Lead Site Manager – Commercial Construction

Elm Building Group; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Varied Canberra projects

Career development

Safety-focused workplace

Job summary

Elm Building Group in Canberra seeks an experienced Site Manager to lead commercial construction sites, ensuring safety, quality and on‑time delivery. You will manage day‑to‑day operations, coordinate subcontractors and resources, and drive progress against the program.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years on-site supervision of commercial builds, strong reading of drawings and specs, WHS expertise, and proven leadership with clients and trades.

Qualifications

• At least five years' experience in site management or construction supervision in a commercial setting.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and project programs.
• Knowledge of Australian Standards and WHS practices.
• Coordinate multiple trades and maintain high standards of workmanship.
• Problem-solving skills with attention to detail and to issues.
• Clear communication and confident leadership with clients and subcontractors.
• Experience with construction management software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations.
• Coordinate subcontractors and resources to meet the program.
• Drive delivery against the construction program.
• Maintain high safety and workmanship standards and resolve site challenges.
• Keep stakeholders informed and engaged.

Skills

Site management

Construction supervision

Reading drawings & specs

WHS knowledge

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Project planning

MS Office

Education

Driver's licence

White Card

Asbestos & silica awareness training

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

Elm Building Group in Canberra seeks an experienced Site Manager to lead commercial construction sites, ensuring safety, quality and on‑time delivery. You will manage day‑to‑day operations, coordinate subcontractors and resources, and drive progress against the program.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years on-site supervision of commercial builds, strong reading of drawings and specs, WHS expertise, and proven leadership with clients and trades.