At the top of your game and looking to build your career with a commercial constructor at the top of theirs? It's time to apply at Hawkins.
We are New Zealand's leading construction company and deliver some of New Zealand's largest and most iconic projects. From schools to office towers, university buildings to healthcare facilities, seismic strengthening to heritage restorations, Hawkins deliver complex, specialised, and high-profile projects in all sectors. We're not only building the country from the ground up - but we're also building people's careers.
About the role
We are now looking for a Senior Design Manager to join the Hawkins team delivering an iconic project in Auckland.
Who we're looking for
You'll be an experienced Senior Design Manager capable of leading and driving the design and pre-construction processes. This role will include overseeing the design and coordination functions from initial design, consent management and project planning through to project delivery and completion review.
To be considered for this role, we are keen to hear from candidates that have the following skills and experience:
- Sound knowledge and working experience within the commercial construction industry preferably within a main contractor/construction environment;
- Excellent working experience in managing design consultants, front end delivery teams and the client-side of the business with the ability to build, maintain and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders;
- A deep understanding of Design and Construction processes including working with public and private sector clients engaged in the procurement process, initial feasibility and bid management through to financial close, and project design, construction and handover;
- Qualifications in a relevant discipline such as Construction or Engineering. Strong experience in managing clients, design consultants and front end delivery teams;
- A high level of verbal and written communication skills demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills;
- Able to provide specialist construction knowledge to clients with the skills to facilitate value management sessions when required and
- An ability to produce detailed construction methodologies and programming for the estimating and build teams.
Why Hawkins
When you join Hawkins, you'll be part of a driven, passionate and energetic team that strives to always exceed the expectations of our clients. You'll have the opportunity to build a successful career with a market-leading company alongside proven industry experts.
For confidential enquiries please contact Alysha Bryan (P&C/Stakeholder and Communications Lead) on alysha.bryan@hawkins.co.nz