Project Manager – Commercial Fitout Leader

SHAPE; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave days

Career development

Flexible work plan

Profit sharing

Health & wellbeing benefits

Parental leave

Social events

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

SHAPE Australia is seeking a Project Manager in Melbourne to lead safe, profitable, and timely delivery from preconstruction through to defects liability. You will develop construction programmes, negotiate contracts, manage budgets, and coordinate delivery with clients and subcontractors.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in building industry, with 2–5 years in commercial PM, experience on projects $5M+, and strong knowledge of head/subcontracts, cost reporting and programming.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification or tertiary building degree or diploma plus a current Construction Industry Card
• 5+ years’ building industry experience, including 2–5 years in commercial construction project management, ideally fitout/refurbishment, on projects valued at $5 million+
• Strong knowledge of head contracts, subcontracts, project methodology, cost reporting and construction programming
• Experience interpreting drawings and specifications for accuracy and buildability, managing projects to Australian Safety Standards, and leading project teams
• Honest, accountable approach that builds trust with colleagues, clients and subcontractors
• Sound judgement and effective time management with commitment to quality and safe practices

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, profitable and timely project delivery from preconstruction through to completion of the defect's liability period
• Develop construction programmes, negotiate and award trade and services contracts, and coordinate project delivery
• Manage budgets, expenditure, payment claims and monthly cost reporting, identifying contract risks, variations and profit improvement opportunities
• Implement safety, environmental and quality requirements, monitor site performance and ensure defects are closed out
• Chair project meetings and maintain clear communication with clients, consultants and subcontractors
• Mentor and manage project teams, support individual development and maintain accurate project records in JOBPAC and Procore

Skills

Head contracts knowledge

Subcontracts knowledge

Cost reporting

Construction programming

Interpreting drawings

Team leadership

Education

Trade qualification or tertiary building degree or diploma

Tools

JOBPAC

Procore

Job description

SHAPE Australia is seeking a Project Manager in Melbourne to lead safe, profitable, and timely delivery from preconstruction through to defects liability. You will develop construction programmes, negotiate contracts, manage budgets, and coordinate delivery with clients and subcontractors.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in building industry, with 2–5 years in commercial PM, experience on projects $5M+, and strong knowledge of head/subcontracts, cost reporting and programming.