Construction Manager - Onga Solar Farm

Lead mechanical delivery of Onga Solar Farm, a 31MW renewable energy project in Ongaonga. Full-time, fixed-term | 45 hours per week | approx. 6-month durationNew Energy are building their onsite leadership team at Onga Solar Farm and are seeking an experienced Construction Manager. With construction due to start soon, this role provides an opportunity to step into a significant renewable energy project; leading teams from the front and overseeing onsite construction activities. Reporting to the Project Manager, this role drives team, material, and workflow coordination. It works closely with Senior Supervisors and site leadership and is accountable for planning, process tracking, SOP and safety compliance, and performance reporting.With oversight across multiple construction work fronts, the Construction Manager leads briefings, mentors site leaders, resolves issues, and ensures continuous improvement. What You'll Do Lead all on-site construction activities to meet project timelines, specifications, and budget. Act as delegate for the Project Manager when required, ensuring smooth site operations. Maintain and monitor 3-week lookaheads, forecasting tools, and workflow efficiency. Manage subcontractors, permits, work requests, and quality of completed works. Oversee site safety in collaboration with the HSE Manager & Leads ensuring compliance with all protocols and SOPs. Mentor and support Senior Supervisors to achieve daily targets and high standards. Drive quality assurance by addressing gaps, planning training, and ensuring documentation is accurate and up to date. Provide technical oversight across key build activities (e.g., piling, framing, cable reticulation, module installation). Foster a professional, collaborative, and safety-first culture across the site. What You'll Bring to the Role Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills. Proven construction/project management and civil works experience (3+ years). Project Management certification and degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Construction Engineering. Ability to read and interpret construction plans and schedules. Excellent time management, organisation, and problem-solving abilities. Sound knowledge of health & safety best practices. Physically fit, reliable, and team-oriented with a positive approach. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. First Aid Certificate and relevant machinery/HSE certifications (e.g., WTR, EWP, WAH, Forklift) advantageous. Full NZ Class 1 Driver License (Class 2 preferred). Missing a few attributes or level of experience that we’re looking for? Don’t let that hold you back. If you’ve got the right attitude, we want to hear from you! Please note, candidates must have the right to work in NZ and pre-employment drug and alcohol testing applies. For more information, please contact us via email at ***********@newenergy.nz. #J-18808-Ljbffr