Project Manager - Commercial Construction up to $10 mil

Design & Build Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Master Builders Australia Award winner

Diverse project portfolio

Career progression

Team culture

Job summary

Design & Build Recruitment in Sydney CBD is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial construction projects from estimating through handover, overseeing a dedicated team and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

You will manage full lifecycle across fit-out, refurbishment and new build, coordinate site teams, liaise with clients and stakeholders, and drive safety and quality standards on site. This role offers strong career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience as Project Manager in commercial construction (fit-out, refurbishment or new build).
• Strong understanding of programming, budgeting and progress reporting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Collaborative, hands-on approach focused on client outcomes.
• Current driver's license and right to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle across commercial fit-out, refurbishment and new build projects
• Develop and maintain project programs, budgets and procurement schedules
• Lead and coordinate site teams, subcontractors and consultants
• Liaise directly with clients, architects and stakeholders to ensure expectations are met
• Oversee quality, safety (OH&S) and environmental compliance on site
• Identify and manage project risks, variations and commercial outcomes
• Report on project progress, budgets and forecasts to senior management

Skills

Project management

Construction management

Budgeting

Client/stakeholder management

Quality & safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Relevant trade/engineering qualifications preferred

Job description

Project Manager - Commercial Construction up to $10 mil

Design & Build Recruitment – Sydney CBD NSW

A well-established commercial construction specialist based in Sydney CBD is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their growing team.

With over 20 years in the Australian construction industry, this business has built a reputation on delivering high-quality commercial fit-outs, refurbishments and new builds — from education and healthcare facilities to sports precincts, hospitality fit-outs and corporate offices.

About the Role
As Project Manager, you'll take ownership of commercial construction projects from initial estimating and planning through to handover, leading a dedicated project team and ensuring every job is delivered on time, on budget and to an exceptional standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle across commercial fit-out, refurbishment and new build projects
• Develop and maintain project programs, budgets and procurement schedules
• Lead and coordinate site teams, subcontractors and consultants
• Liaise directly with clients, architects and stakeholders to ensure expectations are met
• Oversee quality, safety (OH&S) and environmental compliance on site
• Identify and manage project risks, variations and commercial outcomes
• Report on project progress, budgets and forecasts to senior management

A well-established commercial construction specialist based in Sydney CBD is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their growing team.

With over 20 years in the Australian construction industry, this business has built a reputation on delivering high-quality commercial fit-outs, refurbishments and new builds — from education and healthcare facilities to sports precincts, hospitality fit-outs and corporate offices.

About the Role
As Project Manager, you'll take ownership of commercial construction projects from initial estimating and planning through to handover, leading a dedicated project team and ensuring every job is delivered on time, on budget and to an exceptional standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle across commercial fit-out, refurbishment and new build projects
• Develop and maintain project programs, budgets and procurement schedules
• Lead and coordinate site teams, subcontractors and consultants
• Liaise directly with clients, architects and stakeholders to ensure expectations are met
• Oversee quality, safety (OH&S) and environmental compliance on site
• Identify and manage project risks, variations and commercial outcomes
• Report on project progress, budgets and forecasts to senior management

About You

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within commercial construction (fit-out, refurbishment or new build)
• Strong understanding of construction methodology, programming and budgeting
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A collaborative, hands-on approach with a genuine focus on client outcomes
• Relevant trade, construction management or engineering qualifications preferred
• Current driver's license and right to work in Australia

What's on Offer

• Join a highly regarded, award-winning business (Master Builders Australia National Business Excellence Award winner)
• Work on a diverse and interesting project portfolio
• Supportive, close-knit team culture with a strong emphasis on integrity and quality
• Genuine career progression within a growing company