Senior Project Manager - Building & Construction

Unique Building Services Pty Ltd; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Supportive leadership

Career development

Growth opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Unique Building Services Pty Ltd in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead a portfolio of insurance repair projects from initiation to completion. The role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management and a deep understanding of building standards and insurance repair processes.

You will manage scopes, budgets and timelines, coordinate internal teams and contractors, and ensure safety and quality throughout delivery.

Formación

• Minimum 5 years' experience in project management.
• Experience in insurance or construction industry preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage scope, budgets, timeframes, risks.
• Proactive, solutions-focused problem-solving.
• Leadership experience across multiple teams.
• High proficiency with project management systems.

Responsabilidades

• Manage a portfolio of insurance repair projects from start to finish.
• Build relationships with insurance partners, clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Monitor progress within scope, timeframes, quality, and budget.
• Coordinate internal teams and subcontractors for delivery.
• Identify and resolve project risks, issues, escalations.
• Review scopes to ensure compliance with requirements and standards.
• Identify efficiency improvements to help outcomes.
• Provide regular project reporting and maintain records.
• Ensure WHS protocols are maintained.

Conocimientos

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Budget management

Time management

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Educación

Project management qualification

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Descripción del empleo

About UBS

With a proud history spanning over 26 years in the insurance building repairs domain, UBS stands as a trusted partner to some of Australia’s most distinguished Insurance companies. We are the front line for people who have experienced loss and devastation, and our role is to make a complex process simple whilst supporting our customers through the rebuilding process. At UBS, our vision is rebuilding dreams by providing quality rebuilds at competitive costs.

About UBS

With a proud history spanning over 26 years in the insurance building repairs domain, UBS stands as a trusted partner to some of Australia’s most distinguished Insurance companies. We are the front line for people who have experienced loss and devastation, and our role is to make a complex process simple whilst supporting our customers through the rebuilding process. At UBS, our vision is rebuilding dreams by providing quality rebuilds at competitive costs.

About Our Core Values

• are open and honest
• own our decisions
• are collaborative and solution focused
• embrace change
• are role models, our behaviours build strong relationship

About The Role

UBS is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team at our Head Office in Carrum Downs. The ideal candidate will preferably have a background in the insurance sector, who can bring strong organisational, leadership and stakeholder management skills to the role. In this role, you'll oversee and manage a range of insurance repair projects, working closely with key stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, within scope, budget and to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee a portfolio of insurance repair from commencement through to completion.
• Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with insurance partners, clients, contractors, suppliers and internal support teams.
• Monitor project progress, ensuring projects are delivered within agreed scope, timeframes, quality standards and budget.
• Coordinate and manage internal teams, subcontractors and other key stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Identify, manage and resolve project risks, issues and escalations, providing effective and timely solutions.
• Review project scopes and ensure works are delivered in accordance with agreed requirements, insurance policies, building standards and relevant regulations.
• Monitor project performance, identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions to improve efficiency and customer outcomes.
• Provide regular project reporting and maintain accurate project documentation and records.
• Ensure appropriate Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) protocols, processes and standards are maintained throughout project delivery.

About You

• Minimum 5 years' experience in project management, ideally within the insurance or construction related industry.
• Previous experience working within the insurance sector and an understanding of insurance claims and repair processes is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise competing demands.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with insurance partners, contractors, customers and internal teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, budgets, timeframes, risks and escalations.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to confidently engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to influence and drive positive outcomes across multiple teams.
• Strong administrative, organisational and time management skills.
• High level of computer literacy and confidence using project management systems and Microsoft Office.
• A strong understanding of building processes, regulations and industry standards would be advantageous.

Requirements

• Driver's Licence.
• Police Check.
• Working with Children Check.
• White Card.
• Relevant project management, construction or building qualification (desirable).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to play a key role in business growth and improvement
• Long-term career development opportunities

Inclusion and Diversity

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience, and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers, and other diversity groups.