Project Manager

Modscape + Modbotics; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Power Day

EV Leasing

Parental leave

Flexibility

Company events

Design-led workplace

Mentorship & progression

Job summary

Modscape is seeking a hands-on Project Manager to join our Victorian construction team, reporting to the Construction Manager. You will own projects from planning and client engagement through design coordination, construction, installation and handover.

You will manage budgets, contracts and programs, lead project teams, and build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, sustainable modular projects in Melbourne.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, or Project Management.
• 5 to 7 years of relevant construction industry experience.
• Experience in Contracts Administration or Project Engineering with progression to PM.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, cost reporting, and forecasting.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, budgets and milestones.
• Oversee budgeting, cost control, forecasting, progress claims and variations.
• Develop and manage construction programs, procurement schedules, subs and consultants.
• Lead project teams and handle day-to-day performance and people matters.
• Act as the primary contact for clients and stakeholders to ensure smooth handover.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting & forecasting

Contract administration

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Stakeholder engagement

Construction programs

Risk management

Hands-on approach

Modular construction experience

Education

Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, or Project Management

Job description

Established in 2006, Modscape was founded by a team passionate about design, innovation, and sustainability. With 20 years of experience and over 600 projects delivered nationwide, we create high-quality, sustainable homes and commercial spaces across industries such as healthcare, education, hospitality and transport. As the first in Australia to introduce robotic manufacturing in construction, Modscape is proud to lead the way in innovative, future-focused building solutions.

About the location

Based at our Essendon Fields facility, located behind Essendon Fields Airport within a broader manufacturing precinct. You'll be part of a collaborative, design‑led environment, working closely with our construction, design and manufacturing teams.

About the role

We are looking for a hands‑on Project Manager to join our Victorian construction team, reporting to the Construction Manager.

This role is suited to someone with a solid background in commercial construction, who enjoys being involved in all aspects of project delivery rather than overseeing projects from a distance.

You'll take ownership of projects from initial planning and client engagement through to design coordination, construction, installation and final handover. Alongside managing project financials, contracts and programs, you'll lead your project team, manage day‑to‑day people matters and build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Your day to day will include:

• Manage the end‑to‑end delivery of construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, budgets and project milestones are achieved.
• Take ownership of project financial performance, including budgeting, cost control, forecasting, progress claims, variations and contract administration.
• Develop and manage construction programs, procurement schedules, subcontractors and consultants to keep projects on track.
• Lead and support project teams, providing clear direction, managing day‑to‑day performance and addressing people matters as they arise.
• Act as the key point of contact for clients and stakeholders, managing expectations, resolving project challenges and ensuring a smooth delivery through to handover.

What you'll bring

• A tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Approximately 5 to 7 years of relevant construction industry experience, ideally gained within a Tier 2 commercial builder.
• A background in Contracts Administration, Project Engineering or a similar project delivery role, with demonstrated progression into project management.
• Proven experience managing construction projects from commencement through to completion, with strong commercial and contractual knowledge.
• Confidence managing project budgets, cost reporting, forecasting, construction programs and subcontractor performance.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage project teams, navigate challenging conversations and take accountability for outcomes.
• A practical, hands‑on approach with the ability to balance commercial, operational and client priorities.
• Experience in modular or prefabricated construction would be advantageous but is not essential.

Please note that Modscape does not offer visa sponsorships; to apply you must have full working rights in Australia.

What we offer

• Power Day: An extra day off in months without a public holiday
• EV novated leasing for eligible employees
• Paid parental leave
• A full‑time role with flexibility for the right candidate
• Company events, milestone lunches and recognition for great work
• A supportive, design‑led workplace
• Practical learning, mentorship and opportunities to progress
• The chance to work across design, construction and advanced manufacturing on projects with lasting purpose

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive workplace for all. We particularly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.