Facilities - Project Manager

Frontline Construction QLD; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontline Construction QLD is seeking a commercially minded Project Manager to oversee a large portfolio of refurbishment and fit-out projects on the Gold Coast. You will manage approx.

40–50 concurrent projects monthly, coordinating estimating, planning, delivery, invoicing and handover to ensure quality and margins. The role requires strong construction knowledge, hands-on site exposure, and the ability to build long-term client relationships while driving project profitability in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Solid construction background with hands-on site experience.
• Strong knowledge of refurbishment and fit-out methods with multi-trade coordination.
• Experience managing high-volume project portfolios (30–50 concurrent jobs per month).
• Commercial awareness: margin protection, value engineering and cost control.
• Excellent communication, organization, and ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume portfolio of refurbishment, fit-out and multi-trade projects.
• Oversee full project lifecycle from scope, estimating, scheduling to invoicing.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades, and internal teams to deliver on time and budget.
• Review costs and quantities to optimise margins and profitability.
• Monitor budgets and financial performance to meet targets.
• Build strong client relationships to encourage repeat business.

Skills

Construction background

Trade supervision

Site management

Multi-trade coordination

Portfolio management

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Organization skills

CRM systems

Project management tools

Tools

CRM systems

Project management tools

Job description

Are you a commercially minded Project Manager with strong construction knowledge and the ability to manage a high-volume portfolio of refurbishment and fit-out projects?

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to take ownership of multiple concurrent projects, delivering quality outcomes, protecting margins and building long-term client relationships.

About the Role

You will oversee a diverse portfolio of refurbishment, fit-out, defit, minor capital works and multi-trade construction projects. Managing approximately 40–50 concurrent projects per month, with typical project values ranging from $20,000 to $65,000, you will be responsible for coordinating delivery from estimating and planning through to completion, invoicing and client handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume portfolio of refurbishment, fit-out, defit, minor capex and multi-trade projects.
• Oversee the full project lifecycle, from scope review and estimating through to scheduling, delivery, completion and invoicing.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades, suppliers and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
• Review estimates, labour allowances, material costs and subcontractor pricing to identify efficiencies and protect project margins.
• Monitor budgets, variations, costs and project financial performance to achieve commercial targets.
• Manage approximately 40–50 concurrent projects while maintaining consistent standards of delivery and communication.
• Identify risks, delays and cost pressures early, implementing practical solutions to keep projects on track.
• Ensure quality, safety, compliance and documentation requirements are met throughout delivery.
• Build strong client relationships that encourage repeat business, client retention and long-term partnerships.

Skills & Experience

• Solid construction background with trade experience or equivalent hands‑on site exposure, such as carpentry, trade supervision or site management.
• Strong technical knowledge of refurbishment and fit‑out construction methods, including multi‑trade coordination.
• Proven experience managing high‑volume project portfolios, ideally 30–50 concurrent jobs per month.
• Commercial awareness, including margin protection, value engineering, cost control and project profitability.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, proactive updates to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver consistently under pressure.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and project management tools, with the discipline to maintain accurate, real‑time project updates.

What's on Offer?

• A varied portfolio of refurbishment, fit‑out and multi‑trade projects.
• A fast‑paced, commercially focused environment where accountability and initiative are valued.
• The opportunity to influence project profitability, client retention and business growth.
• The chance to build lasting client relationships and develop an established subcontractor network.