Job Description

Role Title: Construction Foreperson

Location:  Cromwell, Central Otago

Contract Type: Permanent Full Time

Nau mai, haere mai ki a Fulton Hogan | Join us at Fulton Hogan

We’re looking for a Construction Foreperson to join our Pavements team in Cromwell, Central Otago. You’ll lead and coordinate day‑to‑day pavement construction activities, supervise a small crew and plant, and ensure work is delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard, helping us deliver durable, high‑quality roads for the Central Otago community.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

As a Construction Foreperson, you’ll take a hands-on leadership role delivering pavement construction works across Central Otago. This is a predominantly site-based role, working outdoors and leading a small crew, plant, and subcontractors to safely deliver day-to-day operations. You’ll be responsible for coordinating work, maintaining high safety and quality standards, and keeping projects on track. The work you lead directly contributes to safer, longer-lasting roads that support local communities and keep Central Otago moving.

Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day pavement construction activities, supervising a small crew, plant, and subcontractors on site

• Coordinate labour, plant, materials, and suppliers to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to specification

• Deliver high-quality workmanship by maintaining safety, quality, and environmental standards across all sites

• Operate and oversee the use of construction plant and machinery, ensuring only trained and licensed operators are used

• Complete and review required documentation including timesheets, pre-starts, daily job sheets, plant usage, and hazard identification

• Support and motivate your crew through hands-on leadership, clear communication, and leading by example

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We’re looking for someone with

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in civil or pavement construction, with strong hands-on site knowledge

• Proven experience leading crews in a foreperson or supervisor capacity

• High level of machine operating experience, including grader operation

• Class 4 driver licence with WTR endorsements (Class 5 desirable but not essential)

• Strong understanding of health, safety, quality, and environmental requirements on construction sites

• Ability to read and work to plans, programmes, and specifications

• Clear communicator able to work effectively with crews, subcontractors, and management

He pai te mahi, he pai ngā painga | Good work, good benefits

At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us. You’ll have access to:

• Medical insurance and Life insurance after the eligibility period.

• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones, up to 7%.

• Parental leave top‑up payment with additional return‑to‑work support.

• Ongoing training and development, with clear career growth and progression opportunities.

• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Fulton Hogan is an integrated infrastructure, construction and services business working across New Zealand and Australia. We partner with clients and communities to design, build, operate and maintain critical assets – from bitumen and quarries to roads, water and energy. Our people are united by a simple purpose: to create, connect and care for communities, while reducing environmental impact and supporting more sustainable futures.

Learn more about us at Homepage - Fulton Hogan and apply to be part of our growing industry.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply:

Help deliver safer, high‑quality roads that keep Central Otago communities connected.

Apply now and start your journey with our Fulton Hogan whānau.

All successful candidates must undergo and pass a pre‑employment medical and drug screen prior to employment.