Description
Summary:
Seeking an experienced carpenter with commercial construction expertise and leadership skills to oversee high-quality commercial builds and foster a positive team culture.
Highlights:
1. Pivotal role with a well-established, highly respected construction company
2. Lead on-site teams to deliver high-quality commercial carpentry work
3. Stable, family-focused culture with genuine career growth opportunities
Commercial Site Lead – Whanganui or Palmerston North
Are you an experienced carpenter with solid commercial construction experience, and a passion for leading great teams? This is an exciting opportunity to step into a pivotal role with a well-established, highly respected construction company known for delivering high-profile projects across the region.
With decades of industry success, this business prides itself on exceptional workmanship, strong community roots, and a tight-knit, family-oriented culture. They are known for their commitment to quality, safety, and developing proud, engaged teams who love what they do.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a qualified carpenter with proven experience on commercial construction sites to step into a leadership-focused role. You will oversee a core team of around 6, with the ability to coordinate up to 30 people on larger project phases.
Based in either Whanganui or Palmerston North, you’ll play a key part in delivering significant commercial builds—ensuring high-quality workmanship, strong team performance, and on-time project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead on-site teams to deliver high-quality commercial carpentry work
- Oversee and coordinate daily activities across crews, subcontractors, and site personnel
- Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, and workflow efficiency
- Ensure project milestones are met on time and to specification
- Support a positive, hard-working, family-style team culture
- Communicate clearly with project managers, clients, and other stakeholders
- Take ownership of work standards and help drive the overall success of each project
What You’ll Bring
- A relevant trade qualification in carpentry / similar
- Strong commercial construction experience (essential)
- Proven capability leading teams on active construction sites
- Confidence managing between 6 and 30 people, depending on the project stage
- A solid understanding of NZ construction codes, practices and laws
- Full NZ work rights and a current NZ driver’s licence
What’s On Offer
- The chance to work on high-profile, meaningful projects in the region, and really make an impact
- A stable, family-focused culture where people take pride in their work
- Genuine opportunities to grow your skills and career
Apply now or reach out for a confidential chat. Contact Natalie for a confidential chat on 04 568 0375 or email natalie.lotter@enterprise.co.nz