| Auckland based, Full Time, Trades & Services |
| Please Quote Reference Number 16633 |
About Us
Busy Lizzy Gardens is a trusted name in high-quality landscaping and garden maintenance services. We're known for our creativity, reliability, and commitment to delivering great work that lasts. Our clients - homeowners and businesses - come to us because we listen, turn up, and aim to exceed expectations.
We're a medium-sized team with big capability and strong values. We care deeply about quality craftsmanship, client relationships, and our people. Our culture is supportive, down-to-earth, and built on trust. We are preparing for future growth and to help us on the journey we're looking for a capable, people-focused Project Manager to join our team and take the lead for all our on-site operations.
What You'll Be Doing:- Leading all landscaping construction projects from handover through to final completion.
- Managing multiple project crews, subcontractors, and suppliers across concurrent sites.
- Programming labour, materials, machinery, and resources to ensure projects run efficiently and on time.
- Overseeing project budgets, labour performance, variations, and margins to drive strong commercial results.
- Managing site quality control and ensuring all works are delivered to Busy Lizzy Gardens' expected standard.
- Building strong professional relationships with clients throughout the construction process.
- Leading site health and safety systems, compliance, and risk management.
- Mentoring and managing field team leaders to create a high-performing projects culture.
- Working closely with the sales team to ensure accurate handovers, clear communication, and successful delivery.
- Identifying operational improvements and systems that strengthen efficiency as the projects division grows.
What You'll Bring:- At least 3 years' experience in a senior project delivery, construction management, or similar leadership role.
- Strong practical knowledge of both hard and soft landscaping construction.
- Proven ability to manage multiple crews and multiple concurrent projects.
- Strong scheduling, programming, and resource management capability.
- Excellent people leadership skills with the ability to build accountability and team performance.
- Good commercial acumen with experience managing budgets, labour costs, and project profitability.
- Strong understanding of New Zealand health and safety legislation and site compliance.
- Excellent communication skills and confidence managing both staff and clients.
- A hands-on, solutions-focused attitude and the ability to lead from the front.
Why Join Us?:- Work with a great bunch of people who genuinely care.
- Contribute to future growth as a critical part of the leadership team.
- Work in a supportive, growing, values-led company.
- Be part of a business that's built on trust, quality, and culture.
- Competitive salary and company vehicle included.
Ready to Lead with Purpose?
If you're a confident operator who thrives on making things run smoothly, enjoys leading people, and loves working outdoors - this is your chance to shape a key role in a growing and respected business.
Apply using the link below or give Liz a call for a chat on 0211793395 to find out more.
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