Manager - Refurbishment Projects

BETHANIE; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Meals allowance

Parking benefits

Wellbeing program

Annual flu vaccinations

Team events

Gym discounts

Job summary

Bethanie is seeking a Manager - Refurbishment Projects to lead a diverse portfolio of refurbishment, restoration and property improvement initiatives across our Retirement Villages. This hands-on role covers from scope to handover, including engaging contractors and ensuring delivery to Bethanie standards.

You will oversee Independent Living Unit restorations, minor capital works and upgrades, with travel to sites as required and a flexible arrangement including working from home.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience delivering refurbishment, restoration or property improvement projects.
• Strong contractor and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Sound financial, planning and organisational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, solutions-focused and autonomous work style.

Responsibilities

• Manage refurbishment, restoration and make-good projects across Bethanie's Retirement Living portfolio.
• Scope, procure and oversee contractors, consultants and suppliers to deliver quality outcomes.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, risks, variations and stakeholder communications.
• Coordinate minor capital works, repairs, upgrades and improvement projects across sites.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to Bethanie standards and legislation.
• Build positive relationships with residents, contractors and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Contractor management

Stakeholder management

Multi-project leadership

Financial planning

Communication skills

Autonomous work

Education

Project/Construction/Property management qualification

Tools

PM methodologies/tools

Job description

Our Property Operations team have an opportunity for an experienced Manager - Refurbishment Projects to lead a diverse portfolio of refurbishment, restoration and property improvement projects across our Retirement Villages.

This is a hands-on project management role where you'll oversee works from initial scope and contractor engagement through to completion and handover. No two days are the same, with projects ranging from Independent Living Unit restorations and upgrades to minor capital works and property improvement initiatives.

• Permanent full-time employment, based at our West Perth office with regular travel to the locations you support.


• Flexible working arrangements available, including the opportunity to work from home. We work a minimum of 3 days in the office or on site per week.

Reporting to the Manager Property Operations, you will:

• Manage refurbishment, restoration and make-good projects across Bethanie's Retirement Living portfolio


• Scope, procure and oversee contractors, consultants and suppliers to deliver quality project outcomes


• Manage project budgets, schedules, risks, variations and stakeholder communications


• Coordinate minor capital works, repairs, upgrades and improvement projects across Retirement Living sites


• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and in line with Bethanie standards and legislative requirements


• Build positive relationships with residents, contractors and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle

About You

You're an organised and commercially minded project professional who enjoys seeing projects through from concept to completion. You’ll bring:

• Demonstrated experience delivering refurbishment, construction, facilities, capital works or property improvement projects


• Strong contractor and stakeholder management skills


• Experience managing multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously


• Sound financial, planning and organisational skills


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and ability to work autonomously

Desirable

• Experience managing building contracts and procurement processes


• Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools


• Experience within property, facilities, retirement living, aged care or construction environments


• Qualification in Project Management, Construction, Property or a related field

Working with Bethanie

At Bethanie, we’re committed to creating a supportive, compassionate workplace where our people and customers can thrive. Alongside a nurturing work environment, you’ll also enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Financial benefits: Salary packaging up to $15,899 per annum for everyday living expenses, plus up to $2,650 per annum for meals and entertainment, and additional benefits for parking — increasing your take‑home pay


• Wellbeing benefits: A comprehensive mental health and wellbeing program and free annual flu vaccinations


• Culture and connection: A supportive team environment, regular team events and an annual awards night


• Lifestyle benefits: Retail discounts and savings via FlareHR, and gym membership discounts through Anytime Fitness