1001-5000 employees

    A city council providing services and planning for the Tauranga community.

    Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
    Full timeSenior

    Assessing applications · Issuing certificates · Processing compliance schedules

    3+ yrsAt least 3 years' customer-focused administration experience; recognised Regulation 18 building qualification or commitment to complete one; legal right to live and work in New Zealand

    Generous leave
  • Construction4 days ago

    Building Surveyor Inspector |Pukekohe Papakura

    Auckland Council · 1001-5000 employees

    A local government council providing planning and resource consent services for the Auckland region.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Conducting building inspections · Providing technical advice · Making inspection decisions

    5+ yrsNational Diploma in Building Control Surveying, equivalent qualification accepted under Regulation 18 (IANZ), relevant professional qualification, or willingness to work towards Regulation 18 accreditation; at least five years' cumulative experience in building, construction, design, or a regulatory environment; knowledge of the Building Act, Building Code, and building consent processes; experience interpreting technical building plans, specifications, and construction methodologies; full clean New Zealand Driver Licence

  • Construction4 days ago
    Rolleston, Canterbury
    Full time

    Investigating compliance matters · Conducting site inspections · Processing compliance applications

    3+ yrsAt least 5 years’ building industry experience across New Zealand projects; at least 3 years’ regulatory or similar compliance experience; current Class 1 Driver Licence

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveRetirement savings
  • Construction6 days ago

    Site Manager - Contract

    Stellar Recruitment

    Wellington
    Full time

    Running the site daily · Leading health and safety · Coordinating trades and services

    Commercial Site Manager/Foreman experience; carpentry trade background; NZ health and safety/Building Code/consenting/inspection knowledge; drawing and specification interpretation; Site Safe passport; full NZ driver's licence; first aid certificate; live occupied-site experience; Procore/similar experience.

  • Construction6 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Preparing electrical estimates · Reviewing project documentation · Completing material take-offs

    Legal right to work in New Zealand; evidence of right to work

  • Construction6 days ago

    River Works Supervisor

    Environment Canterbury

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Managing contractors · Overseeing project performance · Maintaining flood protection works

    Relevant site and project experience; site and contractor supervision experience; experience managing operation and maintenance works; knowledge of earthmoving, forestry or farm machinery and earthworks operations; full Class 1 driver licence; legal right to work in New Zealand

  • Construction6 days ago

    Senior Building Control Officer

    Stratford District Council - Te Kaunihera ā Rohe o Whakaahurangi

    Stratford, Taranaki
    Full timeSenior

    Processing consent applications · Conducting site inspections · Providing technical advice

    Advanced knowledge of the Building Act 2004 and NZ Building Code(s); technical qualifications complying with Reg 18 of the Building (Accreditation of Building Consent Authorities) Regulations 2006

  • Construction6 days ago

    Quantity Surveyor

    Leighs Construction Ltd

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Managing project financial performance · Administering subcontract packages · Assessing variations and changes

    5+ yrs5+ years’ relevant quantity surveying experience; recognised and relevant Quantity Surveying qualification; experience on large-scale commercial construction projects; New Zealand residency or valid New Zealand work visa; pre-employment medical check, including drug and alcohol testing; Ministry of Justice criminal history check

  • Construction6 days ago

    Senior Quantity Surveyor

    Leighs Construction Ltd

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Managing commercial documentation · Developing project budgets · Negotiating subcontractor procurement

    10+ yrs10+ years’ relevant quantity surveying experience; recognised relevant professional Quantity Surveying qualification; experience on large-scale commercial construction or major infrastructure projects; New Zealand residency or valid New Zealand work visa; pre-employment medical and criminal history checks

  • Construction6 days ago
    Dunedin, Otago
    Full time

    Completing project rotations · Developing construction skills · Proposing creative solutions

    Student or recent graduate in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying; Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or New Zealand citizen; able to relocate to various sites and projects

  • Construction6 days ago
    Hamilton, Waikato
    Full timeSeniorManages people

    Leading construction teams · Overseeing capital works · Managing regional operations

    Extensive proven experience in a similar role focused on capital works; understanding of technical, contractual and financial requirements of construction and maintenance contracts; experience in tendering, commercial work, budgeting, P&L management and cost control

    Relocation supportRetirement savings
  • Construction6 days ago
    Dunedin, Otago
    Contract

    Managing project budgets · Administering commercial contracts · Leading procurement activities

    10+ yrsA tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline; at least 10 years’ Quantity Surveying experience; senior QS experience on large civil, construction, infrastructure or energy projects

    Retirement savings
  • Construction9 days ago

    Building Surveyor Inspector | Henderson Hub

    Auckland Council · 1001-5000 employees

    A local government council providing planning and resource consent services for the Auckland region.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Conducting building inspections · Advising on compliant practices · Maintaining inspection records

    5+ yrsRelevant building qualification or willingness to work towards one; at least 5 years’ cumulative building-related experience; full, clean NZ driver’s licence

  • Construction9 days ago
    Auckland
    Full timeSenior

    Leading trade procurement · Administering construction contracts · Managing project cost forecasts

    3+ yrsRecognised tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics; 3+ years’ quantity surveying experience with a New Zealand main contractor or commercial builder; valid full New Zealand Driver Licence; current New Zealand working rights

  • Construction11 days ago

    Building Surveyor (Inspections)

    Auckland Council · 1001-5000 employees

    A local government council providing planning and resource consent services for the Auckland region.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Conducting building inspections · Providing technical advice · Making inspection decisions

    5+ yrsNational Diploma in Building Control Surveying, equivalent Regulation 18 qualification, relevant professional qualification, or willingness to work towards Regulation 18 accreditation; five years' experience in building, construction, design or regulatory work; knowledge of building legislation and consent processes; interpreting technical plans; full clean New Zealand Driver Licence

  • Construction11 days ago

    STMS

    Higgins · 5001+ employees

    A leading New Zealand building products business focused on supply planning and operational excellence.

    Wellington
    Full timeManages people

    Managing site traffic · Leading traffic controllers · Ensuring regulatory compliance

    STMS qualification with Category A, B and C practising; full clean New Zealand Driver’s License, minimum Class 1; previous experience mentoring and supervising crews; proven traffic industry experience

    Study support
  • Construction11 days ago

    Construction Engineer

    Fulton Hogan · 5001+ employees

    A construction company focused on infrastructure, community wellbeing, and sustainable delivery.

    Kaitaia, Northland
    Full time

    Planning construction projects · Monitoring project progress · Building stakeholder relationships

    2+ yrsMinimum 2 years' experience in civil construction, engineering, or project delivery; relevant tertiary qualification in engineering or a related field

    Parental leaveRetirement savings
  • Construction15 days ago

    Senior Building Surveyor | Consent Processing | Auckland CBD

    Auckland Council · 1001-5000 employees

    A local government council providing planning and resource consent services for the Auckland region.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Reviewing consent plans · Mentoring processing officers · Developing training initiatives

    Extensive building industry experience; experience in similar positions; sound understanding of the building consent process and relevant legislative requirements; Regulation 18 compliant qualifications; technical competency at Com1 or above

  • Construction16 days ago

    Senior Quantity Surveyor - Wellington

    Downer · 5001+ employees

    A leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand, planning, creating, and sustaining assets and infrastructure.

    Lower Hutt, Wellington
    Full time

    Preparing payment claims · Managing subcontract procurement · Maintaining cost forecasts

    7+ yrsTertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Commercial Management or related discipline; at least seven years of quantity surveying or commercial experience in construction or infrastructure; working knowledge of New Zealand construction contracts and the Construction Contracts Act 2002

  • Construction16 days ago

    Senior Project Engineer

    Icon · 5001+ employees

    A global clinical research organization supporting sponsor-dedicated trials and advancing treatments.

    Auckland
    Full timeSenior

    Coordinating project delivery · Managing procurement · Coordinating subcontractors

    5+ yrsProject coordination experience in a large construction team; tertiary degree; 5–10 years’ experience in large-scale vertical build projects; large-scale vertical build project experience from $70m

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Construction16 days ago

    Divisional Manager

    Fulton Hogan · 5001+ employees

    A construction company focused on infrastructure, community wellbeing, and sustainable delivery.

    Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
    Full timeSeniorManages people

    Leading surfacing delivery · Driving resource planning · Overseeing financial performance

    3+ yrsMinimum 3 years' experience leading operational teams in surfacing, civil construction or a closely related field; BE, NZCE, or significant industry experience in asphalt laying and/or chipseal surfacing operations and specifications

    Parental leaveRetirement savings
  • Construction16 days ago
    Wellington

    Preparing construction cost estimates · Supporting ECI tender processes · Developing subcontractor relationships

    10+ yrs10 years' experience as an Estimator on commercial construction projects; relevant degree or diploma; knowledge of the New Zealand construction market; pass a pre-employment drug test and medical

  • Construction16 days ago

    Quantity Surveyor

    Stellar Recruitment

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Preparing construction estimates · Managing progress claims · Identifying project variations

    5+ yrsMinimum 5 years’ experience in the NZ market; current NZ driver licence

  • Construction16 days ago

    Services Coordinator

    Icon · 5001+ employees

    A global clinical research organization supporting sponsor-dedicated trials and advancing treatments.

    Auckland
    Full timeSenior

    Coordinating services packages · Reviewing technical documentation · Tracking procurement and commissioning

    2+ yrsQualification in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience; 2-5+ years' experience in a similar construction role; exposure to mechanical, electrical and hydraulic building services; ability to interpret technical documentation; proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction management systems

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Construction16 days ago
    Manawatu District, Manawatū-Whanganui

    Managing project finances · Monitoring project budgets · Reviewing progress claims

    7+ yrs7 years' experience on mid-to-large commercial construction projects; degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying or similar; excellent NZ contract law knowledge; full New Zealand driver's licence

About construction jobs in New Zealand

There are 65 roles open for construction jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 17 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 59 full time.

Most are in Auckland (20), Wellington (13) and Canterbury (9).

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There are 65 roles open for construction jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 17 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

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