Site Manager, Commercial Fitout & Refurbishment

Sense Projects Pty Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sense Projects is an independent Australian construction management company seeking a Brisbane-based Site Manager who prioritises safety, quality and site presentation on commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects. You will manage day-to-day site operations, drive construction programs, and build strong relationships with subcontractors, clients and owners to achieve project milestones.

Procore/BuildPass experience is preferred, with White Card, First Aid and WHS qualifications Join a company

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager or Site Foreman delivering commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects in Queensland.
• White Card, First Aid and Cert IV WHS or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to manage construction programs and coordinate multiple trades.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day site operations, coordinating subcontractors and ensuring timely delivery.
• Driving construction programs, coordinating sequencing and milestones to meet deadlines.
• Building strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, clients, consultants and owners.
• Leading subcontractors, setting expectations and maintaining accountability on site.
• Identifying and managing construction risks and issues to improve delivery.
• Maintaining workmanship quality, site presentation and defect management.
• Leading WHSE compliance, inductions, toolbox talks, inspections and risk assessments.
• Implementing Sense's IMS and ISO 45001/9001/14001 systems.
• Collaborating with the Project Manager to communicate progress and coordinate inspections.

Skills

Site management

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

White Card (General Construction Induction)

First Aid

Construction Supervisor / Cert IV WHS

Tools

Procore

BuildPass

Job description

Site Manager, Commercial Fitout & Refurbishment

Sense Projects is an independent Australian construction management company. Since 2006 we’ve delivered projects across workplace, healthcare, education, hospitality and retail, with the vast majority of our work coming from repeat clients. We’ve been delivering in Brisbane for two years and are qualified to deliver Queensland Government projects.

We’re looking for a Brisbane-based Site Manager who takes safety, quality and site presentation seriously, and who enjoys running a tidy, well-organised site where trades know exactly what’s expected of them.

What you'll be doing:

• Managing day-to-day site operations, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring efficient delivery of commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects.
• Proactively managing and driving construction programs, coordinating trade sequencing, resources and key milestones to achieve project deadlines.
• Building and maintaining strong working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, clients, consultants and building owners.
• Leading and coordinating subcontractors, setting clear expectations, maintaining accountability and fostering a positive, collaborative site environment.
• Proactively identifying and managing construction risks, potential delays, design issues and opportunities for improved project delivery.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship, quality control, site presentation and defect management throughout construction.
• Leading onsite WHSE compliance, including inductions, toolbox talks, site inspections, risk assessments and safe work practices.
• Implementing and maintaining Sense's Integrated Management System (IMS), including our ISO 45001, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified management systems.
• Working closely with the Project Manager to communicate progress, resolve issues, manage project priorities and coordinate key inspections, commissioning and handover requirements.

What you'll bring:

• Proven experience as a Site Manager or Site Foreman delivering commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects in Queensland.
• White Card (General Construction Induction), plus First Aid and Construction Supervisor / Cert IV WHS (or willingness to obtain).
• Demonstrated ability to manage construction programs, coordinate multiple trades and drive projects to meet key milestones and deadlines.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, clients and building stakeholders.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset, with the ability to anticipate challenges, identify risks and opportunities, and resolve onsite issues effectively.
• Experience working in live, occupied buildings, including managing staged works, and competing stakeholder requirements.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work autonomously, take ownership and hold subcontractors accountable.
• A systems-minded approach, with a genuine commitment to safety, quality, accurate documentation and continuous improvement.

Nice to have: experience with Procore and BuildPass, or confidence picking up site management and digital induction software quickly.

Why Sense:

20 years of delivery.

An established local team. You’ll join a Brisbane team that’s already up and running, with the backing of a business that’s been delivering for two decades.

Real support. You won’t be on your own. You’ll have a backing team, proven systems and direct access to the directors.

Systems that work. ISO certified across safety, quality and environment, with Procore and BuildPass running our sites.

Clients who come back. Most of our work is repeat business, so you’ll build relationships, not just projects.

Real variety. Hospitals, universities, heritage buildings, workplace fitouts and building owner upgrades, including Queensland Government work.

Sense Projects is an equal opportunity employer. You must have the right to work in Australia.