Project Manager – Subdivision Projects

About the role

Double Cone Limited is seeking a Project Manager to lead landmark subdivision projects in Queenstown and Wānaka. You will own the delivery of civil engineering and land development works from construction through to completion, working directly with the Directors in a small, high‑performing team.

Key responsibilities

• Administer and certify contracts under NZS 3910.
• Manage civil contractors and day‑to‑day project delivery.
• Oversee programme, budget and risk management.
• Assess and manage project variations.
• Monitor construction progress and produce reports.
• Ensure health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Coordinate approvals and liaise with local authorities.
• Stakeholder management across surveyors, civil designers and specialist consultants.
• Utilise project management tools such as Procore, Smartsheet, Microsoft Excel and Word.

Required profile

• 5+ years’ experience in land development, three‑waters engineering, civil construction or project management.
• Strong understanding of subdivision development and civil infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of NZS 3910 contract administration.
• Civil design knowledge relating to earthworks, stormwater and wastewater infrastructure.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive, able to work independently.
• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering (BEng, NZDE, DipEng or equivalent) and New Zealand residency or a valid work visa.

Required skills

• NZS 3910 contract administration
• Civil design (earthworks, stormwater, wastewater)
• Procore
• Smartsheet
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word

What we offer

• Direct work with experienced Directors – no corporate bureaucracy.
• Diverse and challenging subdivision projects with a strong pipeline.
• Direct client exposure and decision‑making responsibility.
• Opportunity to develop into a development‑management role.
• Competitive salary package, company vehicle, laptop and phone.
• Flexible and supportive working environment.