See more about the role below, including the responsibilities and skills we are looking for. Drainage Contract/Project Manager Reference: 6672985 Are you a passionate and experienced Three Waters Contract / Project Manager looking for a new challenge? Join SouthRoads, a leading civil construction and maintenance company, and be part of our vibrant team based in Invercargill! SouthRoads is a specialist civil construction and maintenance company involved in road maintenance and construction, commercial and residential developments, three waters, civil construction of structures including bridges, retaining walls and underpass installation, and many other general contracting activities. SouthRoads operates throughout the lower South Island for a variety of clients, employing over 300 staff, utilising over 650 items of specialist construction equipment. Why join our team at SouthRoads? You'll be part of a growing company , as a subsidiary of the HW Richardson Group, we're expanding our reach and offering exciting opportunities. You'll work with a supportive and close-knit team of professionals who share your passion for excellence. And, you'll enjoy a rewarding career and benefit from competitive compensation , employee discounts, health insurance, training, and career advancement opportunities. We are currently looking for an experienced contract / project manager to join our drainage construction team which undertakes a wide range of 3 Waters projects for our clients throughout Southland. In this pivotal role, you'll: Manage a team of professionals, overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring projects run smoothly. Develop construction methodologies, execute works, and track costs to deliver projects on time and within budget. Maintain a safe and tidy worksite and ensure adherence to environmental and quality standards. To succeed in this role, you will be a people-person with a "roll-your-sleeves-up-and-get-it-done" attitude to your work. You will be approachable, have excellent time management skills, and be well-presented in all aspects. We're looking for someone with: 5+ years in Contract / Project Management, ideally with a focus on Civil / Drainage Contracting. Ability to track costs, complete claims, and deliver accurate project and performance reports. Proven ability to lead and manage teams effectively. A tertiary engineering qualification is a plus. Commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment. This is an exciting opportunity to work with an experienced team of professionals in an enjoyable and hard-working work environment. Ready to take on this exciting challenge? Apply now and join our team of dedicated professionals at SouthRoads! Note: In accordance with our Health and Safety policy, SouthRoads is committed to a workplace free from alcohol and drugs. The successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and drug screening. #J-18808-Ljbffr