Construction Project Manger

DFP Recruitment; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

DFP Adelaide is recruiting an experienced Project Manager to oversee the full project lifecycle across residential and commercial construction. The role emphasizes accurate estimating, compliance, and delivery of multiple concurrent projects, with strong commercial acumen and leadership.

You will manage contracts, liaise with subcontractors, and drive value engineering while ensuring safety, quality, and environmental standards are met. A proactive, detail-focused mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in project management within the construction sector.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining commercial focus.

Responsibilities

• Manage project delivery from contract award through to practical completion.
• Coordinate subcontractors, direct labour, and supporting project staff.
• Lead construction program development and ensure key milestones are met.
• Oversee contract administration, including claims and variations.
• Conduct site visits and maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and quality obligations.
• Support pre-construction functions including estimating, takeoffs, and documentation review.
• Liaise with suppliers and contractors to ensure timely and accurate submissions.
• Identify value-engineering opportunities and efficiencies.
• Maintain accurate project records in collaboration with administrative teams.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Multi-project leadership

Commercial acumen

Detail orientation

Tools

BuildLogic

Job description

DFP Adelaide is recruiting on behalf of a leading South Australian construction organisation delivering high‑quality residential and commercial construction services. We are seeking an experienced and capable Project Manager to support continued growth and operational excellence.

About the Role

The Project Manager will oversee the full project lifecycle, ensuring accuracy in estimating, adherence to compliance standards, and effective delivery across multiple concurrent projects. This position requires strong commercial acumen, leadership capability, and a commitment to professional integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage project delivery from contract award through to practical completion.
• Coordinate subcontractors, direct labour, and supporting project staff.
• Lead construction program development and ensure key milestones are met.
• Oversee contract administration, including claims and variations.
• Conduct site visits and maintain strict compliance with safety, environmental, and quality obligations.
• Support pre-construction functions including estimating, take‑offs, and documentation review.
• Liaise with suppliers and contractors to ensure timely and accurate submissions.
• Identify value‑engineering opportunities and efficiencies.
• Maintain accurate project records in collaboration with administrative teams.

About You

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in project management within the construction sector.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• High attention to detail, strong organisational abilities, and a proactive mindset.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining commercial focus.

Requirements

• Construction White Card.
• Current driver’s licence.

Desirable

• Experience managing multi‑storey projects.
• Knowledge of risk‑management frameworks.
• Exposure to BuildLogic or similar project management software.

DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise [e-mail]1300 337 000and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.