Construction Manager - Role based in Suva, FijiConstruction Manager - Role based in Suva, Fiji General/Business Unit Manager (CEO & General Management) Full time Add expected salary to your profile for insights Competitive Remuneration Package including Company VehicleAnnual Incentive SchemeYearly Accommodation AllowanceYearly Travel Allowance (Return trips to New Zealand)Great Team CultureAquaheat is looking for an experienced Construction Manager to join our Fiji business with the ideal background being that of a HVAC Mechanical Contracts/ Project Manager who has a passion to train and develop staff with the knowledge that they have gained over the years in delivering successful HVAC Mechanical projects.The Construction Manager is a hands-on role working very closely with our Contracts Managers across the HVAC Mechanical, Electrical and Fire Protection trades. The HVAC Mechanical segment is by far the largest portion of our business in Fiji, and we are looking for an experienced Senior HVAC Mechanical Manager to join our Fiji operation with the role based in Suva.Aquaheat South Pacific Limited is one of the largest Air Conditioning and HVAC Mechanical contractors in the Pacific region, specialising in the supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance of HVAC Mechanical, Electrical and Fire Protection services with with our clients made up from a broad range of sectors including government departments, education facilities, as well as many of Fiji's 's leading resorts, blue-chip corporations, large commercial organisations, and manufacturing facilities.Aquaheat South Pacific Limited is owned and operated by Aquaheat New Zealand Limited which is 100% New Zealand owned and operated with deep roots throughout the New Zealand business community dating back to the 1950's.We are looking for a Construction Manager to work very closely with the General Manager for Fiji which consists of business units located throughout Fiji with our larger project works predominantly taking place in Suva and Nadi.The Construction Manager direct reports are the various Contracts Managers and Project Managers in Fiji who they will work closely with to ensure that each and every project is managed in line with industry standards meeting Aquaheat's high standards in terms of quality workmanship and safety objectives.The purpose of the role is to:Working hand-in-hand with each contract and/or project manager to create a mutual understanding of the project strategy based on the specifications/ requirements of the project and pricing psychology at time of tender.Support project managers, engineers and workshop staff assigned to each project to ensure the right plant and equipment is selected including pipe and ductwork sizing to maximise the profitability of each project.Work with the purchasing officer to ensure any plant, equipment and consumable items that we source from overseas are ordered in a timely and the most cost-effective manner taking into account any freight and customs costs.Work with each contract and/or project manager and schedule and manage field labour placement and general manpower needs for all project sites. This includes recruitment of additional staff to meet project demands both short and long term.Oversee and audit projects as they are being carried out to make sure that the work is completed according to outlined specifications, industry and Aquaheat quality standards and that they also conform with the head contractors/ clients project programme.Ensure detailed cost of completes are completed line by line against each cost category each month on all projects in Fiji.Support project managers with procurement strategy, variation management and final account negotiations.Work with HSEQ Manager to ensure all projects in Fiji have all HSEQ documentation and processes in line with Aquaheat and head contractor/ client expectations.Train and mentor employees in areas of developing their trade related skills and project management expertise.Build meaningful relationships with all key stakeholders within the head contractors/ client sites we work on ensuring that each project team are meeting the agreed objectives.Aid our estimators on complex tenders with regard to buildability and/ or technical issues.Qualifications and Experience:Tertiary qualification/ engineering degree in the HVAC Mechanical trade or relevant construction industry experience.10 years of experience and proven track record in senior management roles.Intimate knowledge and experience in the HVAC Mechanical industry.People management expertise with the ability to lead, coordinate, motivate and develop employees to create an efficient workforce.Knowledge of building and service regulations and statutory obligations.Experience in client relationship/account management.Proven ability to meet deadlines with a diverse range of tasks to manage.Experience working within OH&S guidelines.We are looking for someone who has a genuine belief in providing excellent customer service, is highly motivated with a "can do" attitude.Aquaheat as part of the Horizon Energy Group takes pride in its commitment to the health and safety of all its stakeholders. It has well-developed processes and procedures in the principal areas of safety leadership, risk management and worker participation.To support this, you will have excellent communication and problem-solving skills, sound industry and product knowledge, be safety focused at all times, possess a high degree of initiative, able to think clearly under pressure and most of all be a team player.We will support the successful applicant if required to get the necessary documentation to allow them to work in Fiji.Our workplaces are drug and alcohol free - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical.Applications close on Monday 9 September 2024, or sooner if the right applicant is found.To apply for this job go to: horizonenergy.recruitmenthub.co.nz/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6647474.Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. #J-18808-Ljbffr
