Project Manager - NSW

Mcmservices; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

MAC Learning Academy

Strong project teams

Job summary

McMahon Services is seeking an experienced Project Manager – Demolition & asbestos to lead end-to-end delivery in Newcastle, NSW. You will be responsible for safety, cost, schedule and quality across demolition, asbestos removal and related works, coordinating labour, plant, subcontractors and materials, while maintaining client relationships and project governance.

You’ll supervise multidisciplinary teams, drive programme performance and manage commercial outcomes, with a focus on risk

Qualifications

• Demonstrated Project Management experience within demolition and asbestos removal.
• Strong understanding of demolition methodologies and project delivery.
• Proven ability to lead project teams, subcontractors and site crews.
• Experience managing project P&L and commercial performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead demolition, asbestos removal and hazardous materials projects from planning through to completion and handover.
• Take ownership of project safety, commercial, financial, quality and programme outcomes.
• Lead and support project teams, site leadership and specialist crews.
• Plan and coordinate labour, plant, subcontractors, suppliers and project resources.
• Establish and manage project budgets, forecasts and risk registers.
• Maintain oversight of project reporting, cash flow and forecasting.
• Develop strong relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Demolition expertise

Asbestos removal

Leadership

Client relations

Contract management

Risk management

Safety leadership

Forecasting & P&L

Planning & scheduling

Tools

WHSEQ compliance

Job description

McMahon Services is continuing to grow our capability in New South Wales, and we’re looking for an experienced Project Manager – Demolition & Asbestos to join our team in Newcastle.

We’re looking for someone who brings strong project delivery experience across demolition and asbestos removal, with the leadership and commercial capability to take ownership of projects from planning and mobilisation through to delivery and final handover.

This is more than coordinating works on site. You’ll have responsibility for project teams, commercial performance, programme, risk, subcontractors, client relationships and overall project outcomes.

You’ll work closely with site teams and specialist crews to safely deliver complex demolition, asbestos and hazardous materials works while maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and other stakeholders.

If you’re an experienced Project Manager who understands the challenges of these environments and enjoys being closely involved in delivery, we’d like to hear from you.

About McMahon Services

McMahon Services is one of Australia’s largest privately owned construction, industrial and environmental services organisations, employing more than 1,300 people across Australia.

Our teams deliver complex projects across demolition, asbestos and hazardous materials removal, remediation, civil infrastructure, industrial and construction services.

We’re proud of the projects we deliver, but equally proud of the people behind them. We invest in our people, provide opportunities to take on greater responsibility and support long-term career development across our business.

About the Role

Based in Newcastle, you’ll take ownership of the end‑to‑end delivery of demolition, asbestos removal and associated project works.

The underlying Project Manager position is accountable for project safety, financial, commercial and operational outcomes, including profitability, risk management and quality of delivery.

You’ll manage programmes and resources across labour, plant, subcontractors and materials, while maintaining strong oversight of forecasting, contracts, project controls and quality.

Just as importantly, you’ll be expected to lead people well building strong relationships with site teams, clients, subcontractors and suppliers and creating a project environment where people communicate openly and work together to deliver.

What You’ll Do

• Lead demolition, asbestos removal and hazardous materials projects from planning through to completion and handover.
• Take ownership of project safety, commercial, financial, quality and programme outcomes.
• Lead and support project teams, site leadership and specialist crews.
• Plan and coordinate labour, plant, subcontractors, suppliers and project resources.
• Manage demolition sequencing and asbestos/hazardous materials work packages.
• Establish and manage project budgets, forecasts and risk registers.
• Maintain strong oversight of project P&L and commercial performance.
• Manage contracts, variations, commercial notices and claims.
• Engage and manage subcontractors and suppliers.
• Identify project risks and opportunities early and implement practical solutions.
• Maintain accurate project reporting, records, cash flow and forecasting.
• Work closely with site teams to ensure the right people, plant and equipment are available.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and project stakeholders.
• Provide visible leadership across WHSEQ and project delivery.
• Support tender and pre‑contract activities when required.

What You’ll Bring

• Demonstrated Project Management experience within demolition and asbestos removal.
• Strong understanding of demolition methodologies, sequencing and project delivery.
• Practical knowledge of asbestos removal requirements and controls.
• Experience delivering projects involving hazardous materials.
• Demonstrated experience managing the full project lifecycle.
• Proven accountability for project P&L and commercial performance.
• Strong contract and commercial management capability.
• Experience leading project teams, site crews and subcontractors.
• Strong understanding of WHS requirements within demolition and asbestos environments.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen.
• Excellent client and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong planning, organisation and reporting capability.
• Practical problem‑solving skills and the ability to manage changing project conditions.
• A collaborative, accountable and solutions‑focused leadership style.

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience delivering large‑scale or complex demolition projects.
• Strong experience across both friable and non‑friable asbestos removal.
• Broader hazardous materials experience.
• Experience delivering remediation or contaminated‑site works.
• Experience operating within live, industrial or high‑risk environments.
• Strong understanding of specialist subcontractor and plant management.
• Experience supporting demolition/asbestos tenders and methodologies.
• Strong client‑facing and negotiation capability.
• Experience mentoring Project Engineers, Supervisors or other project team members.

Why Join McMahon Services?

• Permanent full‑time opportunity based in Newcastle.
• Join our growing NSW operations and help strengthen our demolition and asbestos capability.
• Take genuine ownership of complex projects and their commercial and operational outcomes.
• Work alongside experienced demolition, asbestos, remediation and project delivery professionals.
• Lead specialist teams and develop the people around you.
• Gain exposure to varied and technically challenging projects.
• Have genuine input into how projects are planned and delivered.
• Long‑term career growth beyond one project.
• Build towards Senior Project Manager and broader operational leadership opportunities.
• Access ongoing learning and development through the MAC Learning Academy.
• Join a practical, collaborative team backed by a strong national business.

Ready for Your Next Project?

If you’re an experienced Project Manager with a strong background across demolition and asbestos removal, we’d like to hear from you.

Bring your project leadership, commercial capability and practical understanding of complex demolition environments to McMahon Services and help us continue building our presence in Newcastle and across NSW.

No recruitment agencies please.

At McMahon Services, we embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental values. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation, creativity and a deeper understanding of the communities we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences.