Site Manager - New Build & Fit Out

Roussos Recruitment; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ROUSSOS Recruitment partners with a leading national commercial contractor in South Australia, delivering a range of new build, fit out and refurbishment projects valued between $10M-$15M. The role is Adelaide-based, offering strong systems and a secure project pipeline with clear ownership of site delivery.

You will join an experienced project team and lead day-to-day site operations, coordinating subcontractors and trades to meet programme, safety and quality targets on a diverse portfolio.

Qualifications

• Proven Site Management experience within commercial construction.
• Experience delivering projects valued around $10M-$15M.
• Experience across new build and fit out/refurbishment projects.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, programming and site coordination.
• Confidence managing subcontractors, trades and site activities.
• WHS, quality and compliance knowledge.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach.
• A genuine commitment to delivering a high-quality project.
• Trade background in carpentry or related discipline is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Taking ownership of day-to-day site operations.
• Coordinating subcontractors, trades and suppliers.
• Driving construction programmes and milestones.
• 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 resolving site issues.
• Managing inspections, defects and project close-out.
• Collaborating with Project Managers, Contract Administrators, consultants and clients.
• Building strong relationships with subcontractors and stakeholders.

Skills

Site management

Subcontractor coordination

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Take the lead on $10M-$15M commercial projects across new build, fit out and refurbishment.

• Deliver quality projects valued between $10M-$15M
• Work across a mix of new build, fit out and refurbishment projects
• Join a well-resourced team with strong systems and a secure project pipeline

The Opportunity

ROUSSOS Recruitment is partnering with a highly regarded national commercial contractor with an established presence in South Australia and a strong pipeline of upcoming projects.

With a reputation for delivering quality commercial projects and a strong focus on people, safety and project outcomes, the business is continuing to grow its Adelaide operations.

They are now seeking an experienced Site Manager to take ownership of site delivery across a diverse portfolio of projects valued between $10M-$15M, spanning both new build and fit out/refurbishment.

You will join an experienced project team and have the support, systems and resources required to deliver projects successfully, while having genuine ownership of site operations and day-to-day delivery.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of your project from site establishment through to completion and handover.

Working closely with the Project Manager and broader project team, you will oversee site operations, coordinate subcontractors and trades, and ensure programme, safety and quality targets are achieved.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Taking ownership of day-to-day site operations
• Coordinating subcontractors, trades and suppliers
• Driving construction programmes and project milestones
• 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, Contract Administrators, consultants and clients
• Building strong 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 enjoys working as part of a collaborative, high-performing project team.

You will ideally bring:

• Proven Site Management experience within commercial construction
• Experience delivering projects valued around $10M-$15M
• Experience across new build and fit out/refurbishment projects
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, programming and site coordination
• Confidence managing subcontractors, trades and site activities
• Sound knowledge of WHS, quality and compliance requirements
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach
• A genuine commitment to delivering a high-quality project
• Trade background in carpentry or a related discipline will be highly regarded