Posted 06 August, 2026
Contracts Manager
Rata Recruitment
Cambridge, WKO, NZ
Full Time
Reference: 343b52c822a22075
Job Description
Role Purpose The Contracts Manager - Waikato is responsible for the leadership, performance, and growth of the client's Waikato operations. This role is focused on expanding the client's presence throughout the region by building strong client relationships, identifying opportunities, securing work, and delivering successful project outcomes. The Contracts Manager provides operational leadership, commercial oversight, and leads growth in the Waikato region, ensuring projects are delivered safely, profitably, and to the highest quality standards. A key measure of success in this role is the ability to grow revenue, develop long-term client partnerships, and establish the client as the contractor of choice across the Waikato region with a high performing team to deliver projects. Key Responsibilities Growth & Business Development Operational Leadership Financial & Commercial Management Client & Stakeholder Management Team Management & Leadership Health & Safety Quality & Environmental Governance & Reporting Reporting to the General Manager Direct reports 8-10 Responsible for leading the GT Civil Waikato operation What You'll Bring Extensive experience in Civil Contracting Relevant qualifications in Civil Engineering or Operational Management Proven commercial acumen, including budgets, forecasts and risk management Collaborative and \"hands on\" leadership style with strong decision-making skills #J-18808-Ljbffr