Senior Project Manager l $20 million D&C

Randstad NV; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Australia is partnering with a nationally award-winning D&C Head Contractor in Sydney, entering a high-growth phase. You will lead Tier 1–3 commercial projects up to $20M, reporting to the Managing Director, directing an onsite team including Site Managers and Contract Administrators, and delivering premium finishes across Aged Care, Health and Government sectors.

The successful candidate will drive end-to-end delivery, manage stakeholders and governance, ensure safety compliance, and

Qualifications

• Proven Experience: track record of managing Head Contractor commercial projects within Australia.
• Adaptability: ability to handle multiple tasks in a live, high-pressure environment.
• Professionalism: excellent communication and rapport with subcontractors and clients.
• Technical Literacy: strong planning, organisational, and budget-reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Delivery: manage projects from $400k to $20M on time and on budget.
• Stakeholder Management: primary contact for subcontractors, authorities, and clients.
• Project Governance: oversee site setup, budget monitoring, reporting, and handover.
• Compliance: ensure 100% adherence to onsite regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Proven Experience

Adaptability

Professionalism

Technical Literacy

Job description

Join a nationally award-winning D&C Head Contractor currently entering a high-growth phase. This award winning firm has secured a lucrative pipeline of repeat business and government contracts. Known for delivering premium finishes across Aged Care, Health and Government (GC21) projects, they occupy a highly competitive niche in the $500k to $40M space.

This is a firm that prioritises relationships over transactions, boasting a supportive culture that actively promotes from within.

The Opportunity

Join a nationally award-winning D&C Head Contractor currently entering a high-growth phase. This award winning firm has secured a lucrative pipeline of repeat business and government contracts. Known for delivering premium finishes across Aged Care, Health and Government (GC21) projects, they occupy a highly competitive niche in the $500k to $40M space.

This is a firm that prioritises relationships over transactions, boasting a supportive culture that actively promotes from within.

The Role

As a driven Project Manager, you will report directly to the Managing Director, taking ownership of Tier 1,2 or 3 commercial projects up to $20M. You will lead a high-performing onsite team, including Site Managers, savvy Contract Administrators, and direct labor.

Key Responsibilities:

• End-to-End Delivery: Manage projects from $400k to $20M, ensuring they are on time, on budget, and to an award-winning standard.
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for subcontractors, government authorities, and blue-chip clients.
• Project Governance: Oversee site setup, budget monitoring, reporting, and final handover.
• Compliance: Ensure 100% adherence to onsite regulations and safety standards.

Project Portfolio

You will gain exposure to a diverse range of high-spec environments, including:

• Government & Infrastructure: Schools, TAFEs, Police, and Fire Stations (GC21).
• Hospitality & Leisure: RSLs, bars, clubs, and pubs.
• Complex Refurbishments: Heavy refurbs in live environments and extensions into adjoining tenancies.
• New Builds: From cold-shell fit-outs to standalone commercial constructions.

About You

You are a proactive problem-solver who thrives in the fast-paced world of commercial fit-outs and refurbishments. To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Proven Experience: A track record of managing Head Contractor commercial projects within Australia.
• Adaptability: The ability to think on your feet and manage multiple tasks in a live, high-pressure environment.
• Professionalism: Exceptional communication skills and the ability to build rapport with subcontractors and sophisticated clients alike.
• Technical Literacy: Strong planning, organisational, and budget-reporting skills.

Why Join This Team?

• Stability & Growth: A firm with a long-term strategic outlook and a flat management structure.
• Culture: A close-knit, collaborative environment where professional development is genuinely rewarded.
• Diversity of Work: No two days are the same, with projects spanning government, retail, and hospitality.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.