Project Manager

Chappell Builders; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supplier discounts

Staff referral bonus

Private health insurance discount

Annual flu vaccinations

Novated lease options

Job summary

Chappell Builders is seeking a Project Manager to lead a site-based team on commercial building projects in South Australia. The role requires autonomous project delivery, strong leadership, and a client-focused approach to deliver on time and budget.

You will manage teams, mentor staff, and ensure WHS compliance while leveraging industry best practices and contract know-how to drive successful outcomes on projects ranging from $1m to $20m.

Qualifications

• Autonomous delivery of construct only and/or design and construct commercial building projects.
• Leading and managing teams of construction professionals including mentoring, training and performance management;
• Outstanding stakeholder management and client focus;
• An understanding of Building methodologies and current industry best practice;
• Understanding of current WHS Act and Legislation;
• Quality management and continuous improvement practices and processes;
• Effective implementation and knowledge of AS Form of Contracts;
• Negotiation and dispute resolution skills;
• Experience in Project Management $1m to $20m

Responsibilities

• Autonomous delivery of construct and/or design and construct projects.
• Lead and manage construction teams, mentoring and performance management.
• Oversee stakeholder management and maintain client focus.
• Apply building methodologies and current industry best practices.
• Ensure compliance with WHS Act and legislation;
• Implement quality management and continuous improvement processes.
• Navigate contract terms per AS Form of Contracts;
• Demonstrate negotiation and dispute resolution skills;
• Manage projects with budgets ranging from $1m to $20m.

Skills

Autonomous delivery

Leadership of teams

Stakeholder management

WHS Act understanding

Negotiation

Education

Tertiary qualification in Construction Management or similar

Tools

Microsoft Project

CHEOPS

AS Form of Contracts knowledge

Job description

Competitive Salary Negotiable + Benefits

Chappell Builders is a South Australian brand that has been operating in the commercial construction sector for more than 60 years. We specialise in working with our clients to provide bespoke construction experiences across a number of sectors including Aged Care, Education, Health, Hospitality, Community and Council projects, we pride ourselves on delivering outstanding results for our clients.

With a focus on providing flexible and value-for-money services, our commitment to a personal approach delivers quality and affordability on every project. We’re proud of the high proportion of repeat work for clients and referrals, which is testament to our commitment of getting the job done right, on time and on budget.

About the role:

Leading a site based team of construction staff, the successful Project Manager will be a motivated individual with outstanding leadership capabilities and industry knowledge. You must also be able to demonstrate your experience in:

Autonomous delivery of construct only and/or design and construct commercial building projects;

Leading and managing teams of construction professionals including mentoring, training and performance management;

Outstanding stakeholder management and client focus;

An understanding of Building methodologies and current industry best practice;

Understanding of current WHS Act and Legislation;

Quality management and continuous improvement practices and processes;

Effective implementation and knowledge of AS Form of Contracts;

Negotiation and dispute resolution skills;

Experience in Project Management $1m to $20m

We’re looking for someone aligned with our vision and values. Joining our team puts you at the centre of our mission to be Contractor of Choice - and we uphold that by working hard with our clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers to deliver outstanding projects.

A tertiary qualification in Construction Management or similar is required as is the ability to operate Microsoft Project. Experience using CHEOPS is highly desirable. A legal entitlement to work in Australia is essential.

What we offer:

We don’t just talk about our people being our best asset, we actually show it! Working with Chappell Builders means you will challenge yourself on a variety of rewarding projects in a friendly environment. Joining us is a positive move, and you will be supported and encouraged to develop your career right from your first day. We are also proud to offer you:

Supplier discounts and staff referral bonus

A strong team culture and an invitation to join an active social club

Private health insurance discount and annual flu vaccinations

Competitive remuneration and novated lease options

Many more employee benefits

Applicants who are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander are encouraged to apply.

Chappell Builders does not accept unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles from external agencies or suppliers via any method. If any candidates are submitted in an unsolicited manner, we will consider this as a direct candidate application to Chappell and no fee will be payable.