Senior Project Manager - Commercial Fit-out | Sydney

Cachet Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday and wellness leave

Vibrant social culture

Career growth opportunities

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

Cachet Group is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of high-profile commercial fit-out projects across Sydney. You will drive the full lifecycle from winning the pitch to handover, collaborating with designers, site teams, consultants, and clients to create spaces that impress.

You’ll mentor junior PMs, lead with confidence, and contribute to organizational leadership while delivering exceptional outcomes in a structure-driven, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years' experience in commercial fit-out project management.
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder projects from design through to delivery.
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from pitch to handover: programmes, budgets, value engineering, and client presentations.
• Manage contract documentation, design coordination, approvals, procurement, and subcontractor appointments.
• Oversee site delivery through regular meetings, tracking progress, quality, safety, and cost performance.
• Issue variations, progress claims, completion documentation, and final invoicing.
• Ensure a smooth client handover and manage defects through to final sign-off.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budgeting & forecasting

Communication

Job description

This is a standout opportunity for a commercially sharp, design-aware Senior Project Manager to take the reins on end-to-end delivery of high-profile commercial fit-out projects across Sydney.

At Cachet Group, you'll work across the full project lifecycle - from winning the pitch to handing over the keys - collaborating with talented designers, site teams, consultants, and clients to deliver spaces that genuinely impress. You won't just manage projects; you'll shape the client experience, lead a team, and have a clear runway toward broader organisational leadership.

If you're someone who brings structure to a team, leads with confidence, and takes pride in delivering exceptional outcomes - this role was built for you.

What You'll Be Doing

You own the full project lifecycle, including:

• Lead projects from pitch to handover: programmes, budgets, value engineering, and client presentations
• Manage contract documentation, design coordination, approvals, procurement, and subcontractor appointments
• Oversee site delivery through regular meetings, tracking progress, quality, safety, and cost performance
• Issue variations, progress claims, completion documentation, and final invoicing
• Ensure a smooth client handover and manage defects through to final sign-off

Stakeholder & Client Management

• Build lasting relationships with clients, landlords, and consultants
• Lead progress meetings, manage expectations, and keep communication clear at every stage
• Coordinate across design, procurement, finance, and project teams for seamless execution
• Manage weekly resourcing and provide timely updates to internal stakeholders

People & Culture

• Mentor junior project managers and actively invest in their development
• Lead by example - calm under pressure, collaborative, and proactive in solving problems

About You

You're an experienced project leader who brings commercial sharpness, emotional intelligence, and genuine passion for the built environment.

• 8+ years' experience in commercial fit-out project management
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder projects from design through to delivery
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills - you can hold a room
• Commercial literacy and financial acumen: budgeting, forecasting, and reporting are your comfort zone
• High levels of organisation, time management, and attention to detail
• Confidence working independently and making decisions with minimal direction
• A collaborative, empathetic leadership style that gets the best out of those around you
• Alignment with Cachet's values of Joy, Integrity, and Excellence

Why Join Cachet

At Cachet Group, we believe space matters. When you join us, you’ll be part of a culture built on integrity, teamwork and excellence, supported by a collaborative network across Australia and New Zealand.

• Additional birthday and wellness leave!
• Vibrant social culture with regular events, lunches and celebrations, our wellness & social committee plans lots of fun activities across the year
• Career growth opportunities in a fast-growing, design-driven business
• Learning & development opportunities - regular seminars & courses for our teams to continue to be at the forefront of design in Australia & NZ.
• Work on premium commercial fit-out projects with leading clients
• Charity and volunteering opportunities to make a positive impact
• Supportive project management framework and a values-driven team

Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in Australia or New Zealand.