Construction Manager – Construction, Fit Out and Refurb
 
The Company
 
This $30 million turnover business, established in 2010, has built a strong reputation for delivering boutique fit out and refurbishment projects across the hospitality, entertainment, leisure, commercial, and retail sectors, with project values reaching up to $10 million.
 
The company also offers Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) services on construction, fit out, and refurbishment projects up to $20 million, demonstrating a proactive and collaborative approach to project delivery.
 
With a progressive vision and plans for interstate expansion, the business remains grounded in its family-oriented roots. A strong emphasis on team mentality and leadership development underpins its culture, making it a trusted and forward-thinking player in the construction and fit out space.
 
 
The Position – Construction Manager or Project Director looking for the step up - 
 

• Oversee and support Project Managers across all active projects and it site team
• Support the Estimating Team with review of bids and tenders, including presentation with the marketing team / Methodologies for tender presentations
• Tender Closing meetings with the Chief Estimator and the Directors
• Coordinate and manage the planning, programming, and scheduling of works
• Monitor project performance and identify areas for improvement
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery
• Manage administrative ensure sub-contractors and external resources are properly engaged
• Ensure compliance with company WHS and Environmental Management Policies, including participation in toolbox talks, pre-starts, and safety meetings
• Liaise with the Site Teams to ensure all staff are inducted, properly equipped (PPE), and that any hazards are reported and resolved
• Understand ITPs, and QA with the delivery team, supporting design issues and solutions. Ensure company are meeting the compliance, NCC and Australian Standards and mitigating risk
• Uphold quality standards by ensuring all applicable checklists are completed and quality levels are met per contract and internal expectations
• Coordinate plant, labour, and equipment in collaboration with the Allocations Team. Communicate IR matters promptly to the Construction Director and HR Manager; seek guidance as needed
• Be a leader and a mentor/coach to direct reports, providing guidance, delegating effectively, and identifying training needs to your delivery team
• Promote the use of company-provided digital platforms
• Oversee recruitment and terminations as per HR policies and procedures for your department
• Contribute to reporting, design reviews, and methodology development to improve project delivery.  

 
Skills and Experience
 

• Minimum 10 years' experience managing commercial construction projects
• Strong understanding of project delivery processes and construction methodologies
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications. Pick up design errors
• Effective leadership of staff and subcontractors across multiple disciplines
• Capability to train and upskill employees and subcontractors
• Proactive in identifying operational improvements and implementing change
• Hands-on approach, willing to step into operational roles when needed
• Strong communication skills across all organisational levels
• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset
• Proactive problem-solving and lateral thinking
• Leadership and mentoring ability, particularly with apprentices and cadets
• Competent delegator with strong coordination skills

 
Salary to be discussed due to the nature of seniority of the role.
 
How to Apply
 
Please click apply or send your CV to [email protected] - if you wish to discuss the role, please call Emma Browne on: 0434 440 883.
 
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