Senior Project Manager - Construction

Programmed Maintenance Services; Canberra; On-site; AUD 200,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NV2 security clearance opportunity

Seniority leadership opportunity

Long-term career opportunity

Job summary

Programmed Maintenance Services in Canberra seeks a Senior Project Manager to deliver major construction projects safely, on time, and within budget. You will lead teams, manage scope, contracts and stakeholders while driving safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Australian Citizenship and an NV2 security clearance are mandatory; 5 days per week onsite. This is a senior leadership opportunity with Canberra-based work and long-term career prospects.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a Senior Project Manager in construction.
• Experience delivering large, complex construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of contracts, methodologies, and project delivery.
• Qualifications in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of major construction projects.
• Manage project scope, budgets, programs, resources and delivery outcomes.
• Lead project teams, subcontractors, consultants and suppliers.
• Manage project schedules, milestones and deliverables.
• Oversee commercial performance, variations, claims and contractual matters.
• Identify and proactively manage project risks and issues.
• Ensure projects comply with relevant legislation, standards and safety requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Monitor project performance, quality, costs and progress.
• Provide regular project reporting to senior management.
• Drive a strong culture of safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Skills

Senior Project Manager

Stakeholder management

Communication

WH S & risk management

Financial management

Contracting knowledge

Leadership

Education

Construction Management degree

Engineering degree

Project Management degree

Job description

Programmed Maintenance Services – Canberra ACT

This is a senior-level opportunity for a construction professional who has proven experience managing complex projects from planning through to completion, with responsibility for project delivery, commercial outcomes, stakeholders, safety and quality.

Please note: Australian Citizenship is mandatory. The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain an NV2 security clearance and must be available to work onsite 5 days per week.

About the Role

As Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of construction projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of major construction projects
• Manage project scope, budgets, programs, resources and delivery outcomes
• Lead project teams, subcontractors, consultants and suppliers
• Manage project schedules, milestones and deliverables
• Oversee commercial performance, variations, claims and contractual matters
• Identify and proactively manage project risks and issues
• Ensure projects comply with relevant legislation, standards and safety requirements
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders
• Monitor project performance, quality, costs and progress
• Provide regular project reporting to senior management
• Drive a strong culture of safety, quality and continuous improvement

About You

We are looking for a highly experienced construction professional with:

• Demonstrated experience as a Senior Project Manager within the construction industry
• Proven experience managing complex, large-scale construction projects
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, contracts and project delivery
• Experience managing subcontractors, consultants and project teams
• Strong commercial and financial management skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong understanding of WHS, quality and risk management
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects to agreed deadlines
• Relevant qualifications in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline

What's on Offer

• $200,000 - $290,000 + super + bonus
• Senior leadership opportunity
• Canberra-based position
• 5 days onsite
• Opportunity to work on major construction projects
• NV2 security clearance opportunity
• Long-term career opportunity
• Collaborative and professional working environment

Australian Citizenship and the ability to obtain an NV2 security clearance are mandatory requirements for this position.

Who we are

At PERSOL, we connect people to meaningful work and growth.
With decades of experience and a future-focused mindset, we're here to support your career journey. We offer fresh opportunities, trusted guidance, and a people-first approach.

We're committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace that embraces diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.
We strongly encourage applications from women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, and individuals from all communities.

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