Senior Project Manager

Bluestone; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluestone is seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver a landmark $150m student accommodation development in Melbourne's CBD. You will take ownership of the construction process from early works through to practical completion on a high-rise project.

You will lead a multidisciplinary delivery team, manage programming, budgets, procurement and subcontractors, and maintain key client and authority relationships to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years' experience in commercial construction with a track record as a PM.
• Experience delivering large-scale projects valued at $80m–$150m+.
• Strong background in high-rise, student accommodation or complex developments.
• Excellent understanding of programming, procurement, contracts and commercial management.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of a $150m student accommodation development.
• Lead and manage the project team, including Site Managers, Contract Administrators, Project Engineers and supervisors.
• Oversee project programming, budgets, procurement, subcontractor performance and construction methodologies.
• Manage key stakeholder relationships, including clients, consultants, authorities and subcontractors.
• Drive programme performance, commercial outcomes, quality and safety across all stages of construction.
• Oversee the delivery of structural works, building services, façade installation, internal fit-out and commissioning.
• Identify and manage project risks while ensuring successful completion within agreed timeframes and budgets.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Construction programming

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related

Job description

About the Opportunity:

An established and highly regarded commercial builder is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a landmark $150m student accommodation development in Melbourne's CBD.
This is an outstanding opportunity to take ownership of a major high-rise project, managing the construction process from early works through to practical completion.

With a strong pipeline of secured projects and an experienced delivery team, this builder offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile developments in a professional and well-resourced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of a $150m student accommodation development.
• Lead and manage the project team, including Site Managers, Contract Administrators, Project Engineers and supervisors.
• Oversee project programming, budgets, procurement, subcontractor performance and construction methodologies.
• Manage key stakeholder relationships, including clients, consultants, authorities and subcontractors.
• Drive programme performance, commercial outcomes, quality and safety across all stages of construction.
• Oversee the delivery of structural works, building services, façade installation, internal fit-out and commissioning.
• Identify and manage project risks while ensuring successful completion within agreed timeframes and budgets.

About You

• Minimum 8–10 years' experience in commercial construction, with a proven track record as a Project Manager.
  
• Demonstrated experience delivering large-scale projects valued at $80m–$150m+.
• Strong background in high-rise apartments, student accommodation, hotels or similarly complex developments.
• Excellent understanding of construction programming, procurement, contracts and commercial management.
• Proven ability to lead large multidisciplinary project teams and manage demanding stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant qualifications in Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline.

What's in It for You?

• Landmark $150m development – Lead a major student accommodation project in the heart of Melbourne.
• Career progression – Opportunity to develop towards Senior Project Manager or Project Director.
• Experienced project team – Work with a well-resourced builder and established delivery team.
• Long-term opportunities – Strong pipeline of major commercial and residential developments.