Site Manager

Mazzei Group; City of Wodonga; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Purpose-driven work

Structured support and resources

Collaborative culture

Growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an experienced Site Manager for the Regional Housing Fund Project in Wodonga. The role involves overseeing the delivery of 41 new homes, managing civil works, and ensuring compliance with standards and safety. The ideal candidate should have 5 to 10 years of experience in multi-unit residential projects and strong stakeholder management skills. This is an opportunity to contribute to a socially impactful project that transforms regional communities.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years' experience in relevant project delivery.
• Ability to manage projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of local authority requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction delivery of a 41-home community.
• Manage civil interfaces and services coordination.
• Lead site teams to maintain safety and quality.

Skills

Multi-unit residential project delivery

Stakeholder management

BCA and Australian Standards knowledge

Microsoft Project

Construction Management certification

Education

Trade background or Cert IV/Diploma in Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Job description

Harnest, part of the Mazzei Group, is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead delivery of our new Regional Housing Fund (RHF) Wodonga Project – a $16 million medium-density community comprising 41 new homes.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a socially impactful regional project, managing every on-site element from early civil works through to final handover.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee construction delivery of a 41-home medium-density community under an AS D&C Government Contract
• Manage civil interfaces, services coordination, and staging within an existing brownfield residential site
• Drive program, budget, and quality outcomes in line with social-procurement and compliance standards
• Lead and mentor site teams and subcontractors to maintain safety, quality, and teamwork on-site
• Conduct daily site coordination meetings, inspections, inductions, and reporting
• Collaborate with Project Managers, consultants, and client representatives to ensure smooth communication and milestone delivery

What You’ll Bring

• 5–10+ years’ experience delivering multi-unit residential, townhouse, or community housing projects
• Proven ability to manage regional or live-environment sites with multiple stakeholders
• Strong grasp of BCA, Australian Standards, OH&S, and local authority requirements
• Trade background or Cert IV/Diploma in Construction Management
• Solid reporting and scheduling capability (Microsoft Project, Procore, or similar)

Why Join Harnest

• Purpose-driven work – Deliver social and affordable housing that transforms regional communities
• Structured for success – Operate within a commercial D&C framework supported by strong systems, BOQ control, and head-office resources
• Team-first culture – Collaborative leaders who prioritise people, safety, and long-term relationships
• Stable pipeline – Backed by Government and NFP partners with multi-year funding across Victoria and South Australia
• Growth opportunities – Clear pathways across project leadership, regional expansion, and future major projects

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applicants from all walks of life to join our team. From Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, and those who may face barriers to employment.