Site Manager l School $10 million

Hannah Lovelock; Penrith; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff wellbeing programs

Extended leave entitlements

Team-building days

Job summary

Hannah Lovelock is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead a $10M early works expansion and refurbishment of a school in NSW. You will supervise live-site activities, manage subcontractors, and maintain strong client relationships.

The role requires 3+ years as Site Manager with Australian Head Contractor experience and a trade qualification in Carpentry or Joinery. A proactive, problem-solving leader is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as Site Manager or Senior Foreman with Australian Head Contractor experience.
• Proven ability to deliver education, aged care, medical or complex refurbishments.
• Trade qualification in Carpentry or Joinery is essential.
• Strong leadership and clear communication under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Drive project lifecycle from site establishment to handover.
• Coordinate all trade contractors, ensuring safety, layouts and specs.
• Develop construction programs and conduct site inspections per BCA.
• Champion OH&S on site and maintain accurate daily reports.
• Act as the primary on-site contact for client and stakeholders.

Skills

Site management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Trade qualification in Carpentry or Joinery

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a leading commercial building head contractor strategically positioned for significant growth in 2026, backed by a robust project pipeline valued up to $100M across NSW. As a premier Design & Construct (D&C) specialist in the government project space, this national builder consistently delivers high-quality, mid-scale projects ($500k-$40M). They specialize in TAFE and school projects, medical and dental environments, live extensions, and intricate interior fit-outs. Renowned for their financial stability and diverse, harmonious culture, their legacy is built on forming high-performing teams. They invest heavily in their people, ensuring every team member is developed to their full potential.

About the Role & Project

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to take full control of a $10M early works expansion and refurbishment of a school. Operating within a live educational environment, this high-impact role requires an adept manager who can smoothly navigate live-site challenges while maintaining exceptional client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Drive the project lifecycle from site establishment through to final commissioning and handover.
• Subcontractor Management: Coordinate all trade contractors, ensuring strict adherence to specifications, detailed layouts (FFE, disability access), and safety standards.
• Programming & Compliance: Develop workable, efficient construction programs and conduct rigorous site inspections in line with BCA standards.
• Safety & Reporting: Champion on-site OH&S protocols, maintain meticulous site documentation, and deliver accurate daily reports.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary on-site point of contact for the client and project stakeholders, proactively resolving issues to mitigate project risk.

What You Bring

• Experience: 3+ years as a Site Manager or Senior Foreman with an Australian Head Contractor. A proven track record delivering similar builds in Australia (Education, Aged Care, Medical, or complex commercial refurbishments) is highly regarded.
• Qualifications: A trade qualification in Carpentry or Joinery is essential.
• Skills: Strong leadership capability, exceptional communication skills, and a composed, professional presence under pressure.
• Mindset: A positive, results-driven attitude paired with strong problem-solving abilities.

Culture & Rewards

Join a resilient, solution-focused team that genuinely enjoys what they do. This builder believes in backing their people with robust internal support, ongoing training, and clear pathways to future leadership.

• Reputation: A highly stable, diverse, and multicultural business environment.
• Culture: A forward-thinking, supportive company culture.
• Wellbeing: Comprehensive staff wellbeing programs and extended leave entitlements.
• Connection: Regular corporate events and team-building days.

We actively encourage applications from any background.