Night-Shift Construction Manager for Govt Office Fit-outs

Launch Recruitment - IT Recruiting; Sydney; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop provided

PPE provided

Job summary

Launch Recruitment - IT Recruiting in Sydney is seeking a hands-on Construction Manager for a major government building project in the Sydney CBD. Working predominantly night shifts (6:00pm–6:00am), you will own site operations, manage contractors and coordinate trades.

The initial scope covers high-end office fit-outs and refurbishments across multiple floors, with later upgrades to building services and critical infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Construction Manager or similar on high-profile projects.
• Hands-on delivery of office fit-outs, refurbishments and building upgrades.
• Mechanical or electrical background with building services knowledge.
• Experience managing Tier 2 contractors and specialist subcontractors.
• Strong HSEQ knowledge and safety management on site.
• Ability to make independent decisions in live operational environments.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the site and oversee construction activities.
• Manage Tier 1 and Tier 2 contractors, specialist subcontractors and multiple trades.
• Independently diagnose and resolve construction issues, using sound judgement to determine when escalation is required.
• Coordinate construction sequencing, site access, shutdowns and trade interfaces.
• Monitor contractor performance, challenge workmanship and ensure works meet required standards.
• Maintain strong HSEQ standards and ensure the safety of workers, contractors and the public.
• Oversee higher-risk construction activities, including crane lifts.
• Manage communication and stakeholder relationships within a high-profile, operational government environment.
• Provide regular progress updates and end-of-shift handovers to the Project Manager.

Skills

Construction management experience

Office fit-outs experience

Building services knowledge

Contractor management

HSEQ knowledge

Problem-solving

Independent decision making

Job description

Launch Recruitment - IT Recruiting in Sydney is seeking a hands-on Construction Manager for a major government building project in the Sydney CBD. Working predominantly night shifts (6:00pm–6:00am), you will own site operations, manage contractors and coordinate trades.

The initial scope covers high-end office fit-outs and refurbishments across multiple floors, with later upgrades to building services and critical infrastructure.