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Current Vacancies
Project Manager (Cambridge)
Ready to take ownership of civil construction projects that shape our communities?
We're looking for a project manager to join our team at Camex Civil in Cambridge, a full-time, permanent role bringing financial control, client leadership, and hands-on project delivery.
If you’re motivated by challenge, value being part of a close-knit team, and enjoy working in a supportive, family-owned business, this could be the opportunity for you!
About the role:
As project manager, you'll take ownership of project delivery from start to finish, on time, in specification, and within agreed costs. This is a role for someone with intermediate to senior experience, ready to manage projects with a good degree of autonomy, leading engineers, site managers, and field staff, and acting as the key point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.
Key responsibilities include:
- Reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, schedules and design or methodology changes.
- Developing and managing construction programmes, including resourcing and scheduling.
- Leadership & day to day management reporting of on-site project staff & subcontractors.
- Managing cost control and the claims process with support from a quantity surveyor.
- Building and maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships, including reporting and negotiations.
- Ensuring compliance with all industry regulations, quality standards, and environmental requirements.
- Supporting the new business team in tendering functions such as price reviews, method and programme drafting.
What you'll bring:
- Minimum 5 years’ project management experience in civil infrastructure.
- Competent in Microsoft Project, able to develop, manage, and communicate detailed construction programmes, identify critical paths, and proactively manage programme risks and recovery plans.
- Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, cost control, monthly claims, variations, and subcontractor management, with a track record of delivering within budget and margin.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, building strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.
- Sound, timely decisions under pressure, assessing risk and implementing practical solutions to keep projects on programme and on budget.
- A proven leader who coaches and develops project engineers and site managers, delegates effectively, and builds a positive, safety- and quality-focused team culture.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (preferred).
- Full Class 1 Driver License.
What's on offer:
At Camex Civil, we’re proud of our reputation for quality work and strong family-based values. We offer:
- Competitive remuneration with clear career progression pathways.
- Ongoing training and leadership development.
- A supportive, collaborative team culture.
Additional perks include:
- Company vehicle and phone (or phone allowance)
- Monthly staff breakfasts.
- Training, mentoring, and genuine support to help you succeed.
About Camex Civil
Camex Civil is a leading civil contractor in the Central North Island, specialising in large-scale earthworks, civil siteworks, drainage, and subdivisions. Our people-first culture and commitment to high-quality outcomes set us apart.
Ready to join us?
We’d love to hear from you. If this sounds like the role you’ve been waiting for, apply now! For more information or to request a full position description, contact hr@camexcivil.co.nz
Certifying Drainlayer (Cambridge)
Are you ready to take the next step in your civil construction career?
We’re looking for a registered Certifying Drainlayer in Cambridge to join our passionate team at Camex Civil. With a pipeline full of high-profile infrastructure and development projects, there’s never been a better time to get involved!
About the role:
As a Certifying Drainlayer at Camex Civil, you will be part of a team delivering crucial projects across the Waikato. These include local body infrastructure, commercial construction, and subdivision development. You’ll play a key role in ensuring that these projects are completed safely, on time, and to the highest standard.
You’ll work closely with your Site Manager to plan and execute daily tasks, manage job progress, and ensure that health and safety processes are always followed. In this role, you won’t just be following orders - you’ll have the chance to lead and guide others, and take pride in delivering outstanding work that makes a difference in your community.
At Camex, we believe in supporting your growth. You’ll have opportunities for training and development, and career progression within a team that values your input and dedication.
What you’ll bring:
We’re after a dedicated, team-oriented individual with a passion for civil construction.
To thrive in this role, you’ll need:
- Registered Certifying Drainlayer with a current PGDB practising licence
- A proven track record in drainage or water reticulation projects
- A full Class 1 Driver’s License (Wheels, Tracks and Rollers endorsements preferred)
- The ability to read and interpret plans and technical drawings
- Strong leadership skills and experience training or managing others
- A great attitude and commitment to delivering quality results
- Experience operating plant and machinery.
Working hours:
Minimum of 30 hours per week (Monday to Friday). Nightwork may be required.
What’s on offer:
Join a respected civil construction company where we pride ourselves on our family-oriented culture and supportive work environment. We offer:
- A positive team atmosphere with regular social events
- Opportunities for further training and professional development
- A range of exciting projects that will challenge and grow your skills.
About Camex Civil:
As one of the central North Island’s leading civil contractors, Camex Civil has earned a reputation for delivering high-quality earthworks, 3-waters infrastructure, and subdivisions. For over 28 years, we’ve been committed to quality workmanship, on-time project delivery, and building a team that enjoys coming to work every day.
Our team culture is what sets us apart. Here are just a few of the reasons why our staff love being part of the Camex family:
- Monthly staff breakfasts
- Personal wellbeing and development programs
- An active social club
- Comprehensive training to help you grow in your career.
Ready to join us? Apply now!
If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, we’d love to hear from you! To request a full position description or ask any questions, email hr@camexcivil.co.nz
Applications close: Friday 7 August
Drainlayer (Cambridge)
Are you ready to take the next step in your civil construction career?
We’re looking for an experienced drainlayer in Cambridge to join our passionate team at Camex Civil. With a pipeline full of high-profile infrastructure and development projects, there’s never been a better time to get involved!
About the role:
As a drainlayer at Camex Civil, you will be part of a team delivering crucial projects across the Waikato. These include local body infrastructure, commercial construction, and subdivision development. You’ll play a key role in ensuring that these projects are completed safely, on time, and to the highest standard.
You’ll work closely with your Site Manager to plan and execute daily tasks, manage job progress, and ensure that health and safety processes are always followed.
At Camex, we believe in supporting your growth. You’ll have opportunities for training and development, and career progression within a team that values your input and dedication.
What you’ll bring:
We’re after a dedicated, team-oriented individual with a passion for civil construction. To thrive in this role, you’ll need:
- A proven track record in drainage or water reticulation projects.
- At least 2 years' experience doing drainage work.
- Current knowledge of drainage materials and methods.
- A full Class 1 Driver’s License.
- A great attitude and commitment to delivering quality results.
What’s on offer:
Join a respected civil construction company where we pride ourselves on our family-oriented culture and supportive work environment. We offer:
- A positive team atmosphere with regular social events.
- Opportunities for further training and professional development.
- A range of exciting projects that will challenge and grow your skills.
About Camex Civil:
As one of the Central North Island’s leading civil contractors, Camex Civil has earned a reputation for delivering high-quality earthworks, 3-waters infrastructure, and subdivisions. For over 24 years, we’ve been committed to quality workmanship, on-time project delivery, and building a team that enjoys coming to work every day.
Our team culture is what sets us apart. Here are just a few of the reasons why our staff love being part of the Camex family:
- Monthly staff breakfasts.
- Personal wellbeing and development programs.
- An active social club
- Comprehensive training to help you grow in your career.
Ready to join us? Apply now!
If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, we’d love to hear from you! To request a full position description or ask any questions, email hr@camexcivil.co.nz
Maintenance Grader Operator (Tauranga)
Are you an experienced grader operator looking for your next challenge?
We're looking for a Maintenance Grader Operator to join our Bay of Plenty team at Camex Civil, keeping unsealed rural roads safe and trafficable for the communities that rely on them.
About the role:
As our Maintenance Grader Operator, you'll operate a motor grader to carry out routine maintenance grading, shaping, and drainage clearing on unsealed rural roads. You'll take pride in leaving every road better than you found it, graded to camber and shape spec, free of potholes and corrugations, with drains and culvert inlets clear and working as they should.
What you'll bring:
- A Class 4 licence (as applicable), with grader experience.
- Wheels, Tracks & Rollers (WTR) unit or equivalent grader competency.
- A solid understanding of unsealed road maintenance standards and drainage principles.
- STMS certification is advantageous, but not essential.
- A safety-first mindset and a proactive approach to keeping rural roads in top condition.
What's on offer:
- A competitive hourly rate.
- A ute included as part of the role.
- Join a respected civil construction company with a genuine family-oriented culture.
- Opportunities for further training and professional development.
- A variety of Bay of Plenty road maintenance work that keeps every day different.
About Camex Civil:
As one of the central North Island's leading civil contractors, Camex Civil has earned a reputation for delivering high-quality earthworks and 3-waters infrastructure across the region. We've built our name on quality workmanship, on-time delivery, and a team that enjoys coming to work every day.
Our team culture is what sets us apart. Here are just a few of the reasons why our staff love being part of the Camex family:
- Monthly staff breakfasts.
- An active social club.
- Ongoing training and development to help you grow in your career.
Ready to join us? Apply now!
If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, we'd love to hear from you! To request a full position description or ask any questions, email hr@camexcivil.co.nz
Get in touch
Cambridge Head Office
07 823 4407
86 Hautapu Road, Cambridge 3493
Taupō & Tauranga Depots
0800 4 CAMEX
47 Miro Street, Taupō 3378
Curly McLeod Way, Mt Maunganui 3175


