Senior Project Manager

Design & Build; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Design & Build is recruiting a Senior Project Manager to lead a landmark $300m project in South Australia. You will drive scope, schedule, and budget while coordinating with architects, engineers, and subcontractors.

The role requires exceptional leadership, communication, and risk management to deliver on time and to client expectations. You’ll mentor team members and report to senior management, ensuring safety standards and quality across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• In-depth knowledge of construction processes, safety regulations, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project management plans, including scope, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Monitor project progress and make adjustments as necessary.
• Prepare and present regular project reports to senior management.
• Resolve any issues or conflicts that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Foster strong relationships with clients, ensuring their needs and expectations are met.
• Implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential project risks.
• Mentor and support other team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Problem solving

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Design & Build are excited to be bringing to market a unique opportunity. We are currently representing a national builder as they begin building their first ever South Australia project team. With their first project coming up, a $300m build in the northern suburbs, they are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the project.
Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project management plans, including scope, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Monitor project progress and make adjustments as necessary.
• Prepare and present regular project reports to senior management.
• Resolve any issues or conflicts that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Foster strong relationships with clients, ensuring their needs and expectations are met.
• Implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential project risks.
• Mentor and support other team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management within the construction industry.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale construction projects.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• In-depth knowledge of construction processes, safety regulations, and quality standards.
• Ability to solve complex problems and make informed decisions.

Why Join?

• Ground level opportunity where you can lead a team in it's infancy and directly influence the growth of the company through South Australia.
• Opportunity to work on a landmark project.
• True work/life balance opportunities due to a generous project delivery timeline.
• Innovative and forward-thinking company culture.