Project Manager - Retail Fit Out & New Build Projects

About the role

Join a fast‑growing construction business delivering high‑quality retail, workplace and hospitality projects across Australia. Reporting to the Construction Manager, you will own projects from start‑up through to handover, ensuring safety, schedule, budget and quality standards are met.

Key responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of construction projects across the full lifecycle.
• Manage programmes, schedules and milestones using Microsoft Project.
• Control project costs, budgets, forecasting and monthly reporting.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Coordinate subcontractors, run site meetings and handle project documentation.
• Manage RFIs, resolve issues promptly and oversee quality assurance processes.
• Handle procurement, tendering and supplier selection.
• Ensure compliance with HSE/OHSEQ requirements and company systems.
• Oversee construction start‑up, permits, statutory approvals and authority requirements.
• Lead project completion, defects management and handover.

Required profile

• Proven experience delivering new‑build projects, preferably with pad‑site experience.
• Strong technical knowledge across the construction lifecycle.
• Experience with new services connections and relevant authorities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage construction start‑up and project completion.
• Experience with building permits, statutory approvals and occupancy permits.
• Strong client and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent leadership, organisational, negotiation and communication abilities.
• Collaborative, low‑ego and solutions‑focused approach.

Required skills

• Microsoft Project

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on high‑profile retail, workplace and hospitality projects.
• Autonomous role with genuine ownership of project delivery.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Structured bonus opportunities and quarterly mental health days.
• Inclusive, collaborative and people‑focused culture.