Project Manager | VIC

Neoscape; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression to Senior PM

EAP access

Fitness membership subsidy

Parental leave (8 weeks)

Volunteer leave

Quarterly social events

Flexible WFH 1 day/week

Melbourne office environment

Sustainability & AI initiatives

Job summary

Neoscape is seeking an energetic and ambitious Project Manager to lead the design and delivery of projects from Melbourne. The role requires autonomous decision-making, problem-solving and exceptional organisation and communication skills.

You will manage risks, maintain quality, coordinate contracts, and liaise with contractors and authorities to ensure on-time delivery and alignment with client expectations. This is a hybrid role with opportunities for growth in a dynamic, values-driven team.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Project Management, Architecture or similar.
• 5+ years in the project and development management space; minimum 3 years with a PM consultancy.

Responsibilities

• Identify and document potential risks to projects and develop effective control strategies.
• Understand the project specifications, drawings and manage all compliance and quality requirements.
• Process progress claims in an accurate and timely manner.
• Compile contract documentation and coordinate subsequent processes in contract execution.
• Ensure processing of payments and variations aligns with company standards.
• Ensure project forecasts and cash flow statements are assessed and maintained.
• Liaise with contractors, consultants and authorities to meet delivery requirements.
• Manage design meetings and lead engagement with design consultants.
• Ensure designs meet the project's functional requirements.

Skills

Construction management

Project management

Architecture

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Project Management/Architecture

Job description

Neoscape is one of Australia’s largest independent development and project management firms empowered to deliver exceptional end-to-end experiences tailored to the dynamic demands of the property and construction sector. Our multi-disciplinary team of construction, architecture, development, engineering and commercial professionals provide valued expertise and strategic advice at every stage of the project lifecycle.

Operating nationally and in New Zealand, with offices in VIC, NSW, QLD, SA & NZ, our portfolio includes Residential, Mixed-Use, Hotel, Commercial, Industrial, Education, Retail and Data Centre projects, from early concept and design management through to construction delivery and handover. Our core client group are private developers and institutional property trusts, with the majority of projects being new build and ranging $20-250m in value.

Over 70% of our 100+ active projects are with repeat clients. A partnership-centric mindset, energetic and ambitious spirit, attention to detail and unwavering commitment to exceed expectations has seen the business deliver more than 300 projects and grow from two to over 65 professionals in twelve years.

Your new role

We are searching for an energetic and ambitious Project Manager to join the team in Melbourne. The primary purpose of the Project Manager role is to lead the process of design and delivery of tasks and projects, provide support to the Senior Team and administer contracts to ensure performance targets are met and potential sources of risk are mitigated.

The Project Manager position is a critical delivery role which requires autonomous decision-making, problem-solving and highly developed organisation and communication skills.

Key Activities include but are not limited to:

• Identify and document potential risks to projects and develop effective control strategies to minimise risk;
• Understand the relevant project specifications, drawings and manage all compliance and quality requirements;
• Process progress claims in an accurate and timely manner; and
• Compile contract documentation and coordinate subsequent processes associated with the execution of the contract;
• Ensure the processing of payments and variations is completed in line with company standards;
• Ensure that project forecasts & cash flow statements are assessed and maintained;
• Liaise with contractors and all appropriate consultants and authorities to ensure that contract and project delivery requirements are being met;
• Manage and set content requirements for project meetings including design meetings, site meetings and PCG meetings;
• Lead the engagement and management of design consultants; and
• Ensure the designs meet the projects functional requirements.

What you bring

The successful applicant will have a tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Project Management, Architecture or similar with a demonstrated depth of over 5 years’ experience in the project and development management space. A minimum of 3 of those years must be working for a project management consultancy. You will have strong experience operating in dynamic teams and will ensure consistent, high-quality delivery of project outcomes and exceptional experiences for each and every stakeholder.

Why we’re right for you

We are a collective of passionate professionals guided by values that define our approach and inspire our actions:

• Trust: We earn it every day, through consistency and care.
• Integrity: We walk the talk; in everything we do.
• Collaboration: Our 'swivel-your-chair' culture means great ideas can come from anywhere.
• Commitment: Exceptional experiences aren't optional; we deliver no matter what.
• Curiosity: We challenge what is, to discover what could be.

These principles shape how we operate, communicate and integrate with each other, our clients and our industry partners.

When you join our team, it’s more than just a job - we provide empowering experiences and exceptional career opportunities in a supportive and stimulating environment that makes coming to work enjoyable every day.

A Future-Forward Workplace:

• Sustainability and Innovation: We’re embedding sustainable practices and adopting cutting-edge AI tools to stay ahead in our industry.
• D&I committee celebrates and promotes awareness, initiatives, and practices that matter to our team and community
• Supportive Culture: At Neoscape, we value each person for their individuality and strive to create a workplace where different ideas are embraced, and collaboration thrives.

Benefits include:

• Strong opportunity for career progression into a Senior Project Manager role backed by a process of consistent, personalised feedback and support from a dedicated Senior Team
• Regular professional and personal development including technical, financial, mental wellbeing and more
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing access to coaching and therapy
• Fitness Membership subsidy offering the opportunity to access local studios, gyms and more
• Paid Parental Leave Scheme of up to 8 weeks full pay, in addition to government scheme
• Paid Volunteer Leave
• Quarterly social events
• A modern, vibrant working environment in the heart of Melbourne
• Flexible Working Policy including flexible use of public holiday entitlements and one day per week work from home

At Neoscape we are genuine about increasing the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our team, our clients and our industry partners. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We also encourage you to share any support and adjustments you may need to be your best during our recruitment process. We understand this can be daunting, so if you have questions, we welcome you to get in touch.