Strategic Project Manager

My client, Price Holyoake, is one of New Zealand and Australia’s leading manufacturers of engineered air management solutions. Founded in 1953 and now part of the Price Group of Companies—a privately held, family-owned North American HVAC leader—Price Holyoake has over 70 years of experience at the forefront of HVAC innovation. With local manufacturing facilities in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch (and across Australia), the company is known for high-quality products, strong technical support, and a genuine service culture built on business integrity, innovation, and commitment to their people. Price Holyoake works closely with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and major commercial customers to deliver reliable, customisable HVAC solutions for commercial, industrial, and residential projects. Their portfolio includes air diffusion, noise control, fire and smoke control systems, and critical environment products, all designed to meet rigorous performance and testing standards and to support sustainable, efficient buildings. Here’s a superb opportunity to join the business in a senior capacity. We’re looking for a specialist Strategic Project Manager with exceptional communication and relationship management capabilities, and proven expertise in both customer growth and end-to-end major project delivery. This attractive role will appeal to a candidate from within the HVAC, building automation or similar manufacturing environment looking to have a significant impact on a business with impressive growth plans! About the role Execute strategic sales and project plans to achieve annual revenue, profitability, and growth targets Manage multiple high-value projects, tenders, and customer relationships concurrently, often with competing priorities and tight deadlines Lead strategic projects from initial opportunity through design, delivery, commissioning and project completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to client expectations Monitor project performance, commercial outcomes, risks, and profitability, implementing mitigation strategies where required Act as the primary relationship manager for strategic clients and key accounts, resolving commercial, technical, and operational issues while maintaining exceptional customer satisfaction Prepare quotes and take-offs for projects and tenders, negotiate, and close sales Pursue and grow opportunities with current customers and consultants Operate with a high degree of autonomy, prioritising opportunities, allocating time, and making decisions that influence business outcomes Support the training of new staff to increase their knowledge of products, internal processes, and external customer engagement. Assist with product and plant development, including involvement in design and laboratory activities Participate in engineering aspects relating to the wider group’s activities, with focus on the core sales of Price Holyoake (NZ) Limited. Identify roadblocks, propose solutions, and communicate challenges and support needs My client, Price Holyoake, is one of New Zealand and Australia’s leading manufacturers of engineered air management solutions. Founded in 1953 and now part of the Price Group of Companies—a privately held, family-owned North American HVAC leader—Price Holyoake has over 70 years of experience at the forefront of HVAC innovation. With local manufacturing facilities in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch (and across Australia), the company is known for high-quality products, strong technical support, and a genuine service culture built on business integrity, innovation, and commitment to their people. Price Holyoake works closely with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and major commercial customers to deliver reliable, customisable HVAC solutions for commercial, industrial, and residential projects. Their portfolio includes air diffusion, noise control, fire and smoke control systems, and critical environment products, all designed to meet rigorous performance and testing standards and to support sustainable, efficient buildings. Here’s a superb opportunity to join the business in a senior capacity. We’re looking for a specialist Strategic Project Manager with exceptional communication and relationship management capabilities, and proven expertise in both customer growth and end-to-end major project delivery. This attractive role will appeal to a candidate from within the HVAC, building automation or similar manufacturing environment looking to have a significant impact on a business with impressive growth plans! About you You’re that unique blend of outstanding sales and project management capability – with a proven track record in both disciplines to demonstrate your success You have relevant expertise in HVAC, building automation, engineering, construction or related manufacturing sectors – this is a technically complex environment, so relationships with relevant technical consultants, building engineers, main contractors and major commercial customers will also be highly regarded You bring strong commercial judgement, negotiation skills and are well-versed in preparing and presenting tenders, quotes, and achieving sales goals. You have a strong track record in managing multiple high-value projects and customer relationships simultaneously, often with competing priorities and tight deadlines. You’re known for your exceptional communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders both internally and externally A strategic thinker, you have a self‑motivated approach, a solutions‑focused mindset and real drive to achieve all business objectives You always demonstrate self‑awareness, actively seek feedback, and take ownership of your personal development. Committed to health and safety, you take ownership of individual safety matters and encouraging your peers to do the same. Benefits There’s no doubt that this is a smart career move for a dynamic, customer facing project lead professional. Joining Price Holyoake New Zealand will see you become an integral part of the business in an exciting growth phase. On offer to our successful candidate is an attractive remuneration package commensurate with your experience – coupled with plenty of room for growth and a dynamic, innovative culture. For more information on the many benefits of joining one of my favourite customers, don’t hesitate to reach out! #J-18808-Ljbffr