Project Manager

About the Company

This respected Sydney-based construction business is known for delivering exceptional residential, commercial, and hospitality projects, including complex refurbishments and adaptive reuse developments. They emphasize hands-on leadership, collaborative teamwork, and a strong commitment to quality, fostering excellent relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors. With a solid track record and an impressive pipeline of forthcoming projects, the company offers opportunities to contribute to design-focused development projects within a skilled and supportive team.

Job Opportunity

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Project Manager to oversee a $40 million boutique Class 2 development in Sydney's Inner West. Reporting closely to senior leadership, the successful candidate will carry full responsibility for the safe, timely, budget-compliant, and high-quality delivery of this project. The role suits a capable Project Manager adept at handling multiple projects simultaneously, balancing priorities, leading various project teams, and maintaining strong commercial and operational oversight.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of delivering two construction projects located in Cremorne and Marrickville.
• Lead and coordinate site, commercial, and project delivery teams for both projects.
• Develop, manage, and monitor construction schedules and critical milestones.
• Control project budgets, perform forecasting, and oversee commercial performance.
• Manage procurement processes, subcontractor negotiations, and contract administration.
• Collaborate with consultants, subcontractors, clients, and key stakeholders.
• Coordinate design development and resolve construction and buildability challenges.
• Identify potential project risks and implement mitigation strategies effectively.
• Track site progress, productivity, and quality standards across projects.
• Maintain rigorous WHS compliance, quality assurance, and regulatory adherence.
• Provide regular progress reports and updates to senior management.
• Drive the projects through practical completion, defect resolution, and final handover.

Candidate Requirements

• Demonstrated experience as a Project Manager within the Australian construction industry.
• Solid background in delivering residential, commercial, or mixed-use construction projects.
• Strong commercial understanding including contracts, procurement, and cost management.
• Exceptional planning, programming, and organizational skills.
• Proven capability to lead multiple project teams and manage subcontractors efficiently.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Degree qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• A proactive and practical approach, able to work independently and make sound decisions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package up to $250,000 plus superannuation, dependent on experience.
• Opportunity to work with a reputable Sydney builder known for high-quality projects.
• Collaboration with an experienced and engaged senior leadership team.
• Autonomy and responsibility managing multiple projects.
• Exposure to technically challenging residential and commercial construction developments.
• Supportive and cooperative work environment.
• Access to a strong pipeline of upcoming projects providing long-term career stability.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.