Site Manager - Commercial Construction ($5M+)

Roussos Recruitment; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ROUSSOS Recruitment partners with an established South Australian builder to appoint an experienced Site Manager responsible for delivery across education, retail, industrial and broader commercial sectors. Projects are typically valued at $5M+, offering a varied portfolio and strong client relationships.

As Site Manager you will oversee day‑to‑day site operations from establishment to handover, coordinating subcontractors, trades and suppliers while ensuring programme, safety, quality and

Qualifications

• Proven site management experience in commercial construction.
• Experience with new build and/or fit-out projects preferred.
• Strong coordination of subcontractors, trades and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of day-to-day site operations on $5M+ projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades, suppliers and site personnel.
• Drive construction programmes, milestones and project outcomes.
• Manage site logistics, sequencing and coordination of works.
• Lead site meetings and coordinate daily construction activities.
• Maintain high WHS, quality and compliance standards.
• Monitor progress and resolve site issues proactively.
• Oversee inspections, defects and project close-out.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, consultants and clients.
• Build productive relationships with subcontractors and stakeholders.

Skills

Site management

Commercial construction

Stakeholder management

WH&S knowledge

Job description

Lead the delivery of $5M+ commercial projects across education, retail and industrial sectors.

• Deliver a diverse mix of commercial new build and fit-out projects
• Join an established South Australian builder with a strong pipeline of work
• Take ownership of projects across education, retail, industrial and broader commercial sectors

The Opportunity

ROUSSOS Recruitment is partnering with an established South Australian building contractor with a strong reputation for delivering quality commercial projects and building long-term client relationships.

With a diverse pipeline of work across education, retail, industrial and commercial construction, the business is looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to take ownership of project delivery.

Projects are typically valued at $5M+, providing the opportunity to work across a varied portfolio rather than being limited to one sector or project type.

You will join an experienced and collaborative project team, with the support of an established business, strong systems and a solid pipeline of upcoming work.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of commercial construction projects from site establishment through to completion and handover.

Working closely with the Project Manager and broader project team, you will coordinate subcontractors, trades and suppliers while maintaining a strong focus on programme, safety, quality and productivity.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Taking ownership of day-to-day site operations across $5M+ projects
• Coordinating subcontractors, trades, suppliers and site personnel
• Driving construction programmes, milestones and project outcomes
• Managing site logistics, sequencing and coordination of works
• Leading site meetings and coordinating daily construction activities
• Maintaining high standards across WHS, quality and compliance
• Monitoring progress and proactively resolving site issues
• Managing inspections, defects and project close-out
• Working closely with Project Managers, consultants and clients
• Building strong, productive relationships with subcontractors and project stakeholders

The Like Mind

We are looking for an experienced Site Manager who takes pride in delivering quality commercial projects and creating a well-run, professional site environment.

You will ideally bring:

• Proven Site Management experience within commercial construction
• Exposure to new build and/or fit-out projects
• Proven ability to coordinate and manage subcontractors and trades
• Sound knowledge of WHS, quality and compliance requirements
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach
• A genuine commitment to delivering quality project outcomes

Experience across education, retail, industrial or similar commercial projects will be highly regarded, although the key requirement is strong general commercial construction experience and the ability to successfully lead site delivery.