Construction Project Manager

Hunter Mason; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Mason is seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead the delivery of engineering and building projects from pre-construction through practical completion. The role is full-time and based at George Street in Sydney CBD, reporting to the Site Operations Manager.

You will plan, organise and coordinate resources, manage risk, procurement, and subcontractor performance, and provide regular updates to senior management. Strong communication and stakeholder management are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or higher in construction management, civil engineering, building, or related field (or 5+ years of relevant experience).
• Understanding of the principles of most trades and services.
• Strong commitment to OHS&E principles.
• Experience in fit-out and refurbishment building projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing the full lifecycle of building or engineering construction projects.
• Strong organisational, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills.
• Sound knowledge of Building Code of Australia and relevant Australian Standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and prioritise resources across one or more construction projects to meet agreed timeframes.
• Apply the hierarchy of controls and other risk management tools across project stages.
• Arrange the procurement and timely delivery of materials, plant and equipment.
• Consult with and build strong relationships with architects, engineers, subcontractors, clients, and trades workers throughout each project.
• Monitor project progress against timelines, costs, quality standards and budgets, and report to management.
• Negotiate with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Ensure all work complies with the Building Code of Australia, relevant Australian Standards, and work health and safety legislation.
• Manage, lead and supervise subcontractors and on-site teams.
• Provide regular project updates, progress reports, and performance metrics to senior management and other stakeholders.

Skills

5+ years construction experience

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

OHS&E knowledge

Education

Bachelor degree or higher in construction management / civil engineering / building

5+ years of relevant construction experience

Job description

Hunter Mason is an established construction management and fit out Head Contractor in the commercial construction industry. We partner with a collection of Australia's most innovative designers and prestigious clients to deliver award winning commercial workplace, hospitality, and education spaces across a variety of industries with offices in Sydney, Melbourne & Canberra and Hobart.

About the role

Reporting to the Site Operations Manager, the Construction Project Manager will plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the construction of engineering and building projects, and all resources involved, from pre-construction through to practical completion. This is a full-time, ongoing position based at George Street in Sydney CBD.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and prioritise resources across one or more construction projects to meet agreed timeframes
• Apply the hierarchy of controls and other risk management tools across project stages
• Arrange the procurement and timely delivery of materials, plant and equipment
• Consult with and build strong relationships with architects, engineers, subcontractors, clients, and trades workers throughout the course of each project
• Monitor project progress against timelines, costs, quality standards and budgets, and report on these to management
• Negotiate with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and other stakeholders
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with the Building Code of Australia, relevant Australian Standards, and work health and safety legislation
• Manage, lead and supervise subcontractors and on-site teams
• Provide regular project updates, progress reports, and performance metrices to senior management and other stakeholders

About you

• A bachelor degree or higher qualification in construction management, civil engineering, building or a related field, or at least five years of relevant experience managing construction projects
• An understanding of the principles of most trades and services
• High level understanding and proven dedication to OHS&E principles
• Work experience within the fit out and refurbishment building industry
• Demonstrated experience managing the full lifecycle of building or engineering construction projects
• Strong organisational, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills
• Sound knowledge of the Building Code of Australia, relevant Australian Standards, and work health and safety obligations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills