Studio One is multi-disciplinary design consulting studio operating across Aotearoa’s private and public sectors with projects that range from education, multi-storey residential, multi-site developments, modular and commercial projects. They apply unique, innovative designs to almost any building type and use the highest quality standards to ensure an outstanding end product for their customers. With a growing portfolio of projects, the opportunity now exists for Design Operations Manager to lead some key areas of their organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Manage design scope, deliverables, and interfaces across multiple projects
• Ensure projects are completed on time, meet quality expectations, and achieve commercial objectives
• Provide strong, consistent leadership that promotes a high-performing, collaborative team environment
• Mentor, support, and develop team members to enhance capability and growth
• Uphold high standards in design quality, coordination, and documentation
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a key contact throughout project lifecycles
• Support business growth through proactive client engagement and identifying new opportunities
• Lead and manage bids, tenders, and strategic initiatives

Successful candidates will have

• 5+ years’ experience in architectural design, working on large, complex projects within both public and private sectors
• History of acting in a client facing role with project management responsibilities and managing the full bid/tendering processes.
• NZRAB registered
• Have strong history of team leadership, including collaborating, mentoring and driving teams to success
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and be able to work on multiple deals at any given time 
• Able to keep a close eye on the market to identify trends and potential leads
• Create and maintain key relationship between customers and the organisation
• Have fantastic communication skills, both written and verbal

The company

• Multi-disciplinary studio with key mainstay clients
• Continues to exceed their clients’ high expectations of quality, delivery, and customer service on each and every project
• Highly committed to their staff and their inputs while continually improving their workplace
• High focus on sustainability

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary and excellent benefits package
• Plenty of development opportunities
• The role will offer you the opportunity to be part of creating a fun, creative and professional working environment where you will play a key part in developing the company culture

If you are motivated, have an eye for detail and are ready to work with other leading professionals in their field, then we’d love to hear from you.

For more information and an informal discussion, please contact Dre Eden on 021 907 765. You can also email your CV in confidence to dree@technicalfutures.co.nz or click to register your interest.

Technical Futures are New Zealand’s leading, independent Recruitment and Search Consultant specialising in the built environment, infrastructure, and manufacturing sectors.

With a fast-growing portfolio, Niche Group is in search of an organised, motivated individual to lead the preconstruction phases of their projects to success. This is an innovative, highly regarded integrated group utilising modern methods of construction to deliver amazing projects across New Zealand.  They deliver a range of building projects for public and private sector clients and lead the Kiwi market in bringing together modular and traditional construction to deliver well designed, quality kiwi-made buildings at an unreal pace.

About the role

• Lead and manage pre-construction activities including commercial strategies, design management, pricing strategy and pre-contract construction programme development
• Provide clear leadership to Design Managers, Estimators, and bid resources
• Deliver a structured and disciplined handover to the construction team
• Prepare tender strategies and pitch presentations for new and existing clients
• Collaborate with stakeholders and various teams to ensure projects are delivered to the customers’ expectations, are on time and within budget

We are looking for an individual with

• Tertiary Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or similar
• 8+ years of construction experience in a Project Manager, Project Engineer, or Pre-construction position
• Solid understanding of the New Zealand construction industry
• Strong technical writing, communication and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams while fostering a collaborative workplace in a fast-paced, high-performing organisation
• Self-motivated, organized, and detail oriented

On offer is a very competitive salary package and the chance to work for a successful team inside a growing company, striving to be the best in their field. This is a company that believes from building from within and there is plenty of room to grow in the organisation. With travel and a good mix of being in office and onsite, there is never a dull day in this role!

For more information and an informal discussion, please contact Dre Eden on 021 907 765. You can also email your CV in confidence to dree@technicalfutures.co.nz or click to register your interest.

Technical Futures are New Zealand’s leading, independent Recruitment and Search Consultant specialising in the built environment, infrastructure, and manufacturing sectors.

Niche Group is an ambitious, innovative vertically integrated construction group.  After 40 years operating as a trusted commercial builder in Wellington, the Group has recently made major acquisitions in order to grow.

As General Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and performance of the Operations, Sales, Finance, and Administration teams from the day-to-day functions to meeting the long-term strategic objectives. You will lead departments to success by building teams, ensuring required training programmes are in place, manage the departmental reporting for the company and maintain/ streamline operational policy & procedures. You will utilise your outstanding communication, leadership and interpersonal skills to build and support excellent relationships within the organisation as well as customers, suppliers and key stakeholders.

We are interested in speaking with motivated, passionate leaders with at least 5 years’ experience as an Operations Manager, Construction Manager, or General Manager within the manufacturing, buildings, or structures sectors. You will have a proven track record of leading successful teams in the day to day, supporting company growth and key relationship management abilities. You’ll be comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and able to juggle multiple projects at any given time.

This is an awesome organisation, driving for absolute excellence on behalf of the community as well as valuing the inputs of its staff. There is great potential to grow within the group as the current need for their outstanding product only continues to increase. On offer is a highly competitive remuneration package, achievable bonus scheme, and a healthy work/life balance. This is a great long-term opportunity for the right individual to lead a company making its mark in the New Zealand construction space.

If this sounds like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you! For more information and an informal discussion, please contact Chris McKinney on 021 990 271. You can also email your CV in confidence to chrism@technicalfutures.co.nz or click to register your interest.

Technical Futures are New Zealand’s leading, independent Recruitment and Search Consultant specialising in the built environment, infrastructure, and manufacturing sectors.

Our client provides outstanding electrical, plumbing, drainage, and roofing services to a wide range of customers throughout the greater Wellington region and soon in Auckland with a branch opening in early 2026. They are currently recruiting a Plumbing Foreman to lead the delivery of projects that range from new system installations to maintenance callouts across the residential, commercial, health, educational, and industrial sectors.

About the role

• Oversee installation and service of plumbing systems and components during the production and delivery of new construction projects
• Manage service/maintenance/ emergency projects plumbers for a wide range of customers
• Lead, motivate and grow a team of project Plumbers that value and demonstrate quality and safety in all their work
• Regularly coordinate with team members, subcontractors and stakeholders to ensure work is completed to the highest standard, on time, and to company specifications
• Review and interpret plans, technical drawings and blueprints during new installation fit outs
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, NZ regulations, and safety standards.
• Conduct on and off-site inspections, troubleshoot and diagnose issues and implement solutions efficiently.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, documentation and reports.

Key experience & Skills

• Certifying Plumber or Drainlayer
• 5+ years of experience in residential/commercial installations and servicing
• Proven history of leading a successful team
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written), organisation, problem solving and time management skills
• Keen eye for detail
• Valid driver’s license

What’s on offer

• Highly competitive package
• Excellent progression opportunities with guaranteed stability and growth within the wider Group

This is a great, long-term opportunity for the right individual to progress their career by leading a professional team in Auckland.

For more information and an informal discussion, please contact Dre Eden on 021 907 765. You can also email your CV in confidence to dree@technicalfutures.co.nz or click to register your interest.

* Please note: Only individuals that have NZ working rights will be considered for this position

Technical Futures are New Zealand’s leading, independent Recruitment and Search Consultant specialising in the built environment, infrastructure, and manufacturing sectors.

Inspire provides electrical, plumbing, drainage, and roofing services throughout the greater Wellington region and soon across the North Island. They sit under the umbrella of Niche Group - a family of business that deliver bespoke, innovative projects by owing all critical project paths including design and engineering, subtrades and construction.

Inspire is currently recruiting an Electrical lead to deliver projects both within the Niche Group portfolio and to private clients in the Wellington region. Projects range from new system installations to maintenance callouts across the commercial, health, educational, industrial, and residential sectors.

About the role

• Oversee installation and service of electrical systems and components within the commercial and residential fields for Inspire clients and during the production and delivery construction projects for Niche Group
• Lead, motivate and grow a team of electricians that value and demonstrate quality and safety in all their work
• Regularly coordinate with the Production team, subcontractors and stakeholders to ensure work is completed to the highest standard, on time, and to company specifications
• Review and interpret electrical plans, technical drawings and blueprints during multiple stages of production.
• Ensure compliance with relevant electrical codes, NZ regulations, and safety standards.
• Conduct on and off-site inspections, troubleshoot and diagnose electrical issues and implement solutions efficiently.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, documentation and reports.

Key experience & Skills

• New Zealand Registered Electrician with a current practicing license
• 6+ years of experience in residential/commercial installations and servicing
• Proven history of leading a successful team
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written), organisation, problem solving and time management skills
• Keen eye for detail
• Valid driver’s license

What’s on offer

• Highly competitive package
• Excellent progression opportunities with guaranteed stability and growth within the wider Group

This is a great, long-term opportunity for the right individual to progress their career by leading a professional team in Wellington.

For more information and an informal discussion, please contact Dre Eden on 021 907 765. You can also email your CV in confidence to dree@technicalfutures.co.nz or click to register your interest.

* Please note: Only individuals that have NZ working rights will be considered for this position

Technical Futures are New Zealand’s leading, independent Recruitment and Search Consultant specialising in the built environment, infrastructure, and manufacturing sectors.

Our client provides electrical, plumbing, drainage, and roofing services throughout the greater Wellington region and soon across the North Island. They sit inside a family of business that deliver bespoke, innovative projects for a variety of clients across a wide range of sectors.

Their reputation for completing complex, challenging projects has continued to grow to make them a leader within their field. They are now looking to expand their Petone team with Junior to experienced Plumbers to deliver projects that range from new system installations to maintenance callouts across the commercial, health, educational, industrial, and residential sectors.

The role

• Install and Service plumbing systems and components during the production and delivery of new construction projects
• Ensure work is completed to the highest standard, on time, and to company specifications
• Review and interpret plans, technical drawings and blueprints during new installation fit outs
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, NZ regulations, and safety standards.
• Conduct on and off-site inspections, troubleshoot and diagnose issues and implement solutions efficiently.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, documentation and reports.

Experience & Skills

• Certifying Plumber or Drainlayer
• 2+ years of experience in residential/commercial installations and servicing
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written), organisation, problem solving and time management skills
• Keen eye for detail
• Valid driver’s license

The Offer

• Highly competitive package
• Excellent progression opportunities with guaranteed stability and growth within the wider Group

This is a great, long-term opportunity for the right individual to progress their career by leading a professional team in Wellington.

For more information and an informal discussion, please contact Dre Eden on 021 907 765. You can also email your CV in confidence to dree@technicalfutures.co.nz or click to register your interest.

Technical Futures are New Zealand’s leading, independent Recruitment and Search Consultant specialising in the built environment, infrastructure, and manufacturing sectors.

Niche Group is an innovative, highly regarded integrated Construction Group utilising modern methods of construction to deliver amazing projects across New Zealand.  The Group delivers a range of building projects for public and private sector clients and leads the Kiwi market in bringing together modular and traditional construction to deliver well designed, quality kiwi-made buildings at an unreal pace.

With huge opportunities ahead and an interesting range of projects currently being delivered, we are looking for goal driven, commercially astute Relationship/Account Managers to help Niche drive sector and account specific growth.  These roles are exciting, fast paced and career defining in that you will be a critical part of the Niche growth story.

The Role:

• Develop and foster exceptional relationships with current and potential clients.
• Manage and convert inward and referred business development opportunities in your sectors and accounts.
• Manage all stages of the sales process with clients; from initial development, through negotiations and tenders to post-delivery reviews.
• Scope and develop business development opportunities and understand market trends.
• Help oversee projects to ensure customer expectations are met and that customers are well informed throughout the project lifecycle.

The Ideal Candidate

• Have a proven track record (8+ years) in Business Development, Relationship Management, or Account Management within the construction or related sectors.
• Be comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and able to work on multiple portfolios at any given time. 
• Keep informed of the market to identify trends and potential leads.
• Have fantastic communication skills, both written and verbal.

The Offer

• Highly competitive package.
• Outstanding development opportunities and the opportunity to influence a market leading business and its growth.

This is an exciting time to join an organisation that is focussed on growing market share. If you are interested, we would be keen to hear from you!

For more information and an informal discussion, please contact Chris McKinney on 021 990 271. You can also email your CV in confidence to chrism@technicalfutures.co.nz or click “Quick Apply” to register your interest.

Technical Futures are New Zealand’s leading, independent Recruitment and Search Consultant specialising in the built environment, infrastructure, and manufacturing sectors.

Niche Group is an innovative, highly regarded integrated Construction Group utilising modern methods of construction to deliver amazing projects across New Zealand.  The Group delivers a range of building projects for public and private sector clients and leads the Kiwi market in bringing together modular and traditional construction to deliver well designed, quality, kiwi-made buildings at an unreal pace.

Niche Modular is recognised as a national leader in offsite manufacturing, they deliver a growing portfolio of public and private sector projects and building solutions utilising seamless, integrated manufacturing and construction methodologies and currently recruiting an experienced Building Products Factory Manager to join a busy team in the Wellington Region. This is a fast- growing, innovative organisation that use the highest quality standards to ensure an outstanding end product for their customers. Having secured multiple long-term contracts, Niche Group can offer excellent progression opportunities with guaranteed stability and growth within a wider group.

The Role

• Play a key role in all aspects of production process from planning to delivery
• Oversee the training, mentoring, and supervision of production staff
• Provide valuable input on production costs, budgets, timescales, and schedules within the sector
• Manage the planning, arrangement, and monitoring of production schedules within the organisation
• Be responsible for upholding and monitoring quality control standards and the company’s Health & Safety policies and procedures.

The Candidate

• 5+ years’ experience in a Production Supervisor/Manager position, within the Construction/Engineering industry is preferred
• Sound understanding of New Zealand Building Codes & Practices
• Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills
• A great work ethic and the drive to help others within the team to make the Production function of the company run smoothly
• Excellent communication and account management skills
• Strong attention to detail

The Client

• An innovative building group that seeks to influence and grow the residential and commercial construction markets across New Zealand
• Continues to exceed their clients’ high expectations of quality, delivery, and customer service on each and every project
• Highly committed to their staff and their inputs while continually improving their workplace
• Strong dedication to Health & Safety in all aspects of business

The Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Plenty of room to grow within the organisation
• Health work/life balance
• Never a dull day in this role!

This is a great, long-term opportunity for the right individual to join a growing team in a beautiful part of New Zealand. If this sounds like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you!

For more information and an informal discussion, please contact Dre Eden on 021 907 765. You can also email your CV in confidence to dree@technicalfutures.co.nz or click “Quick Apply” to find out more

Technical Futures are New Zealand’s leading, independent Recruitment and Search Consultant specialising in the manufacturing, built environment, and infrastructure sectors.

Niche Group  is an innovative builder that seeks to influence and grow the modular construction market across New Zealand by delivering eloquent designs and an exceptional product to their customers. Recognised as a national leader in offsite manufacturing, they deliver a growing portfolio of public and private sector projects and building solutions utilising seamless, integrated manufacturing and construction methodologies. With complex, long-term projects secured and underway, they are in need of a Design Manager to ensure their high standards are met cross production and delivery sites.

The Role

• Review designs and drawings for compliance and coordination on projects for a variety of clients across the Residential, Educational, Health, Industrial, Commercial and Modular sectors
• Work closely with team members to troubleshoot issues within designs to find solutions to possibly complex problems
• Maintain, regularly review and update Design Management/QA processes, checklists, records and documentation for the organisation with a focus on streamlining efficiency to increase productivity while maintaining high quality standards
• Manage and coordinate consenting process for the organisation
• Ensure NZ Building Codes & Practices, Relevant Government Standards and internal processes are upheld on each and every project
• Work closely with team members to identify issues and problem solve as needed

The Ideal Candidate

• Tertiary degree in Architecture
• 3 – 12 years’ experience in a Design Manager (or relevant) position within the Construction/Engineering industry
• Thorough understanding of Quality Assurance methodologies and standards
• Solid understanding of New Zealand Building Codes & Practices
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent communication and conflict management skills both verbal and written
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• A self-starter with strong work ethic

The Company

• Provides innovative construction and engineering solutions to a range of government and commercial customers
• Operating a range of standalone but complimentary businesses across all aspects of construction (from initial design services to project delivery and sub-trades) creating a unique, quality focussed total construction solution
• Highly committed to their staff and their inputs while continually improving their workplace
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety across all aspects of business
• Values team expertise and experience

On Offer

• A competitive salary package
• Chance to align your career with a fast-growing organisation
• Good mix of office and site work
• Healthy work/life balance

If you would like to hear more about this opportunity, please contact Dre Eden on 021 907 765. You can also email your CV in confidence to dree@technicalfutures.co.nz or click to register your interest.

Technical Futures are New Zealand’s leading, independent Recruitment and Search Consultant specialising in the built environment, infrastructure, and manufacturing sectors.

Niche Group provides innovative construction and engineering solutions to a range of private, government and commercial customers across the country. Operating a range of standalone (but complimentary) businesses across Modular, Education, Civil, Health and Commercial Construction, Niche Group has also integrated a range of sub trade and design services companies creating a unique, quality focussed total construction solution.

They are currently recruiting an experienced Senior Project Manager/Construction Manager to coordinate internal and external parties and lead current and future projects to completion.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Project manage construction work in progress from conception to completion, including budgeting, organisation, implementation and scheduling of projects, liaising with the Production team and coordinating subcontractors as necessary to ensure work is completed to the highest standard, on time, and to company specifications
• Oversee Site Managers’ supervision of subcontractor scopes of works, subcontractor sequencing, and daily issues onsite
• Be a key contact with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors and utilise your strong account management skills to help projects run smoothly
• Manage and maintain project documentation and reports, including project controls, progress reports and administration

The Candidate

• Have 8+ years’ Project Management experience (preferably running commercial, residential, education or health sector construction sites)
• Sound knowledge of New Zealand building codes, practices and processes
• Sub-contractor management experience
• Recognised safety training
• Excellent communication and account management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficiency with MS Office and project management software
• Valid driver license

The Client

• An innovative group of companies that seeks to influence and grow the residential, education, commercial and industrial construction market across New Zealand
• Continues to exceed their clients’ high expectations of quality, delivery, and customer service on each and every project
• Delivers a growing portfolio of projects and building solutions utilising seamless, integrated manufacturing and construction methodologies
• Strong dedication to Health & Safety in all aspects of business

On Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Plenty of room to grow within the organisation
• Health work/life balance
• Never a dull day in this role!

This is an awesome organisation driving for absolute excellence on behalf of the community as well as valuing the inputs of its staff. If this sounds like a good fit, please get touch!

For more information and an informal discussion, please contact Dre Eden on 021 907 765. You can also email your CV in confidence to dree@technicalfutures.co.nz or click to register your interest.

Technical Futures are New Zealand’s leading, independent Recruitment and Search Consultant specialising in the built environment, infrastructure, and manufacturing sectors.

Our client, Niche Modular Construction, is ground-breaking organisation, utilising cutting-edge technology to forever change the New Zealand marketplace. They operate across both private and public sectors and produce turnkey solutions for a range of customers including residential, education, health, commercial and industrial clients – they can apply unique, innovative modular designs to almost any building type and use the highest quality standards to ensure an outstanding end product for their customers. With a proven track record of quality and reliability, this company continues to grow and are now looking for 2 Production Supervisors to support the overseeing of the fabrication process at their Petone facilities.

As Production Supervisor, you will:

• Play a key role in all aspects of production process from planning to delivery including daily supervision of warehouse production team and input into Quality Control practices
• Oversee the training, mentoring, and supervision of production staff
• Provide valuable input on production costs, budgets, timescales, and schedules within the sector
• Assist with the management of planning, arrangement, and monitoring of production schedules within the organisation
• Be responsible for upholding and monitoring quality control standards and the company’s Health & Safety policies and procedures.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 4+ years’ experience in a Production Supervisor position, within the Construction/Engineering industry is preferred
• Sound understanding of New Zealand Building Codes & Practices
• Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills
• A great work ethic and the drive to help others within the team to make the Production function of the company run smoothly

This is great opportunity to further your career, working for an organisation that drives for excellence while truly appreciating the value of the team and their input into projects. Niche Modular Construction offers highly competitive remuneration packages, a great staff training programme, and a healthy work/life balance. There is plenty of room to develop professionally and to create a superb operating culture.

If you would like to hear more about this opportunity, please contact Dre Eden on 021 907 765. You can also email your CV in confidence to dree@technicalfutures.co.nz or click “Quick Apply” to register your interest.

Niche Group is an innovative, highly regarded integrated Construction Group utilising modern methods of construction to deliver amazing projects across New Zealand.  The Group delivers a range of building projects for public and private sector clients and leads the Kiwi market in bringing together modular and traditional construction to deliver well designed, quality kiwi-made buildings at an unreal pace.

With huge opportunities ahead and an interesting range of projects currently being delivered, we are looking for goal driven, commercially astute Relationship/Account Manager to help Niche drive sector and account specific growth.  This is an exciting, fast paced role and you will be a critical part of the Niche growth story.

The Role:

• Develop and foster exceptional relationships with current and potential clients.
• Manage and convert inward and referred business development opportunities in your sectors and accounts.
• Manage all stages of the sales process with clients; from initial development, through negotiations and tenders to post-delivery reviews.
• Scope and develop business development opportunities and understand market trends.
• Help oversee projects to ensure customer expectations are met and that customers are well informed throughout the project lifecycle.

The Ideal Candidate

• Have a proven track record (8+ years) in Business Development, Relationship Management, or Account Management within the construction or related sectors.
• Be comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and able to work on multiple portfolios at any given time. 
• Keep informed of the market to identify trends and potential leads.
• Have fantastic communication skills, both written and verbal.

The Offer

• Highly competitive package.
• Outstanding development opportunities and the opportunity to influence a market leading business and its growth.

This is an exciting time to join an organisation that is focussed on growing market share. If you are interested, we would be keen to hear from you!

For more information and an informal discussion, please contact Dre Eden on 021 907 765. You can also email your CV in confidence to dree@technicalfutures.co.nz or click to register your interest.

* Please note: Only individuals that have NZ working rights will be considered for this position