Project Manager - Regional

Barpa Construction Services; North Sydney Council; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Purchased Annual Leave

Generous Parental Leave scheme

Collaborative workplace culture

Discounts on travel and retail

Memberships

Job summary

A prominent construction company based in North Sydney is looking for an experienced Project Manager to oversee new build commercial projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Construction Management and at least 8 years of experience, preferably within the Education, Health, or Government sectors. You will lead projects valued between $1M and $20M, manage project teams, and ensure delivery according to time and budget constraints. The company promotes a collaborative culture and offers various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in the construction industry with new build projects valued $5M+.
• Experience in Education, Health, or Government sectors preferred.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage new build commercial projects from inception through to completion.
• Deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Build strong relationships with clients and project teams.
• Mentor project teams and provide clear direction and development opportunities.
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts and cost control measures.
• Ensure compliance with HSEQ requirements and company policies.
• Oversee projects ranging from $1M to $20M across Education, Health and Government sectors.
• Utilise MS Project and MS Office for programming, reporting and administration.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Project management

Budgeting

Risk management

Education

Degree in Construction Management or related discipline

Tools

MS Project

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Barpa Construction Services is an Indigenous commercial builder with nine offices nationwide. Founded in 2014 by a Federation of Traditional Owner Corporations and Icon, Barpa is Supply Nation certified and delivers capital works projects across Australia, supporting Federal, State and corporate programs that advance Indigenous participation. The name means “to build” in Dja Dja Wurrung language, reflecting our vision to empower Indigenous people and businesses through building Australian infrastructure. We have a strong record delivering Defence, Health, Education, and commercial projects, known for successfully completing complex builds across diverse sectors.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Project Manager to join our Sydney team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong track record delivering new build commercial construction projects who thrives in a collaborative and values-driven environment. You’ll split your time between the regionally onsite work and the North Sydney head office. As a confident communicator and natural relationship builder, you’ll work closely with clients, architects, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure seamless project delivery that meets time, quality, budget, and safety expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage new build commercial projects from inception through to completion
• Deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget while maintaining the highest quality standards
• Build and sustain strong working relationships with clients, architects, consultants, and subcontractors
• Lead and mentor project teams, providing clear direction and professional development
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasting, and cost control measures
• Ensure full compliance with HSEQ requirements and company policies
• Oversee projects ranging from $1M to $20M across Education, Health, and State Government sectors
• Demonstrate alignment with our Blueprint values and commitment to ethical, inclusive practices
• Effectively use MS Project and the MS Office Suite for programming, reporting, and project administration

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Construction Management or a related discipline
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in the construction industry, including proven experience delivering new build projects valued $5M+
• Experience within the Education, Health, or Government sectors is preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Solid understanding of HSEQ standards and compliance processes
• Proficient in MS Project and MS Office Suite
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing demands effectively
• Ability to frequently travel to regional NSW

Benefits

• Access to our EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
• Excellent leave policies including purchased Annual Leave, Work Life Balance Days, Community Days, and a generous Parental Leave scheme.
• Collaborative and values-based workplace culture.
• Sporting and social events.
• Professional memberships.
• Discounts on travel, retail, and health.

Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islanders and Veterans are encouraged to apply
Recruiters, please note we are not engaging agency support for this role and do not accept unsolicited resumes. Any CVs sent via agencies will be disregarded and candidates may be approached directly.