11 Construction jobs in Christchurch

Project Manager - Christchurch

·    Competitive market rates

·    Complex and multi-discipline infrastructure projects

·   Career growth opportunities

Do you want to work for a dynamic, exciting, and multiple award-winning civil construction business, that demands lateral thinking and a solution focus to succeed?

Hunter Civil has projects across Canterbury and the South Island in 3 waters reticulation and pump stations, water and waste water treatment, temporary works, retaining walls, bridges, skate parks, marine developments and complex structures. They have a solid track record of doing extremely difficult challenging and high-quality projects.

As one of a team of Project Managers you will be responsible for the smooth operation of one/several civil construction sites including management of the programme, budget, resources, methodology, construction detailing, HSQE and more.

This is a full time challenging role best suited to someone who has highly developed critical thinking skills, is details driven, able to build, develop and lead high performing teams. This will require highly disciplined organisational skills, necessary to succeed in this highly dynamic challenging industry.

Required experience and skills: 

• A solid experience working within the NZ civil construction industry – we are looking at candidates capable of taking projects from tender development to handover, ideally with minimum of 5 years’ experience, typically with a value of $500K to $10M.

• An in depth understanding of contractual facets of construction – especially NZ3910:2013, and change management.

• A proven delivery record of leading multiple projects to successful outcomes.

• Able to produce detailed reports on project performance.

• Superb communication skills to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.

• Hold a relevant tertiary education within civil industry/engineering.

• Proficiency using MS Project or similar project management software. Create and/or contribute to the detailed construction programme. Monitor and update regularly.

• Interpret and advise on job designs, value engineer where appropriate, project plans, and assist project controls, including budgeting, scheduling, planning and risk.

• Develop workforce management plan, and plan for current and future work.

• Ability to lead and direct Project/Site Engineers, on site operational teams and coordinate with the wider Management team.

• Alignment of key results areas and KPI’s to meet company’s objectives and vision to deliver physical outcomes at scale and pace.

• Working closely with the Operation Manager and the Contracts Manager to identify ideas to innovate and improve the delivery of the project.

What’s on offer with our client:

• Ongoing support and opportunities for career progression.

• Excellent exposure to a range of complex, dynamic and challenging projects, where your existing skills and experience can be leveraged, while providing new work type opportunities.

• Competitive remuneration package and high levels of autonomy.

• A great company culture with a dynamic and long serving team that results in a fun place to work.

If you’re focused on your career progression, expanding your skills and challenging your capabilities, Hunter Civil is the right choice.

In return you will be matched with rewarding remuneration packages to suit individual experience, internal/external training and career development and a highly driven and skilled team that produces outcomes through accountability.

 Applicants for this position must have New Zealand residency or an open New Zealand work visa. Unfortunately, we cannot consider candidates who require a job offer or visa condition changes under an Immigration NZ Accredited Employer to work in New Zealand. Additionally, all candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

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Kitchen installer with high end joinery experience required for our Aranui clientKitchen Installer – High-End Timber & Custom Joinery Specialist
Location: Aranui-based | Projects throughout Christchurch
Employment Type: Full-time
Pay: Competitive hourly rate based on experience
Are you an experienced cabinetmaker or builder with a passion for premium kitchen installations and custom timber joinery?
Our client is a Christchurch-based company known for their craftsmanship and bespoke timber work. They're looking for a skilled Kitchen Installer to join their small, dedicated team.
About the Role:
You’ll be installing high-end, custom kitchens and joinery made in-house at their Aranui workshop. This is not cookie-cutter work — you’ll be working with solid timber and unique designs that require precision, pride, and care.
What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years’ joinery experience (ideally with solid timber/custom woodwork)
• 2+ years’ experience installing kitchens
• Cabinetmaking or building background
• Able to read and interpret detailed plans
• Great problem-solving and decision-making on site
• Excellent attention to detail
• Clean, professional presentation
• Full NZ driver’s licence
• Strong communication and a customer-first attitude

Bonus if you have:

• Site Safe or similar certification
• Your own tools and reliable transport

What’s on Offer:

• A great team culture built on pride in the work
• Competitive hourly pay
• Challenging and rewarding projects across Christchurch
• A chance to be part of something custom and quality-driven

Ready to take the next step?
Send your CV and a brief intro to

Applicants must already be in New Zealand with the right to work (sorry, we can't assist with visas).

Are you looking for full time work with consistent hours? We have clients working within Christchurch on commercial sites that are looking for labourers/hammer hands to help out on site.

You must have the following:

• Current Site Safe
• Clean MOJ and pass a drug test
• Minimum restricted licence and reliable transport
• Reliable and hard working attitude
• Enjoy working within a team
• Previous experience preferred In return you will get:
• Weekly pay
• Full PPE supplied
• Consistent hours between 8-10hours a day
• Monday to Friday - Weekends off!
• Great work team culture

 

If you are interested in applying please submit your application with CV today.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

We are seeking a Tiler to join our team full-time. You will be paid $27.00 - $33.00 hourly
depending on experience. You will work a minimum of 30 hours weekly. The job will be
based in Christchurch, Canterbury region.

We are a tiling company in Christchurch, specialising in the laying of tiles and the
application of grout to tiles.

Job Description:

You will be required to complete the following tasks:

• examining plans, measuring and marking surfaces and laying out work
• preparing wall and floor surfaces by removing old tiles, grout and adhesive, filling
  holes and cracks, and cleaning surface
• spreading adhesive onto prepared surfaces and tiles, and setting tiles in position
• using tile-cutting tools to cut and shape tiles needed for edges and corners, and
  around objects such as fittings and pipes
• ensuring tiles are correctly aligned and spaced
• grouting tiles, and cleaning and removing excess grout
• using special types of grout where applicable - such as epoxy-based grout
  applying waterproofing systems
• lay floors of granolithic, terrazzo, cement or similar composition

You will need to have: 

• At least 2 years relevant experience or at least a relevant level 4 qualification
• A strong work ethic
• The ability to work to a budget

Kitchen installer with high end joinery experience required for our Aranui client Kitchen Installer – High-End Timber & Custom Joinery Specialist
Location: Aranui-based | Projects throughout Christchurch
Employment Type: Full-time
Experience Required: 5+ years in Joinery | 2+ years in Kitchen Installation
Are you an experienced cabinetmaker or builder with a passion for precision joinery and kitchen installation? Our client is a Christchurch-based company specialising in high-end timber and custom wood joinery , and we’re on the lookout for a skilled Kitchen Installer to join our their team.

About the Role You'll be responsible for installing bespoke kitchens and joinery solutions across Christchurch. They pride themselves on craftsmanship, attention to detail, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. You'll work with high-quality materials and custom-built components crafted in their Aranui-based workshop.
Key Requirements:

• 5+ years of hands-on joinery experience (preferably with solid timber and custom woodwork)
• 2+ years of proven kitchen installation experience
• Cabinetmaking or building background with strong joinery skills
• Ability to read and interpret detailed plans and specifications
• Excellent problem-solving and on-site decision-making skills
• A sharp eye for detail and a commitment to high standards
• A clean and professional presentation
• Full NZ driver’s licence
• Strong customer-focused attitude – we work in our clients' homes and expect courtesy, professionalism, and clear communication at all times

Bonus if you have:

• Site Safe or similar certifications
• Your own tools and reliable transport

What We Offer:

• A great team culture with a focus on craftsmanship and pride in our work
• Competitive hourly rates based on experience
• Diverse, challenging projects that keep you growing
• The chance to work on some of Christchurch’s most beautiful custom kitchens

Ready to take the next step in your joinery career?
If youre in NZ with the right to work (sorry we cant assist with visas) please
Send your CV and a brief introduction to , or give us a call at 0800 787379 f or a chat.
We look forward to working with professionals who care about quality 

Senior Principal Civil Engineer - ( 250002E8 )
**Description**
Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why, at Stantec, we always **design with community in mind.**
We care about the communities we serve - because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
**About the role**
We are seeking a **Senior Principal Civil Engineer** to join our winning water team based in one of our many locations nationwide. Our team continues to win and deliver some of the most iconic projects, with this opportunity specifically delivering projects across both New Zealand and Australia. If you are looking to join a company that offers the perfect mix between exciting projects, great culture, career development and work/life balance then look no further.
This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects and working collaboratively with our clients and colleagues in other offices. You will have a chance to work on exciting large scale projects from the initial investigation right through to design and completion of construction. You will have the technical support of our extensive design resources based in New Zealand and the wider Asia Pacific area).
Key aspects of the roll will be:
* Project Technical Lead on a variety of projects to ensure the team delivers on Project agreed outputs on budget, on time and to quality standards.
* Working closely with key clients, understanding their needs and problems they face, able to get in front of projects and influence outcomes for successful team outcomes.
* Work with team members to ensure their technical development is ongoing.
* Liaise continually with our clients to ensure that their expectations are met and that any concerns are heard and addressed appropriately.
* Clearly understand the objectives of new and existing clients in order to undertake effective business development and identification of opportunities for Stantec.
* Produce quality project outputs, ensuring scope changes are closely monitored and design work is adequately resourced, reviewed and programmed.
* Prepare cost estimates for project design and construction.
* Contribute to proposal and bid development to support business development activities, including preparing proposal material as required and working with the delivery contractor.
**What you will bring**
Our preferred candidate for this role will have proven technical experience in water engineering projects encompassing water & wastewater projects. You will be experienced dealing with a range of clients and stakeholders including local authorities, government bodies and commercial companies.
Your own self-management skills will be as important as your technical and project delivery ones. You will need to be able to prioritise workloads whilst maintaining strong and trusting working relationships with our clients' and colleague's both locally and across the broader Stantec business.
You'll be a confident communicator with an engineering tertiary qualification with 20 or more years' experience, who is able to develop strong internal and external client relationships, carry out all aspects of project delivery and oversight of technical delivery, including client and stakeholder consultation and negotiation when required.
**What We Offer**
Along with a competitive salary, we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development and wellbeing are ongoing.
* Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts
* Learning and Talent Development Programs including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
* Mentoring for your own development
* Professional memberships
* Health Insurance - Income Protection Insurance - Life Insurance
* Service Recognition Awards
* Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
* Employee Assistance Program
**About us**
The Stantec community unites approximately 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.
**How to apply**
Please apply directly online, no agency assistance required.
**Qualifications**
.
**Primary Location** : New Zealand-Auckland-Auckland
**Other Locations** : New Zealand-Waikato-Hamilton, New Zealand-Nelson-Nelson, New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch, New Zealand-Tauranga-Tauranga, New Zealand-Otago-Dunedin, New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington
**Organization** : BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand
**Employee Status** : Regular
**Job Level** : Individual Contributor
**Travel** : No
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Job Posting** : Jul 20, 2025, 8:53:04 PM
**Req ID:** 250002E8
#additional
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

Principal Civil Engineer - Water - ( 250002E7 )
**Description**
Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always **design with community in mind.**
We care about the communities we serve-because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
**About the role**
We have an outstanding opportunity for an experienced professional to join our team, and lead some significant projects across both New Zealand and Australia.
As an experienced **Principal Civil Engineer,** we see joining our growing and diverse water team as a great career move, and we are open to the role being based in one of our many New Zealand office locations.
This is an exciting opportunity to further your career as part of an international leader in infrastructure. You will join an established multi-disciplined team ad have the technical support of our extensive design resources based in New Zealand and across the world. You will be applying your technical knowledge, working alongside experienced and up & coming specialists around the country to deliver sustainable and commercially viable engineering solutions for our clients across New Zealand.
You will contribute to development of proposals for clients as well as developing business from a local client base. In addition, as a Principal Civil Engineer you will:
* Project Technical Lead on a variety of projects to ensure the team delivers on Project agreed outputs on budget, on time and to quality standards.
* Work closely and engage regularly with key clients, understanding their needs and problems they face, able to get in front of projects and influence outcomes for successful team outcomes.
* leadwork with team leads in ensuring the team's technical development is ongoing.
* Produce quality project outputs, ensuring scope changes are closely monitored and design work is adequately resourced, reviewed and programmed.
* Plan, programme, co-ordinate and write reports for specific projects.
* Prepare cost estimates for project design and construction.
* Prepare tender documents and specifications for projects.
**About you**
You will be an experienced Civil Engineer with a proven track record of successfully delivering stormwater, water and/or wastewater projects and working collaboratively with clients and colleagues across the country.
You'll be a confident communicator with an engineering tertiary qualification plus 10 or more years' experience, able to develop strong internal and external client relationships, carry out all aspects of project delivery and oversight of technical delivery, including client and stakeholder consultation and negotiation when required.
Your own self-management skills will be as important as your technical and project delivery ones. You will need to be able to prioritise workloads whilst maintaining strong and trusting working relationships with our clients' and colleague's both locally and across the broader Stantec business.
**What we offer**
Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
* Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts
* Learning and Talent Development Programs including global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
* Mentoring for your own development
* Professional Memberships
* Health Insurance - Income Protection Insurance - Life Insurance
* Service Recognition Awards
* Employee Assistance Program
**About us**
The Stantec community unites approximately 30,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.
**How to apply**
Please apply directly online.
No Agency CVs will be accepted.
**Qualifications**
.
**Primary Location** : New Zealand-Auckland-Auckland
**Other Locations** : New Zealand-Waikato-Hamilton, New Zealand-Nelson-Nelson, New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch, New Zealand-Tauranga-Tauranga, New Zealand-Otago-Dunedin, New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington
**Organization** : BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand
**Employee Status** : Regular
**Job Level** : Individual Contributor
**Travel** : No
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Job Posting** : Jul 20, 2025, 8:52:23 PM
**Req ID:** 250002E7
#additional
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

Senior Civil Engineer - Water - ( 250002E6 )
**Description**
Senior Civil Engineer
Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always **design with community in mind** .
We care about the communities we serve-because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
**About the role**
We have an exciting opportunity for a **Senior Civil Engineer** to join our winning team based in one of our many office locations nationwide. This is a great opportunity to push your career forward as part of an international leader in infrastructure. We have significant project work on, in both NZ and Australia that will see your professional career development through these project opportunities, formal and informal training and development, and other projects & opportunities that only a true Global Engineering consultancy can provide.
You will join an established multi-disciplined team, where there is a cluster of experienced engineers and project managers who can guide and mentor you as your build your career. You will be applying the technical knowledge you have, working alongside senior and up and coming specialists around the country to ensure extensive development for you.
Key aspects of the role will be:
* Lead on assigned projects to deliver the agreed outputs on budget, on time and to quality standards
* Determine client requirements, conduct and manage site surveys and investigations, produce calculations, cost estimates, specifications and drawings to ensure that technical designs provide quality solutions
* Organise tender documents, evaluate tenders and contracts.
* Develop and mentor junior staff
* Liaise continually with our clients to ensure that their expectations are met and that any concerns are heard and addressed appropriately
* Clearly understand the objectives of new and existing clients in order to undertake effective business development and identification of opportunities for Stantec.
* Produce quality project outputs, ensuring scope changes are closely monitored and design work is adequately resourced, reviewed and programmed.
**What you will bring**
You will be an experienced Civil Engineer with experience in general civil engineering projects, especially Water infrastructure. You have a passion for quality and timely project delivery, developing technical skills and growing your commercial understanding at a global consulting firm.
Attributes that will help you succeed in the role:
+ Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
+ 10 years relevant experience desirable, preferably in water infrastructure
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
+ Great time management and prioritization skills and ability to work to tight deadlines
+ Resilience and agility
**What we offer**
Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
+ Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts.
+ Learning and Talent Development Programs including global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
+ Mentoring for your own development
+ Professional Memberships
+ Health Insurance - Income Protection Insurance - Life Insurance
+ Service Recognition Awards
+ Employee Assistance Program
**About us**
The Stantec community unites approximately 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.
**How to apply**
Please apply directly online.
No Agency CVs will be accepted.
**Qualifications**
.
**Primary Location** : New Zealand-Auckland-Auckland
**Other Locations** : New Zealand-Waikato-Hamilton, New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch, New Zealand-Tauranga-Tauranga, New Zealand-Otago-Dunedin, New Zealand-Nelson-Nelson, New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington
**Organization** : BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand
**Employee Status** : Regular
**Job Level** : Individual Contributor
**Travel** : No
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Job Posting** : Jul 20, 2025, 8:51:48 PM
**Req ID:** 250002E6
#additional
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

**Date Posted:**
2025-07-23
**Country:**
New Zealand
**Location:**
LOC8002: 115 Orchard Road, Christchurch, 8051 NZ, 115 Orchard Road, Christchurch, Christchurch,
8051 New Zealand
**Position Role Type:**
Unspecified
**WE TRANSFORM AVIATION**
Christchurch Engine Centre is a joint venture of two pioneers and leaders of their industry - Pratt & Whitney and Air New Zealand. We are specialised in the overhaul and repair of the Pratt & Whitney V2500-A5 engines.
Our top-ranked facility at Christchurch International Airport is a trusted partner of several commercial airlines around the globe. By combining latest technologies and excellent engineering skills, with a unique company culture Christchurch Engine Centre delivers a world class service our customers can rely on.
We take great pride in our most important resource: Our people. As part of the Christchurch Engine Centre team, you will work alongside experienced professionals in a highly modern environment while being supported by continuous training and professional development. We succeed together living up to the values of Safety, Empowering People, Integrity, Dependability, Engineering for Quality, Owning Our Story, and Driving Profitability.
**AIRCRAFT ENGINE WORKSHOP SUPPORT**
We are currently recruiting for a permanent position in the Cleaning Bay of our modern workshop. You will be a vital part of the maintenance and repair process, ensuring the engine parts are cleaned and treated to the highest standard. You will receive comprehensive training which builds on your previous knowledge and experience. In your daily work you will pay close attention to safety and quality, this includes for example daily inspections of your work area and equipment as well as following the specific H&S guidelines.
**WHAT YOU WILL DO**
+ After completing your induction training you will work at a designated workstation within our workshop.
+ Cleaning engine parts as per process under the instruction of Production Leaders and Lead Hands
+ Using our computer system to document and record your work
+ Ensuring that your work meets all health and safety requirements
**ABOUT YOU**
+ **Able to comply with a strong safety and quality culture**
+ **Able to work in processes and follow instructions**
+ **Have a high level of attention to detail and accuracy**
+ **Good communication skills and able to work in a team**
+ **Flexible mindset and willingness to learn and develop**
+ **Good computer literacy, such as MS Office**
+ **Must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand**
**HOURS OF WORK**
In this full-time position you will work in a fortnightly rotating shift pattern. Availability to work overtime (sometimes on short notice) is preferred. Overtime is compensated accordingly.
**WHAT WE OFFER**
Christchurch Engine Centre offers a competitive remuneration package including a generous superannuation scheme and an opportunity for a bonus plan. You will have access to a variety of services and products at discounted rates, including medical insurance schemes as well as free financial advice from an independent provider.
We encourage professional development and offer opportunities for growth through training, secondments, mentoring and networking. Christchurch Engine Centre also has a Rewards Programme to recognise special contributions and acknowledge long service.
If you work on shift, your commitment will be rewarded by an additional week of paid leave and shift allowances
Additionally, we offer an excellent working environment in a modern facility at an easily accessible location with secure car parking.
**APPLYING**
Please include your current CV, cover letter and relevant certificates. For certificates gained outside New Zealand, please submit a NZQA equivalency assessment.
To learn more about company and view our please visit: look forward to your application.
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