Project Manager Construction

Recruit Right WA; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

White Card

Driver's license

Job summary

Recruit Right WA Pty Ltd is seeking a Project Manager to run commercial washroom projects from award through to completion, coordinating washroom systems, fixtures and fittings with suppliers and subcontractors.

You will manage programs, budgets, contracts and quality, acting as the main contact for head contractors and clients across Australia. Prior experience in washrooms or fit-out projects is advantageous and WHS is a priority.

Qualifications

• Experience managing commercial washroom or fit-out projects.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specs.
• Knowledge of AS 4000/AS 4901 contracts.
• Strong budget and cost control.
• Excellent stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial washroom projects from award to practical completion.
• Coordinate supply, delivery and installation of washroom systems and fittings.
• Coordinate installation subcontractors to meet project schedules.
• Monitor costs and protect project margins.
• Review and negotiate subcontracts and handle variations.
• Track payment schedules and retentions.
• Complete final project reconciliations.
• Review shop drawings and installation details.
• Coordinate technical submissions and quality checks.
• Oversee site safety, SWMS and inductions.

Skills

Project management

Construction coordination

Budget control

Stakeholder mgmt

Drawing interpretation

WHS knowledge

Education

Construction management degree

Engineering degree

Project management certification

Job description

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will manage the delivery of commercial washroom projects, including washroom systems, fixtures, fittings and accessories for major construction and fit-out developments.

You will oversee project programs, budgets, contracts and quality requirements, keeping manufacturing, dispatch and installation aligned. As the main point of contact for head contractors and clients throughout delivery, you will build strong working relationships and resolve issues quickly and practically.

Key responsibilities

• Manage commercial washroom projects from award through to practical completion
• Coordinate the supply, delivery and installation of washroom systems, fixtures, fittings and accessories
• Coordinate installation subcontractors and ensure works meet project schedules
• Monitor costs and protect project margins
• Review and negotiate subcontracts
• Manage variations and progress claims
• Track payment schedules and retentions
• Complete final project reconciliations
• Review construction and shop drawings, including washroom layouts and installation details
• Coordinate technical submissions, inspections and quality checks
• Oversee installation safety requirements, including SWMS, subcontractor prequalification and site inductions

About you

• Proven project management experience in commercial construction or fit-out, ideally within a supply and installation environment
• Experience with commercial washrooms, bathroom fit-outs, architectural products or related building systems would be advantageous
• Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain delivery schedules
• Experience dealing with head contractors, site teams and subcontractors
• Experience reviewing subcontracts and working with Australian Standard contract forms, such as AS 4000 and AS 4901
• Strong understanding of variations, progress claims and security of payment requirements
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Sound knowledge of WHS and quality requirements
• Confidence using project management systems and spreadsheets
• Current White Card and driver's licence required
• Qualifications in construction management, engineering or project management well regarded

About our client

Our client designs and supplies premium commercial washroom systems, fixtures, fittings and accessories for construction and fit-out projects across Australia, including airports, commercial towers and retail developments.

Their product range includes integrated behind-mirror handwashing systems, basins, tapware, soap dispensers, hand dryers and washroom accessories. Working closely with architects, builders and developers, they provide tailored solutions that combine design, functionality, hygiene and sustainability.