Site Manager l Child Care & Mixed use Retail

Randstad; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Maintained Vehicle

Fuel Card

Laptop

Mobile

Job summary

The Builder is seeking an experienced Site Manager to take full ownership of a high-quality childcare new build project in Sydney. You will oversee all site activities, manage subcontractors, and ensure delivery on time and within budget, with a strong focus on safety and BCA compliance.

Ideal candidates will have broad technical knowledge across structural carpentry, joinery, and fit-out, with a proven track record on commercial builds over $2M.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4+ years’ experience in a Site Manager role on similar commercial projects.
• Trade qualified in Carpentry.
• Strong leadership, delegation and communication skills.
• Hands-on, lead-from-the-front attitude.
• Calm under pressure with a positive, proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage construction programs
• Ensure strict adherence to BCA and WHS regulations
• Oversee site establishment, testing, and inspections
• Lead subcontractor inductions and daily operations
• Maintain detailed reporting and communication with stakeholders
• Deliver high-quality outcomes with a solutions-focused mindset

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Site management

Trade Carpentry

Education

Carpentry trades qualification

Job description

Site Manager l Child Care & Mixed use Retail

The Builder
A highly respected, financially strong, and nationally recognised Head Contractor has partnered exclusively with Randstad to expand their footprint. With a thriving presence across Sydney's CBD, Western Suburbs, and Northern Beaches, this contractor is known for delivering exceptional commercial and public works projects including state-of-the-art new builds and full-scale fit outs.

Their reputation is built on excellence, consistency, and a people-first culture. This is a builder of choice-an employer sought after for their collaborative team environment, long-term job security, and commitment to staff development. With a healthy pipeline of work and an order book brimming with exciting opportunities, now is the perfect time to join their journey.

About the Role
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Site Manager ready to take full ownership of a high-quality childcare new build project valued at $10 million AUD-starting within the next two weeks. The build includes both structural and civil components (including bulk and detailed earthworks), offering you variety and challenge on site.

You’ll be overseeing all site activities from start to finish, managing subcontractors, maintaining compliance with the BCA, and ensuring the smooth delivery of the project on time and within budget.

This role is ideally suited to someone with broad technical knowledge-structural, carpentry, joinery, and fit-out experience-and a track record of successful delivery on commercial new builds over $2 million.

• New build schools and trade training facilities
• Hospital and Medical
• University upgrades and fit-outs
• Multi-purpose gyms and community infrastructure
• High-spec aged care developments

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage construction programs
• Ensure strict adherence to BCA and WHS regulations
• Oversee site establishment, testing, and inspections
• Lead subcontractor inductions and daily operations
• Maintain detailed reporting and communication with stakeholders
• Deliver high-quality outcomes with a solutions-focused mindset

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum 4+ years’ experience in a Site Manager role on similar commercial projects
• Trade qualified in Carpentry
• Strong leadership, delegation, and communication skills
• A hands-on, "lead from the front" attitude
• Calm under pressure with a positive, can-do approach

This builder prides itself on creating a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking work environment. Staff wellbeing is a top priority-with a workplace culture that promotes growth, humour, and humility, even in high-pressure moments. In return, you can expect:

• Clear progression / growth and team
• Corporate team-building events and regular social activities
• A fully supported team onsite
• Company Maintained Vehicle
• Fuel Card
• Laptop, Mobile

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.