General Manager - Construction

ABN Group; City Of Vincent; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Western Australia is seeking a General Manager - Construction to lead strategic execution and drive continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have proven senior leadership experience, strong strategic and communication skills, and a focus on fostering collaborative high-performance teams. The position offers an opportunity to significantly impact the business culture and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership experience, particularly during periods of change.
• Strong strategic thinking, planning and execution capabilities.
• High emotional intelligence with team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Construction function focused on high performance.
• Drive and develop strategy, project and change management plans.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement in the organization.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Tertiary qualifications

Job description

ABN Group, Leederville, Western Australia, Australia

The Opportunity

We are seeking a General Manager - Construction to shape the culture, lead strategic execution, and drive continuous improvement across safety, building, customer experience, maintenance and trade relations. You will facilitate and develop initiatives that improve the efficiency, effectiveness and productivity to optimise profitability of the business, considering identified present and future risks and ensuring mitigation plans are put in place.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Construction function with a focus on high performance and collaboration
• Drive and develop the strategy, project and change management plans for the function
• Grow strong working relationships with GM Building in Victoria to unlock national alignment
• Implement scalable systems and practices for long-term success and efficiency
• Champion innovation, continuous improvement, and cultural alignment
• Support enterprise-wide initiatives while ensuring functional needs are met
• Build strong internal and external relationships to enable operational success

What You\'ll Bring

• Proven senior leadership experience, particularly during periods of change
• Strong strategic thinking, planning and execution capabilities
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to get the best out of teams
• Outstanding communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Demonstrated success in customer experience and relationship management
• Excellent time management, organisational, and decision-making skills
• A growth mindset with resilience, drive, and a solutions-focused attitude
• Experience in change management and continuous improvement programs
• Tertiary qualifications highly regarded

Apply Now

If you\'re a strategic and people-first leader ready to make a real impact, we\'d love to hear from you. Applications will close on Wednesday 24 September 2025 at 3pm. Early applications are encouraged.

Please note we are internally sourcing this role and not accepting applications from recruitment agencies.