Lead Site Manager: $5M+ Commercial Projects

Roussos Recruitment; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ROUSSOS Recruitment partners with an established South Australian builder to appoint an experienced Site Manager responsible for delivery across education, retail, industrial and broader commercial sectors. Projects are typically valued at $5M+, offering a varied portfolio and strong client relationships.

As Site Manager you will oversee day‑to‑day site operations from establishment to handover, coordinating subcontractors, trades and suppliers while ensuring programme, safety, quality and

Qualifications

• Proven site management experience in commercial construction.
• Experience with new build and/or fit-out projects preferred.
• Strong coordination of subcontractors, trades and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of day-to-day site operations on $5M+ projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades, suppliers and site personnel.
• Drive construction programmes, milestones and project outcomes.
• Manage site logistics, sequencing and coordination of works.
• Lead site meetings and coordinate daily construction activities.
• Maintain high WHS, quality and compliance standards.
• Monitor progress and resolve site issues proactively.
• Oversee inspections, defects and project close-out.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, consultants and clients.
• Build productive relationships with subcontractors and stakeholders.

Skills

Site management

Commercial construction

Stakeholder management

WH&S knowledge

Job description

ROUSSOS Recruitment partners with an established South Australian builder to appoint an experienced Site Manager responsible for delivery across education, retail, industrial and broader commercial sectors. Projects are typically valued at $5M+, offering a varied portfolio and strong client relationships.

As Site Manager you will oversee day‑to‑day site operations from establishment to handover, coordinating subcontractors, trades and suppliers while ensuring programme, safety, quality and