Site Supervisor

Summerset is one of New Zealand's fastest growing companies and the third largest retirement village operator in the country. We design, build and operate retirement village's right across New Zealand. We are proud of our dynamic work environment and an equally diverse workforce.

Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and results driven Site Supervisor to support the Project Manager at our St Johns  village in an 3 month fixed term role. In this role you will primarily be responsible for all on-site construction activity relating to the delivery of the commercial Main Building. You will coordinate and manage the trade contractors on site, carry out administration requirements, spot potential issues early on and take action to resolve them, together with a strong focus on H&S and accident prevention.

At Summerset, we thrive on the challenge of continuously improving to meet the changing wants, needs and demands of our customers. We are looking for someone who works collaboratively to add value to the Operations team and wider business.

What will your responsibilities be?

• Establishment, monitoring and implementation of the construction program
• Administrative duties including:
  • Generation and tracking of RFIs
  • Issue Site Instructions
  • Contractor coordination 
  • Managing and implementing construction QA processes 
  • Updating safety documentation (traffic plans, site specific plans, contractor compliance documentation)
  • Ensure documents are up to date and forwarded to contractors
• Up holding a 'Zero Harm' culture on site
• Manage and develop direct reports to ensure all aspects of the of the project deliverable are controlled.

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Qualifications

Who are we looking for?

• Have a relevant trade qualification (e.g. Advanced Trade Cert Building) or qualification in Construction or Project Management
• Have significant experience in "hands on" site management of commercial developments and contractors
• Excellent programming ability (MS Project), organisational and negotiation skills
• Have sound commercial judgement with the ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Able to lead large teams to a common goal,  must have experience coordinating and managing subcontractors on a large scale project
• A systems and process driven construction professional who understands the importance of proper QA and H&S reporting systems
• An effective and dynamic communicator able to identify and delivery differing communication streams to achieve best results to a large audience

Additional Information

What does Summerset have to offer?

• An attractive remuneration with various benefits
• A supportive and collaborative operations team
• A rewarding career that enables you to make a real difference

If this sounds like you or someone you know, we'd love to hear from you! 

We welcome overseas applicants for this role who are currently working through relocation or looking to move to NZ. Please note all applications will be considered on merit.

The safety of our residents and staff is important to us. For this reason, we require all our employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 before commencing work at Summerset.

Please note that this role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!