Senior Project Manager – Melbourne Commercial Construction

Design & Build Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Design & Build Recruitment in Melbourne, VIC is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead multiple commercial construction projects across Victoria, including education, healthcare and community sectors. You will drive delivery from pre-construction through to handover, collaborating with Site Managers, subcontractors and clients.

Ideal candidates bring PM/SPM experience, strong budgeting and scheduling skills, exceptional communication, and tertiary qualifications in Construction

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering commercial construction projects as a PM or SPM.
• Exposure to education, healthcare, aged care, community, recreation or institutional projects.
• Strong commercial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, procurement and subcontractor management.
• The ability to lead and coordinate project teams while maintaining strong client relationships.
• A thorough understanding of construction programmes, contracts, quality and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach, strong work ethic and the ability to take ownership of outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from pre-construction and procurement through to practical completion and handover.
• Oversee project budgets, cost reporting, forecasting and financial performance.
• Lead procurement activities, subcontractor negotiations and contract administration.
• Develop and manage construction programmes, ensuring key milestones are achieved.
• Coordinate Site Managers, Contract Administrators, consultants and subcontractors.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, engineers and key stakeholders.
• Monitor quality assurance, safety and compliance across all project stages.
• Identify and manage project risks, variations, delays and construction challenges.
• Provide regular project updates and reporting to senior management.
• Drive accountability, collaboration and high standards across project teams.

Skills

PM/SPM experience

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, Building or a related discipline

Job description

Design & Build Recruitment in Melbourne, VIC is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead multiple commercial construction projects across Victoria, including education, healthcare and community sectors. You will drive delivery from pre-construction through to handover, collaborating with Site Managers, subcontractors and clients.

Ideal candidates bring PM/SPM experience, strong budgeting and scheduling skills, exceptional communication, and tertiary qualifications in Construction