How much does a Construction Manager earn in New Zealand?

The estimated salary for Construction Manager in New Zealand ranges from NZD 13,125 to NZD 16,875 NZD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 919 job listings

Salary Guide

Construction Manager Salary in New Zealand

Based on 919 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$13,125 - $16,875

Median salary

$13,125 - $16,875

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$9K

25th percentile$11K

Median$13K

75th percentile$17K

90th percentile$19K

50% of professionals earn between $10,937 - $16,875 NZD

The median salary is $13,125

Top cities

Auckland181 job openings

Christchurch87 job openings

Wellington77 job openings

Hamilton54 job openings

Queenstown48 job openings

Tauranga31 job openings

Christchurch Central23 job openings

Napier City21 job openings

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Construction Manager

919 job openings

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The average salary for a Construction Manager in New Zealand is NZD 13,125 - NZD 16,875 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 15,000 per year, based on 919 active job listings.

The cities with the most Construction Manager job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, Hamilton, Queenstown. Auckland leads with 181 job openings.

Explore 919 Construction Manager job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.