Based on 2 submissions across Aotearoa
Supervises construction crews on site, coordinating daily work, resources, and schedules. Ensures quality, safety, and productivity targets are met and reports progress to the site or project manager. The on-the-ground leader of a building team. Practical trade experience is essential, along with strong leadership and clear communication on site. The role is a common step toward site manager or project manager positions on larger projects. Good foremen know the trade, manage the crew, and keep the client confident at the same time. The experience here is the recognised foundation for site management on bigger contracts.
Base salary + bonuses, based on 2 submissions
Based on 2 anonymous submissions
Across 2 anonymous submissions, the median total salary for a Construction Foreman in New Zealand is $99,250 per year. Total remuneration ranges from about $95,450 (10th percentile) to $103,050 (90th percentile).
A full-time median of $99,250 per year compares with the NZ minimum wage of $49,816 per year and the living wage of $62,192 per year.
Median pay by experience: Senior (6-9 Yrs) $90,000, Lead (10+ Yrs) $98,000.
Based on 2 submissions
Median salary progression