Senior Project Manager

Talon Recruitment Solutions; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Career progression to Construction/PM

High-profile projects

Staff development and retention

Job summary

Talon Recruitment Solutions partners with a true HVAC powerhouse seeking a Major Project Manager to lead large commercial builds in Sydney. This Tier 1 Mechanical Contractor has a strong national footprint and a track record delivering high-value HVAC projects across high-rise, data centre, healthcare and retail sectors.

You'll manage HVAC projects typically $10M+, coordinate with builders, consultants and suppliers, oversee site teams and direct labour, and drive safety, program and cost

Qualifications

• Experience leading HVAC projects $10M+ in Australia, NZ or the UK.
• Strong understanding of complex project management for large commercial builds.
• Proven leadership and communication skills.
• Track record of managing timelines, budgets and safety with precision.

Responsibilities

• Lead major HVAC projects from inception to delivery.
• Coordinate with builders, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Oversee site teams and direct labour where applicable.
• Drive safety, program and cost performance.

Skills

HVAC project management

Leadership

Communication

Safety management

Budget & scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Trade background in project management

Job description

Join a true HVAC powerhouse.

The Company

This Tier 1 Mechanical Contractor has experienced consistent national growth over the past decade. With a strong presence across major Australian cities - including a solid footprint in Sydney, they're a trusted delivery partner for high-value HVAC projects across high-rise, data centre, healthcare, and retail sectors.

With new project wins across NSW, they're now seeking a Major Project Manager to take the reins on large commercial builds in Sydney.

The Role

You'll lead major HVAC projects (typically $10M+) from inception to delivery, managing all facets including:

• Coordination with builders, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Oversight of site teams and direct labour (if applicable)
• Driving performance on safety, program, and cost
• Working closely with engineering and leadership to deliver to the highest standard

You'll be backed by a well-established senior leadership team and a national engineering function committed to excellence.

What's On Offer

• Attractive base salary + super + car allowance
• Career progression to Construction Manager level
• Work on high-profile, technically complex projects
• Be part of a business that invests in people and promotes from within
• Long-term pipeline of work and excellent staff retention

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience managing HVAC projects over $10M in Australia, NZ or the UK
• Excellent understanding of complex project management and experience managing large commercial building projects
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Vastly experienced in managing timelines, budgets, and safety with precision
• You have a background in mechanical engineering OR you took a trade-based path into project management
• Experience with direct labour crews is highly regarded

You must have full Australian working rights.

Interstate candidates ready to relocate to Sydney are welcome to apply.

These opportunities don't come around often.

Step into a senior leadership role with a company that delivers on its promises.

All enquiries are strictly confidential.