Client-Side Project Manager (Construction) - Darwin Nt

Switchco Australia Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; Vor Ort; AUD 180.000 - 200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Permanent employment

On-site work

Zusammenfassung

SwitchCo Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a highly skilled Construction Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of complex construction and infrastructure projects in Melbourne. You will plan, coordinate and supervise all stages from concept to handover, ensuring safety, quality, on-time delivery and adherence to budget.

The role requires coordinating with architects, engineers, contractors, and suppliers, developing schedules and cost plans, monitoring progress, managing risks, and reporting to

Qualifikationen

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in construction management software.
• Knowledge of building codes and regulations.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Problem-solving abilities.

Aufgaben

• Plan and oversee construction projects from start to finish.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Create project schedules and timelines.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Resolve issues or conflicts during construction.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Deadline-driven

Construction software

Building codes

Leadership

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Primavera P6

Jobbeschreibung

Construction Project Manager

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Job Description

Job title: Construction Project Manager

Location: Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia

Role type: Full-time

Employee working hours: Full-time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee and manage construction projects from conception to completion. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing various construction projects while ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

Skills:

– Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

– Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

– Proficiency in construction management software

– Knowledge of building codes and regulations

– Strong leadership skills

– Problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities:

– Plan and oversee construction projects from start to finish

– Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders

– Create project schedules and timelines

– Monitor project progress and make adjustments as needed

– Ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards

– Communicate effectively with all stakeholders

– Resolve any issues or conflicts that may arise during the construction process

Qualifications:

– Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

– Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role

– PMP certification is preferred

– Knowledge of construction processes and best practices

– Familiarity with relevant software applications such as MS Office Suite , AutoCAD , Primavera P6 etc.

We are seeking a skilled Construction Project Manager to oversee and manage construction projects in East Melbourne, Victoria. This permanent, full-time role is crucial for ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in building and construction, demonstrating leadership and effective communication skills to coordinate with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, execute, and finalise construction projects according to strict deadlines and within budget
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure project specifications are met
• Manage project risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Monitor and report on project progress, adjusting plans as necessary
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes
• Prepare and present project documentation and reports to stakeholders
• Lead and motivate project teams to achieve project goals
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure quality control

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in construction project management
• Proven track record of successfully managing construction projects from inception to completion
• Strong knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and construction best practices
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in project management software and tools
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously

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Education and Experience:
5+ years of experience in Telecommunications OSP infrastructure design, and construction including node splits, plant extensions and building entrance facilities.
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At Otis , our people make the difference. Every day, we work together to deliver innovative solutions that keep the world moving. Join a global industry leader where collaboration, development, and empowerment help both our people and our business reach new heights.

Be part of Otis, recognised among Forbes World's Best Employers 2025, and help shape some of Victoria's most exciting construction and infrastructure projects.

Date Posted:

Country:

Australia

Location:

LOC7013 : Unit 1 & 2, 177 Salmon St, Port Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

At Otis , our people make the difference. Every day, we work together to deliver innovative solutions that keep the world moving. Join a global industry leader where collaboration, development, and empowerment help both our people and our business reach new heights.

Be part of Otis, recognised among Forbes World's Best Employers 2025, and help shape some of Victoria's most exciting construction and infrastructure projects.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Construction Project Manager to join our team in Port Melbourne, Victoria .

Reporting to the Senior Construction Operations Manage r , you will lead the successful delivery of New Equipment (NE) and Modernisation (MOD) projects, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This role offers the opportunity to work with major builders, consultants, developers, and stakeholders across a diverse portfolio of projects while leading high-performing installation teams.

What's in It for You?

Competitive base salary + Superannuation
Car allowance
Project Manager incentive scheme
Career development opportunities with a global market leader
Access to training, leadership development, and mentoring programs
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Opportunity to work on iconic projects across Victoria

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and administer New Equipment and Modernisation projects in line with the Otis Sales Installation Process (SIP).
• Lead installation teams to achieve safety, quality, schedule, and financial targets.
• Monitor project programs and ensure site activities are completed according to approved schedules.
• Attend site meetings and provide leadership to allocated installation labour and subcontractors.
• Plan workforce requirements and maintain effective resource allocation across projects.
• Recruit, coach, develop, and motivate field teams to build a high-performance culture.
• Develop strong relationships with customers, builders, consultants, government inspectors, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor project performance, manage risks, and proactively resolve issues.
• Ensure all project documentation, contract records, site diaries, timesheets, and safety reports are accurately maintained.
• Participate in project reviews and provide regular updates to branch and head office management.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Building, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline. An Electrical or Mechanical Trade qualification will be highly regarded.
• Hold full Australia working rights and must have a current Australian driver's license.
• Proven experience leading installation teams, technicians, mechanics, or subcontractors.
• Minimum 3-5 years' project management experience, ideally within the elevator, escalator, construction, building services, or related industries.
• Strong commercial awareness and contract management experience.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong planning, organisation, and problem-solving capabilities.
• The ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with diverse teams.
• A commitment to safety, customer service, and continuous improvement.

Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.

You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.

When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.

We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.

Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis click here .

Become a part of the Otis team and help us #Buildwhatsnext!

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Love restaurants? Love solving complex problems? Get a kick out of seeing a project go from concept to opening day?

At Nando's, we're constantly evolving our restaurant portfolio, and we're looking for a Project Manager - Design & Construction to help bring that growth to life across Australia and New Zealand.

Reporting to the Head of Construction , you'll lead the delivery of new restaurant builds, relocations, refurbishments and restaurant enhancement projects from concept through to handover.

From new restaurant openings and drive-thru developments to refurbishment programs and operational improvement projects, you'll be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, on budget and to the high standards our teams and customers expect.

Working closely with Design, Development, Operations, shopfitters, consultants and landlords, you'll balance customer experience, operational practicality and commercial outcomes while managing multiple projects across ANZ.

What You'll Love at Nando's

Free Nando's: Meals on us when you work, plus perks for friends and family

Hybrid Life: Split your time between our state of the art Richmond Restaurant Support office (3 days), overlooking the Yarra River , and working from home (2 days)

Travel with Purpose: Regular travel across Australia and New Zealand to support projects and restaurant openings

Drive-Thru Innovation: Play a key role in delivering and evolving our growing drive-thru portfolio

Be You: Bring your whole self to a values-led, inclusive family that genuinely cares

Work + Play: Team lunches, project travel, plenty of laughs and a close-knit team that enjoys working hard and having fun

Wellness Support: Access resources for mental health, fitness, nutrition and financial wellbeing

Do Good: Be part of a business committed to social impact, sustainability and changing lives together

What You'll Be Doing

Lead the delivery of new restaurant builds, relocations and refurbishment projects across ANZ

Manage projects from design development through tendering, construction and handover

Partner with architects, designers, consultants, shopfitters and contractors to achieve outstanding outcomes

Review construction costs, budgets and project forecasts to ensure strong commercial performance

Drive project timelines and proactively manage risks, issues and stakeholder expectations

Support the continued evolution of Nando's restaurant formats, including drive-thru and customer experience initiatives

Build strong relationships with Operations teams to ensure seamless project handovers

Ensure projects meet quality, budget, safety and compliance requirements

Who You Are

You're a commercially minded project professional who loves bringing people together to deliver great outcomes.

You’ll bring:

Experience managing retail, hospitality, QSR or multi-site construction projects

Experience delivering drive-thru projects or working within drive-thru environments highly regarded

Strong project management, budgeting and stakeholder management skills

A practical approach to solving problems and overcoming project challenges

The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Strong commercial acumen and confidence interpreting project costs and business cases

Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence a broad range of stakeholders

A passion for hospitality, customer experience and continuous improvement

Most importantly, you're excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of Nando's restaurants across Australia and New Zealand.

Ready to Fire It Up?

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered.

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with 5+ years delivering complex infrastructure or maritime projects, ideally within operational, live or high-compliance environments. This is not a junior stepping-stone role — it is suited to someone confident operating at a senior level with autonomy and authority.

Empowerment and Growth

Join us, and you’ll find a career path carved just for you, with opportunities to grow as vast as the projects you’ll manage. With autonomy and flexibility, you’ll steer the helm of time, budget, and quality, ensuring our clients’ dreams rise from the ground up. And don’t worry, our team’s got your back—support is our foundation.

Your Daily Blueprint

• Project Planning : Lead full lifecycle project planning, including feasibility, authority approvals, stakeholder alignment and design management across complex infrastructure or maritime environments.
• Team Leadership : Provide senior leadership across consultants, contractors and specialist stakeholders, ensuring compliance within live, operational or high-risk sites
• Operational Excellence : Drive procurement strategy, contract negotiation, risk allocation and commercial performance across multiple concurrent projects.
• Financial Management : Manage multi-million-dollar project budgets, forecasting, variations and commercial risk.
• Quality Assurance : Lead compliance reviews, regulatory engagement and site governance inspections.
• Client Delight : Act as trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic direction and confident decision-making.

Your New Professional Home

Based inMelbourne, you’ll enjoy the agility of a small business with the reach of a big one. At SwitchCo, you’ll experience career-defining moments that are as unique as you are.

Compensation:

We offer a competitive salary range that reflects your expertise and experience. Benefits are designed to support your well-being and future.

Realities of the Role

This is a senior delivery role. It requires sound judgement, commercial maturity and the confidence to make difficult decisions under pressure. You will be trusted to operate autonomously and represent SwitchCo at a senior level with clients and contractors.

Your Toolkit for Success

• Experience :
  • 5+ years delivering construction or infrastructure projects end-to-end (7–10 years preferred).
  • Demonstrated experience delivering complex, high-value or high-risk projects in maritime, fuel, civil or infrastructure environments.
  • Experience operating within live, operational, secure or regulated environments.
  • Proven ability to manage scope, programme, budget and quality across multiple concurrent projects.
  • Track record of leading consultants and contractors on projects of significant scale or complexity.
• Education : A degree in building, engineering, or project management is a plus.
• Independence : Own your projects with confidence from day one.
• Engagement : Be an independent thinker, passionate learner, and quality-driven achiever.

Join the People-First Revolution at SwitchCo

At SwitchCo, we don’t just build projects; we build futures. Our team is the heartbeat of our success, and we’re looking for a Project Manager who’s ready to embrace our People First approach. If you’re someone who sets high standards for yourself and thrives in a harmonious and caring environment, even when the going gets tough, we’re looking for you.

The SwitchCo Way - A Path Paved with Trust and Excellence

• Partnerships Built on Trust : Transparency and honesty are our guiding stars.
• Fearless Project Delivery : We tackle projects head‑on, guided by our core values.
• Ownership of Outcomes : Accountability is our promise, in success and learning.
• Petroleum Expertise : Our authority in petroleum projects sets us apart.

Our Core Values - The Compass of Our Culture

• We Really Care : Our passion for our work extends to our colleagues, projects, stakeholders, and the environment.
• We Challenge : We’re not just post-box PMs; we ask the tough questions and challenge the status quo.
• Integrity is Everything : Under pressure or in calm seas, our integrity is our reputation.

Drive the Bus with Us

Are you tired of being a passenger? At SwitchCo, we’re all about taking control and steering towards success. If you’re ready to take the wheel and drive the outcomes, we’re ready to welcome you aboard.

The Foundation of Our Success - Our Services

At SwitchCo, we’re not just a team; we’re pioneers in:

• Client-Side Project and Programme Management : Steering visions to reality.
• Fuel System Design and Documentation : Crafting systems that power progress.
• Dangerous Goods Consultation : Ensuring safety and compliance in every project.

Our sectors of mastery include:

• Retail Fuel : Fuelling the journey of countless travellers.
• Infrastructure and Ground Remediation : Rebuilding and restoring with precision.
• Maritime & Port Infrastructure: Delivering works within operational marine environments, live assets and complex stakeholder interfaces
• Dangerous Goods : Handling complexity with care.
• Facilities Management : Overseeing operations with a keen eye for detail.

From the energy that powers wind farms to the precision required for service stations, our prowess in Commercial Construction is unmatched, transcending industry boundaries.

The Recruitment Voyage

Your path to joining the SwitchCo team is meticulously designed to ensure a mutual fit. Here’s how our journey begins:

• Initial Submission : Start your journey with us by submitting your CV through our careers page.
• Psychometric Exploration : Following your application, you’ll be invited to complete a psychometric assessment via Talogy. This step is crucial, as we consider the assessment results before reviewing CVs.
• Shortlist Advancement : If shortlisted, you can expect a phone call and potentially an invitation for an interview with our leadership team. Our process is designed to connect us with the best candidates efficiently and effectively.

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with 5+ years delivering complex infrastructure or maritime projects, ideally within operational, live or high-compliance environments. This is not a junior stepping-stone role — it is suited to someone confident operating at a senior level with autonomy and authority.

What’s on offer?

• $180k - $200k + Super
• Permanent Employment
• Predominantly working on-site (4-5 days p/w)
• Inner-West suburbs of Melbourne location