Senior Project Manager – Hyperscale Data Centre

Hickory Group; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Parental leave

Novated leasing

H-Perks rewards

Employee wellbeing program

Diverse opportunities

Job summary

Hickory Group is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead one of Australia’s largest hyperscale data centre programs from initiation through to completion. You will drive programme outcomes, manage stakeholders and ensure delivery on time and within budget.

The role demands a strong background in complex commercial construction, with a minimum of 10 years’ experience, advanced financial oversight, and proven leadership abilities to mentor project teams and coordinate across multiple streams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in commercial construction, with large-scale projects.
• Bachelor degree or equivalent in CM, PM, or Engineering.
• Proven leadership and stakeholder engagement at senior level.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and cost control skills.
• Experience managing MEPT/ hyperscale data centre projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Resource allocation and management of labour, materials, equipment and subcontractors.
• Create comprehensive project plans with scope, schedule and budget.
• Negotiate construction contracts and terms to maintain solid foundations.
• Maintain financial control, reports, cash flow and budgets throughout the lifecycle.
• Ensure quality standards and implement safety plans and QC processes on site.
• Coach and develop project teams, providing hands-on learning opportunities.
• Develop health and safety plans and risk assessments for construction sites.
• Manage client communications and promptly address concerns or inquiries.
• Oversee industrial relations and labour relationships with unions and workers.
• Adhere to budgets and financial plans to maintain fiscal discipline.
• Communicate milestones and progress to all stakeholders.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Client relationship management

Financial management

Scheduling & planning

Resource planning

Education

Bachelor of Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, or equivalent

Job description

Hickory Group is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead one of Australia’s largest hyperscale data centre programs from initiation through to completion. You will drive programme outcomes, manage stakeholders and ensure delivery on time and within budget.

The role demands a strong background in complex commercial construction, with a minimum of 10 years’ experience, advanced financial oversight, and proven leadership abilities to mentor project teams and coordinate across multiple streams.