Construction manager, Kaiwhakahaere hanganui
Also known as
- Builder, building contractor, project builder, building site manager, construction site manager, construction site supervisor, construction project manager
Construction managers oversee the creation of residential and commercial buildings.
Duration
01:55 mins
Your pay could be
$70K
Lower
$92K to $150K
Most common
$188K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax

Construction managers
- usually work irregular and long hours, including weekends
- usually work on building and demolition sites and may travel locally or nationally
- may work outdoors and in dusty, dirty and noisy conditions
- need to lead others, make decisions and be safety conscious
Tasks
- manage construction sites
- plan and check health and safety rules
- assess materials and machinery needed
- arrange budgets and manage costs
- consult with clients and building professionals
- hire and supervise workers and subcontractors
- plan building schedules and organise supplies
- make sure traffic and environmental rules are followed
- review plans and instructions for work
- communicate progress with clients and stakeholders
Enterprising
Practical
Organised
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou need experience to become a construction manager and a qualification may be useful.
You need
- experience in similar work
- a driver licence
You may need
- a relevant tertiary qualification in architecture, civil engineering, building and construction or similar area
- a New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trades Supervision (Level 5)
- to be a licensed building practitioner
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 3 to do the study or training for this job.
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