Client Side Project Manager

Ivory Group; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse project portfolio

Client-side exposure

Career progression

Professional development

Permanent opportunity

Job summary

Ivory Group is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead client-side projects across a diverse portfolio in Australia. The role focuses on guiding projects from planning through to handover, coordinating consultants and stakeholders to ensure delivery on time and within budget.

The successful candidate will manage budgets, programs, risks and reporting, with responsibilities spanning design management, procurement, site inspections and post-project activities.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Architecture or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Project Management within the construction or property industry.
• Experience managing consultants, contractors and multiple stakeholders.
• Government project experience highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from concept and feasibility through to completion and handover.
• Act as the key client-side representative throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage budgets, programmes, risks and project reporting.
• Coordinate consultants, contractors and key project stakeholders.
• Lead design management and design coordination processes.
• Procurement, tendering and contract administration.
• Site inspections and monitoring of project progress.
• Manage variations, claims, risks and commercial outcomes.
• Provide reporting to clients and senior stakeholders.
• Coordinate commissioning, handover and post-project activities.
• Support capital works planning and project feasibility.

Skills

Budget management

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Project lifecycle knowledge

Education

Tertiary qualification in Construction Management or related field

Job description

ABOUT THE COMPANY.

Our client is a highly reputable, privately owned property and facilities management business with a strong presence across Australia. They provide integrated facilities, asset, property and project management solutions to a diverse portfolio of government, commercial, education and community clients.

With an established project management division and an impressive pipeline of work, they specialise in delivering projects ranging from workplace fit-outs and refurbishments through to major capital works, infrastructure upgrades and complex live-environment projects.

They are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their growing team and play a key role in delivering a diverse range of client-side projects. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that places strong emphasis on quality, collaboration and delivering the right outcomes for its clients.

ABOUT THE POSITION.

As a Project Manager, you will take ownership of projects from initial planning and design through to construction, completion and handover. Working in a client-side capacity, you will act as a trusted advisor to clients while coordinating consultants, contractors and key stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required standard.

You will have the opportunity to work across a broad range of projects including major capital works, commercial fit-outs, refurbishments, infrastructure upgrades and building services projects.

This position will provide you with significant exposure to high-profile clients, whilst allowing you to work alongside experienced industry professionals within a collaborative and supportive environment.

DUTIES.

• Manage projects from concept and feasibility through to completion and handover
• Act as the key client-side representative throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage project budgets, programmes, risks and project reporting
• Coordinate consultants, contractors and key project stakeholders
• Lead design management and design coordination processes
• Manage procurement, tendering and contract administration
• Conduct regular site inspections and monitor project progress
• Manage variations, claims, risks and commercial outcomes
• Provide clear and consistent reporting to clients and senior stakeholders
• Manage project governance, compliance and quality requirements
• Coordinate commissioning, handover and post-project activities
• Support capital works planning and project feasibility

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE.

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Architecture or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Project Management within the construction or property industry
• Previous client-side/project consultancy experience highly regarded
• Strong understanding of the full project lifecycle
• Experience managing consultants, contractors and multiple stakeholders
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement and project delivery
• Excellent budget, programme and risk management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities
• Government project experience highly regarded

CULTURE.

Our client is committed to creating a collaborative, inclusive and supportive environment where employees are empowered to take ownership of their projects and develop their careers.

With a strong focus on delivering quality outcomes, the business values clear communication, accountability and teamwork. Employees are encouraged to bring their expertise to the table while working alongside experienced professionals across project management, facilities management and property services.

BENEFITS.

• Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects
• Client-side exposure across the full project lifecycle
• Strong pipeline of major projects
• Work alongside experienced project management professionals
• Exposure to high-profile clients and complex projects
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Stable and secure permanent opportunity
• Opportunity to contribute to projects that deliver meaningful community outcomes