Senior Project Manager - Client-side

Davies Ross Consulting Pty Ltd; North Sydney; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Davies Ross Consulting Pty Ltd in Sydney is seeking a Senior Project Manager to take ownership of residential and mixed-use developments from design through construction and handover. You will work closely with experienced Directors and manage client relationships while coordinating consultancy teams across the full development lifecycle.

The role offers exposure to multiple sectors, a collaborative culture and a clear path to long-term contribution within the firm.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager within a client-side consultancy.
• Relevant degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Property or similar.
• Strong residential development experience, ideally across medium-density or apartment projects.
• Experience managing projects through both pre-construction and delivery.
• Strong understanding of design coordination, procurement and construction.
• Good commercial and contractual knowledge.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Strong organisation, attention to detail and problem-solving capability.
• Professional, personable and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from initial planning and design through construction and handover
• Lead consultant teams and coordinate design development
• Manage project programmes, budgets, risks and reporting
• Oversee procurement, tendering and contractor engagement
• Manage contractors and monitor construction progress
• Chair client, consultant and contractor meetings
• Undertake contract administration and superintendent responsibilities
• Identify project risks and develop practical solutions
• Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
• Support and mentor junior Project Managers where required

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Design coordination

Contract management

Education

Degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering or Property

Job description

Davies Ross Consulting Pty Ltd – North Sydney NSW

Senior Project Manager | Client-Side Consultancy | Sydney

Job Summary

Join an established Sydney-based Project Management consultancy delivering residential and mixed-use developments. Take full ownership of projects from initial design through construction and completion, working alongside experienced Directors in a stable, collaborative environment.

Why Apply?

• Full project accountability - Manage projects from inception through pre-construction design, procurement, construction and completion.
• Excellent office environment - First-class office location, facilities and a professional, collaborative working environment.
• Work-life balance and stability - Join an established consultancy offering a good work-life balance and an average employee tenure of over five years.

About the Business

Our client is an established Sydney-based Project Management and Development Management consultancy working with developers, property owners and private clients.

The business delivers projects across residential, retirement and aged care, healthcare, education, hospitality and mixed-use sectors, providing services from initial feasibility and design through procurement, construction and handover.

They have developed strong, long-standing client relationships through their hands-on approach and commitment to delivering quality outcomes.

With a stable team and a collaborative, down-to-earth culture, they're now looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager who can take ownership of projects and become a long-term member of the business.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced client-side Project Manager looking for greater responsibility and genuine ownership of projects.

You’ll manage projects across the full development lifecycle, from early planning and design coordination through procurement, construction and completion.

Residential development experience will be particularly relevant, although you’ll also have exposure to projects across other sectors.

Working closely with experienced Directors, you’ll take responsibility for project delivery, client relationships and consultant teams, while supporting the development of junior team members where required.

The business values people who are proactive, personable and commercially aware, with the ability to build strong relationships and confidently manage multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage projects from initial planning and design through construction and handover
• Lead consultant teams and coordinate design development
• Manage project programmes, budgets, risks and reporting
• Oversee procurement, tendering and contractor engagement
• Manage contractors and monitor construction progress
• Chair client, consultant and contractor meetings
• Undertake contract administration and superintendent responsibilities
• Identify project risks and develop practical solutions
• Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
• Support and mentor junior Project Managers where required

About You

You'll ideally have:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager within a client-side consultancy
• Relevant degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Property or similar
• Strong residential development experience, ideally across medium-density or apartment projects
• Experience managing projects through both pre-construction and delivery
• Strong understanding of design coordination, procurement and construction
• Good commercial and contractual knowledge
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities
• Strong organisation, attention to detail and problem-solving capability
• Professional, personable and proactive approach

Previous experience managing consultant teams, client relationships and junior Project Managers would be particularly advantageous.

What's in it for you?

• Genuine project ownership from inception through to completion
• Work across residential developments and a diverse range of property sectors
• First-class office location and facilities
• Good work-life balance within a stable, established consultancy
• Average employee tenure of over five years
• Direct exposure to experienced Directors and senior decision-makers
• Opportunity to manage meaningful projects and develop long-term client relationships
• Professional, collaborative and down-to-earth team environment
• Long-term career progression within the business