Lead Fit-Out Project Manager — Design to Handover (Perth)

Amida Recruitment; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Amida Recruitment is seeking an experienced Project Manager in Perth to lead end-to-end delivery of high-quality fitout and refurbishment projects from design through to handover. You will act as the primary client contact, drive profitability, and manage risks to protect project budgets.

You will oversee programs, coordinate subcontractors, and mentor junior staff while maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships across multiple concurrent projects.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or similar.
• Minimum 5 years' experience delivering fitout and refurbishment projects as a Project Manager with a head contractor or D&B builder.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects from design stage through to handover.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing project budgets, variations, and claims.
• Working knowledge of local council and regulatory requirements and standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of fitout and refurbishment projects from design through to handover.
• Negotiate and let subcontracts against budget, managing procurement schedules in line with programme.
• Lead the tender process and contribute to the development of construction methodologies that win work.
• Develop and maintain project programmes, communicating updates to clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Identify and manage construction risk across projects, implementing mitigation strategies proactively.
• Manage project expenditure, cashflow forecasting, and monthly cost reporting.
• Oversee project quality assurance, ensuring all works comply with drawings, specifications, and relevant standards.
• Manage client and stakeholder relationships, providing regular progress reporting and maintaining satisfaction throughout.
• Lead and mentor junior project staff including Assistant Project Managers, Project Coordinators, and Site Managers.
• Manage project completion including practical completion documentation, defect rectification, and close-out.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction/Architecture or equivalent

Tools

Procore

MS Office

Job description

Amida Recruitment is seeking an experienced Project Manager in Perth to lead end-to-end delivery of high-quality fitout and refurbishment projects from design through to handover. You will act as the primary client contact, drive profitability, and manage risks to protect project budgets.

You will oversee programs, coordinate subcontractors, and mentor junior staff while maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships across multiple concurrent projects.