About Nelmac Kūmānu
Nelmac Kūmānu has been enhancing New Zealand’s environment for over 30 years. As a vertically integrated team, we deliver ecology-led environmental infrastructure solutions across landscapes, water and environmental. Our purpose is grounded in kaitiakitanga – the guardianship of our natural world. We work alongside public and private partners to deliver sustainable, fit-for-purpose solutions that protect and enhance landscapes, creating vibrant environments for future generations. Learn more at nelmac.co.nz.
About the Role
Nelmac Kūmānu are seeking an experienced Business Manager to lead their Landscape Construction, Maintenance, and Carpentry division across Te Tauihu/Nelson and Marlborough. This role will see you leading a well-established and high-performing team to ensure continued operational excellence, outstanding client service and to support growth opportunities outside of the region.
You’ll lead and manage our Landscape Construction, Maintenance, and Carpentry teams to deliver exceptional results while overseeing all aspects of operations, including budgeting, tendering and team leadership. Your commercial expertise will see you leveraging data and insights to identify opportunities for improvement and to expand Nelmac Kūmānu’s service offering. You will be adept at building strong client relationships and ensuring projects meet contractual and quality standards. This role also champions a proactive health, safety, and wellbeing culture, while fostering a positive team environment aligned with Nelmac Kūmānu’s values of Respect, Responsibility, and Guardianship. It’s ideal for someone who is confident with numbers and thrives on strategic thinking, problem-solving, and creating high-performing teams.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in business management, business development or contract management within landscape construction, maintenance, or related commercial contracting services.
- Strong commercial and financial acumen and contract management expertise.
- Prior experience leading teams towards high-performance outcomes.
- Exceptional written and communication skills and ability to create professional and accurate tenders and documentation.
- Proven ability to build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
- Ability to manage complex projects and deliver operational excellence.
Why Join Us?
At Nelmac Kūmānu, we’re committed to sustainability, innovation, and creating spaces that enrich communities. You’ll be part of a supportive leadership team with opportunities to make a real impact.
If you’re passionate about driving operational excellence and shaping sustainable landscapes, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and join a team committed to innovation, quality, and guardianship of our environment.
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Applications close on Wednesday 17th December 2025.
To find out more, please contact Odette Shearer ph: 021 270 8657 or odette.shearer@brannigans.co.nz
