Site Manager – Residential Development & Construction

Magcord Pty Ltd; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Magcord Pty Ltd is seeking a Site Manager to lead the day-to-day delivery of multi-dwelling residential projects in Port Macquarie. You will coordinate trades, subcontractors and suppliers, manage programs, and ensure safety, quality and on-time delivery.

You will work with a capable local team, assume responsibility for site efficiency and workmanship, and engage with developers to maintain momentum on substantial construction works.

Qualifications

• Experience managing multi-stage residential projects.
• Knowledge of sequencing, scheduling and WHS.
• Ability to coordinate multiple trades and sites.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.

Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day operations of substantial, multi-dwelling construction projects
• Coordinating and supervising subcontractors, trades and suppliers
• Planning and sequencing works across multiple dwellings and work fronts
• Monitoring progress and maintaining construction programs
• Ensuring sites are properly coordinated and ready for the next stage of work
• Conducting regular site inspections and maintaining high standards of workmanship
• Identifying and resolving construction issues quickly and practically
• Coordinating materials, deliveries, plant and site requirements
• Managing defects and ensuring rectification is completed promptly
• Maintaining accurate site records, photographs and project documentation

Skills

Site management

Coordination

Communication

Quality focus

WHS knowledge

Job description

As Site Manager, you will take ownership of the day-to-day delivery of developer-led construction projects, ensuring work progresses efficiently, safely and in accordance with the program, plans and quality requirements. Our projects generally involve multiple dwellings and associated development works within a broader project. You will coordinate trades, subcontractors, suppliers and site activities to maintain momentum and ensure each stage is ready for the next.

Key responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day operations of substantial, multi-dwelling construction projects
• Coordinating and supervising subcontractors, trades and suppliers
• Planning and sequencing works across multiple dwellings and work fronts
• Monitoring progress and maintaining construction programs
• Ensuring sites are properly coordinated and ready for the next stage of work
• Conducting regular site inspections and maintaining high standards of workmanship
• Identifying and resolving construction issues quickly and practically
• Coordinating materials, deliveries, plant and site requirements
• Managing defects and ensuring rectification is completed promptly
• Maintaining accurate site records, photographs and project documentation

About you

• Demonstrated Site Management experience on substantial, multi-stage construction projects involving multiple dwellings or comparable complexity
• Relevant experience in volume residential construction or a comparable low-rise commercial construction environment
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, sequencing and site coordination
• The ability to coordinate multiple trades, subcontractors and work fronts
• A strong understanding of construction programs and deadlines
• Excellent communication and people-management skills
• A practical, solutions-focused approach to problem solving
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• A sound understanding of WHS requirements

About us

Magcord Projects is a growing local construction business delivering substantial residential development and construction projects. The directors and owners are multi-generational local builders who value quality, accountability, long-term relationships and doing business the right way. We have strong relationships with repeat developer clients, based on mutual respect, trust and consistently delivering on our commitments. Our team environment is highly capable, honest and pleasant, and we encourage the development of strong individuals who want to take responsibility and grow with the business.

• A long-term position for the right candidate
• A professional, supportive and respectful working environment
• Genuine responsibility and autonomy
• The opportunity to work on substantial, multi-dwelling construction projects
• Direct involvement with established developer clients
• The opportunity to develop professionally within a highly capable team
• A team focused on quality, accountability and getting the job done properly
• Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience