Job Description

Nau mai, haere mai ki a Fulton Hogan | Join us at Fulton Hogan
We’re looking for a Contracting Divisional Manager to lead our Contracting Projects and Rail Departments in Dunedin. The Contracting Divisional Manager is accountable for overall leadership and performance of both departments, ensuring business and project outcomes are achieved.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

You will oversee multiple functional areas (including regional and maintenance projects, excavation, pavement construction, safety improvements, utilities, surfacing and rail), and coordinate all senior project managers, project managers, engineers, surveyors, supervisors, site foremen, employees, plant resources and subcontractors across a mix of large and smaller projects. All aspects of the role are guided by, and aligned with, our company values.

Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities

• Develop annual budgets and work programmes for the departments and ensure they are delivered within agreed business timeframes, standards and KPIs.
• Develop, maintain and lead an outstanding safety, environmental and quality culture in the Contracting and Rail teams. Ensure staff are trained appropriately to undertake all work safely and competently. Develop an annual training and competency assessment programme that ensures we have a great Contracting and Rail team to service this business in the future.
• Oversee the pricing, tendering and securing of forward work to ensure the departments meet or exceed budget targets. Work closely with our bid writer to submit well throughout and industry leading tender submissions.
• Build and maintain honest and collaborative relationships with our client and all stakeholder groups.
• Overseeing the efficient and effective deployment of people and resources to deliver on client expectations and business obligations.
• Ensure contract reports and claims are comprehensive, accurate and delivered on time.

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

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering or significant industry experience.
• At least 10 years’ experience within a contracting environment, including experience working with KiwiRail.
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and regulations.
• Proven experience in pricing, tendering and winning work, a demonstrated. understanding of government and local government procurement processes.
• Strong and proven leadership skills. Ability to develop a strong safety and quality culture in a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Strong understanding of New Zealand health and safety and environmental standards and regulations.
• Strong commercial and budget management skills. Have a good understanding of a profit and loss reporting and work in progress accounting.

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:

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.