Operations Manager - Contracts

Naylor Love is one of New Zealand's leading commercial construction companies, delivering landmark projects across the country with a reputation built on quality, innovation, and great people.

Our culture is at the heart of everything we do. We invest in our people, support career growth, and create opportunities to work on some of New Zealand's most exciting developments. Join us and help shape the future of construction.

The opportunity

We are looking for an experienced and commercially savvy Operations Manager - Contracts to join our Central Otago Regional Management Team.

This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence across the region. Working alongside the Regional Director, you will provide strategic oversight of project delivery, resource planning, commercial and pre-construction performance along with team leadership, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard.

Leading and mentoring Project Managers and operational teams, you will play a key role in strengthening capability, fostering a high-performance culture, and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, and industry partners.

What you'll bring:

• Extensive commercial construction and project delivery experience

• Strong commercial acumen, including contract risk and cost management

• Proven success leading and developing high-performing teams

• Outstanding stakeholder and client relationship skills

• Strategic thinking combined with a practical, solutions-focused approach

• Excellent communication and influencing ability

• A commitment to health, safety, and continuous improvement

• The ability to balance operational detail with long-term business objectives

Why Naylor Love?

At Naylor Love, our people are our brand. We are committed to creating an environment where people can thrive, build rewarding careers, and make a meaningful impact.

Along with a competitive remuneration package, you'll enjoy:

• Southern Cross Medical Insurance for you and your whanau

• paid parental leave

• annual health checks, skin checks, and flu vaccinations

• children's scholarships

• volunteer leave

• staff purchasing benefits

• professional development and career progression opportunities

• confidential counselling and support services for you and your family.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a successful and growing business, influence regional performance, and help shape the future of our Central Otago operations.

Applications close on Friday, 4 September 2026.

To view a copy of the position description, please copy and paste the following link into your internet browser: https://expressonline.haineslink.co.nz/pdfs/807137_JobDesc.pdf

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug screening, and must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Naylor Love is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion across all areas of our business.

Building people, creating a sustainable future - He Whaihanga Tangata, He Waihanga Anamata Toitu.