Project Manager

Lendlease; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 weeks parental leave

Bonus scheme

Employee share scheme

Job summary

Lendlease is seeking a highly capable Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex design and construction projects from concept through to completion in Sydney. You will manage multidisciplinary teams, enforce safety and sustainability standards, engage stakeholders, and align outcomes with client expectations and business goals.

Reporting to the Head of Design & Project Management, you will drive project delivery across all phases while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in project management within construction or design.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex design and construction programs.
• Deep understanding of EHS, sustainability, and quality standards.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery across all phases: design, construction, and finalisation.
• Develop and manage the Design Management Plan and design objectives.
• Coordinate consultant engagement, scope definition, and fee administration.
• Oversee design programs, production schedules, and align with construction timelines.
• Drive EHS compliance, Safety in Design, and sustainability targets.
• Manage risk assessments, technical reviews, and quality assurance processes.
• Lead procurement strategy and support bid conversion and contract finalisation.
• Maintain strong client relationships and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Oversee financial planning including budgets, cost forecasting, and variation approvals.
• Provide leadership to project teams and promote collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Design & construction

Budget & cost control

Communication

Job description

Lendlease is a globally integrated real estate group with core expertise in Investment Management, Development, and Construction.

For more than 60 years, we have created thriving places around the globe.

We are dedicated to relationships, open and honest, true to our word, challenging in our approach, exceptional in everything we do, and one team. We live our values, respect, integrity, innovation, collaboration, excellence, and trust.

About the Role

With a national delivery capability, Lendlease Construction provides innovative and industry-leading project management, design and construction services driven by sector focused knowledge and experience. We push boundaries and embrace challenges. Our clients come to us when it’s important to handle complexity, drive diversity, offer strategic and long-term value, and to create innovative and sustainable solutions.

Reporting to Head of Design & Project Management we are looking for a highly capable and strategic Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex projects from concept through design and construction in Sydney. This role is responsible for managing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with safety and sustainability standards, driving stakeholder engagement, and delivering high-quality outcomes aligned with client expectations and business goals.

Responsibilities

Lead project delivery across all phases: design, construction, and finalisation.

Develop and manage the Design Management Plan and design objectives.

Coordinate consultant engagement, scope definition, and fee administration.

Oversee design programs, production schedules, and ensure alignment with construction timelines.

Drive EHS compliance, Safety in Design, and sustainability targets (e.g., Green Star/NABERS).

Manage risk assessments, technical reviews, and quality assurance processes.

Lead procurement strategy and support bid conversion and contract finalisation.

Maintain strong client relationships and manage stakeholder expectations.

Oversee financial planning including budgets, cost forecasting, and variation approvals.

Provide leadership to project teams, establish project vision, and promote collaboration.

Manage stakeholder engagement strategies and communication protocols.

Liaise with authorities for approvals and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.

Conduct site visits, monitor subcontractor performance, and address non-conformances.

Promote innovation, buildability, and value optimisation throughout the project lifecycle.

Ensure performance feedback, team development, and governance standards are upheld.

About You

Extensive experience in project management within construction, design, or property development.

Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills with a collaborative mindset.

Proven ability to manage complex design and construction programs.

Deep understanding of EHS, sustainability, and quality standards.

Skilled in budget management, cost planning, and financial forecasting.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Experience in managing consultant teams, client relationships, and project governance.

Ability to navigate digital platforms and manage design in a digital environment.

Strategic thinker with a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

About Us

Health & Well-being program, including well-being leave to relax and recharge, health assessments, and gym/exercise discounts

Balance your career and personal life with work flexibility, purchase additional annual leave and extensive family support benefits.

26 weeks paid parental leave

3x extra Wellbeing days per year (on top of annual leave)

Large pipeline of project work for career development and growth opportunities.

Bonus scheme, Employee Share Acquisition program and options for salary sacrificing.

At Lendlease we offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equitable treatment and equitable opportunity are just the norm. We value the unique experiences, perspectives and aspirations that every candidate brings. Lendlease remains committed to supporting under-represented groups and providing a wide range of inclusion initiatives, so that everyone is supported to thrive.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is reflected in a range of initiatives, including our Elevate Reconciliation Action Plan, which guides our partnership with First Nations peoples to advance reconciliation, create opportunities, and support thriving communities through First Nations-led city shaping.

Lendlease welcomes applicants regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, people with a disability, sexual orientation, or life stage. If you do not meet all the criteria or require adjustments to proceed with your application, we encourage you to reach out for a further discussion.

Lendlease is a global company that designs, builds, and manages sustainable infrastructure and communities, fostering vibrant spaces where people thrive.

Company size 5,001–10,000 employees

Company type Public company Founded 1958

Total funding $950M Post IPO Equity