Resi - Construction Manager

Concentis; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Genuine autonomy in leadership

Direct access to executive leadership

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee and drive the delivery of high-end residential projects. This senior role requires a proven leader with a strong technical construction background and the ability to manage complexities in building. Responsibilities include leading teams, ensuring projects meet safety and quality standards, and providing clear reporting to executive leadership. The position offers a chance to shape the construction arm of the business, ensuring a genuinely autonomous environment for experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Construction Manager or Senior Project Manager in high-end residential construction.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities in complex build issues.
• Competence in programming, scheduling, and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the construction division with site managers and project teams.
• Take responsibility for programme, forecasting, and scheduling.
• Drive construction methodology and technical problem-solving.
• Ensure accurate cost forecasting and risk management.
• Provide concise reporting to the General Manager.
• Champion safety and quality across all sites.

Skills

Leadership

Technical construction knowledge

Cost forecasting

Programming and scheduling

Communication

Job description

Construction Manager - High-End Residential Concentis | Brisbane

Concentis is a respected name in high-end residential construction, delivering architecturally designed homes and boutique developments with an uncompromising focus on quality, detail, and execution.

We are looking for an experienced Construction Manager to lead and grow our construction arm. This is a senior leadership role suited to someone with deep technical capability, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to run construction with autonomy and confidence.

The role reporting directly to the General Manager, you will take full ownership of construction delivery across multiple high-end residential projects. Your mandate is simple: ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, on budget, and to an exceptional standard – with clear reporting and no surprises. This role is ideal for a leader who is equally comfortable on site, in programmes and forecasts, and at the executive table.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the construction division, including site managers, supervisors, and project teams
• Take full responsibility for programme, forecasting, and scheduling across all projects
• Drive construction methodology, buildability, and technical problem‑solving from early stages through delivery
• Ensure accurate cost forecasting, progress tracking, and risk management
• Provide clear, concise reporting to the GM so broader business decisions can be made with confidence
• Uphold and continually improve construction systems, processes, and standards
• Maintain strong relationships with consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Champion safety, quality, and compliance across all sites
• Identify efficiencies and improvements that enhance delivery without compromising quality

About You

• Proven experience as a Construction Manager / Senior Project Manager within high-end residential construction
• Strong technical construction background with the ability to resolve complex build issues
• Highly competent in programming, scheduling, and forecasting (you know the numbers, not just the builds)
• Natural leader who commands respect on site and within the business
• Comfortable operating with autonomy and accountabilityClear communicator who can distil site complexity into executive‑level reporting
• Detail‑driven, organised, and calm under pressure
• Passion for delivering exceptional residential projects

Why Concentis

• Lead a respected, high‑quality residential construction brand
• Genuine autonomy and trust at senior level
• Direct access to and influence with executive leadership
• Long‑term opportunity to shape and strengthen the construction arm of the business