On-Site Construction Project Lead

DCOH; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

DCOH is seeking a Victoria-based Construction Project Manager to lead on-site execution from award to handover, ensuring safety, time, budget and quality targets are met.

The role requires a Diploma/Degree in relevant construction fields, proven delivery experience, and strong coordination with trades, clients and regulators. You will oversee procurement, documentation, and team leadership on live projects.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Building & Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience delivering commercial construction projects in a Project Manager or similar role
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, project delivery sequencing and subcontractor coordination
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects through all phases of construction, including structure, services, finishes and handover
• Sound knowledge of construction contracts, compliance obligations and relevant legislation
• Strong understanding of workplace health and safety requirements within construction environments
• Proven ability to lead and manage project teams in a live delivery environment
• Experience procuring trade packages, preparing scopes of work and managing subcontractor engagement
• Ability to identify project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies
• Experience managing project budgets, programme performance and cost controls
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, consultants, subcontractors and regulatory authorities
• High-level organisational, planning and time management skills
• Proficiency in project and site management software including HammerTech, Procore, MS Project, Aconex or similar platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Current Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Current Australian Driver's Licence

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of construction projects in accordance with programme, budget and contractual requirements.
• Oversee day-to-day project execution in collaboration with Site Managers and project teams to ensure safe, coordinated and productive delivery.
• Monitor project progress and proactively address delays, conflicts, sequencing challenges and project delivery risks.
• Ensure all health, safety, environmental and quality requirements are implemented, maintained and regularly reviewed on site.
• Procure trade packages, develop scopes of work and manage subcontractor and supplier engagement.
• Oversee subcontractor performance, compliance and contractual obligations to ensure successful project delivery.
• Review subcontractor claims, variations and extension of time requests in collaboration with the Contracts Administrator.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and other key project stakeholders.
• Monitor programme performance, project budgets and delivery outcomes, identifying cost risks, savings opportunities and procurement efficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory and contractual obligations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain accurate project records, reports, RFIs, site instructions and project correspondence.
• Manage project documentation, drawing registers, construction revisions and document control processes to ensure information is accurate and up to date.
• Liaise with project administration personnel to support reporting, compliance, certification and project close-out requirements.
• Lead commissioning, defect rectification, certification and handover activities to achieve successful project completion.
• Mentor and support project personnel, foster a collaborative and accountable team culture, and represent DCOH professionally in accordance with the DCOH Code of Conduct.

Skills

Project management

Construction delivery

Subcontractor coordination

Budget & cost controls

Programme management

Stakeholder management

HSE compliance

Site leadership

Document control

Communication

Education

Building & Construction Management

Project Management

Engineering

Tools

HammerTech

Procore

MS Project

Aconex

Job description

DCOH is seeking a Victoria-based Construction Project Manager to lead on-site execution from award to handover, ensuring safety, time, budget and quality targets are met.

The role requires a Diploma/Degree in relevant construction fields, proven delivery experience, and strong coordination with trades, clients and regulators. You will oversee procurement, documentation, and team leadership on live projects.