Site Manager | Commercial

Construction; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary package

Supportive team

Career development opportunities

Travel between sites

Job summary

Construction is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee day-to-day site operations on commercial projects, with a focus on education or medical construction. You will work with the Project Manager to coordinate site activities, manage subcontractors, ensure quality and safety, and keep projects on schedule.

You will be a key liaison for site personnel, subcontractors and clients, providing strong leadership and practical decision-making.

Qualifications

• Previous experience managing commercial construction projects with education or medical sectors.
• Trade background or relevant construction qualifications.
• Experience using Procore and HammerTech.
• Strong knowledge of site coordination and subcontractor management.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site operations and coordinate labour, trades, materials and equipment to keep projects on schedule.
• Lead and manage site personnel and subcontractors, assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
• Monitor quality, workmanship and materials to meet project specifications.
• Manage site costs, timesheets, deliveries and POs with the Project Manager to maintain budgets.
• Ensure compliance with WHS requirements and safety procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Travel between sites

Education

Trade background

Tools

Procore

HammerTech

Job description

• Attractive salary package, supportive team and career development opportunities.
• Lead commercial projects across education or medical construction.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee day-to-day site operations across commercial construction projects, with a particular focus on EITHER the education sector OR medical sector.

Working closely with the Project Manager, you will take ownership of site coordination, subcontractor management, quality control and safety, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, on schedule and to a high standard.

You will be a key point of contact for site personnel, subcontractors and clients, bringing strong leadership, sound decision-making and a hands‑on approach to project delivery.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site operations, coordinating labour, trades, materials and equipment to ensure projects stay on schedule.
• Lead and manage site personnel and subcontractors, allocating tasks and monitoring performance and productivity.
• Monitor construction quality, workmanship and materials to ensure works meet project specifications and standards.
• Manage site costs, timesheets, material deliveries and purchase orders, working closely with the Project Manager to maintain budgets.
• Ensure compliance with all WHS requirements, site safety procedures and subcontractor documentation.
• Maintain accurate site records, including daily progress reports, site documentation, photographs and updates to the Project Manager.

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience managing commercial construction projects, ideally within the education sector.
• A trade background or relevant construction qualifications.
• Experience using Procore and HammerTech.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, site coordination and subcontractor management.
• A solid understanding of WHS requirements and quality control.
• Excellent communication, leadership and problem‑solving skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and make sound decisions under pressure.
• A positive, adaptable attitude and a genuine team-focused approach.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel between project sites as required.

Benefits and Perks

• Supportive team environment with strong collaboration between Site and Project Management.
• Career development and opportunities to grow your construction management experience.
• Work with an established business that values quality workmanship, safety and its people.
• Very attractive salary package with inclusions

About the Company

Our client is an established commercial construction company delivering quality projects across a range of sectors. Known for its hands‑on approach, commitment to safety and quality, and collaborative working environment, the business takes pride in building lasting relationships with clients, subcontractors and its people.