Project Manager

About the role

As a Project Manager in Melbourne, you will lead safe, profitable and timely delivery of fit‑out and construction projects from pre‑construction through to the defect liability period.

Key responsibilities

• Develop construction programmes, negotiate and award trade and services contracts, and coordinate project delivery.
• Manage budgets, expenditure, payment claims and monthly cost reporting, identifying contract risks and profit improvement opportunities.
• Implement safety, environmental and quality requirements, monitor site performance and ensure defects are closed out.
• Chair project meetings and maintain clear communication with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
• Mentor and manage project teams, support individual development and maintain accurate project records in JOBPAC and Procore.

Required profile

• Trade qualification or tertiary building degree/diploma and a current Construction Industry Card.
• At least 5 years’ building industry experience, including 2‑5 years in commercial construction project management, preferably fit‑out and refurbishment.
• Experience on projects valued at $5 million or more.
• Strong knowledge of head contracts, sub‑contracts, cost reporting and construction programming.
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications for accuracy and buildability.

Required skills

• Procore
• JOBPAC

What we offer

• Competitive salary with profit‑share potential up to 15% of salary.
• 5 additional paid leave days each year.
• Personalised career development and flexible work‑life plans.
• Health and wellbeing benefits including mental health support and discounted health insurance.
• Personalised parental leave benefits and regular social events.