Project Manager

Icon; New Zealand; On-site; AUD 108,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Market competitive salary and excellent working environment

Generous parental leave scheme

Collaborative workplace culture

Discounts on travel, retail, and health

Job summary

A leading construction conglomerate is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee all aspects of large-scale residential projects. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record managing projects from $70 million upwards with at least 7 years of industry experience. You'll lead project planning and execution, develop schedules and budgets, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. This role includes competitive salary and benefits in a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years industry experience on large scale construction projects.
• Proven experience managing projects from $70 million upwards.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Strong scheduling and budgeting knowledge.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with construction software and PM tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of the project.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Foster strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and project team members.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, codes, and safety standards.
• Manage and mentor a team of project professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Provide regular project updates and reports to senior management.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Communication

Problem-solving

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Construction management software

Project management tools

Job description

The Icon Group, an Australian construction conglomerate comprised of three major companies, Icon, Minicon, and Barpa has over 800 employees, and offices located across New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific with diverse opportunities across a broad range of sectors and regions.

The group is backed by one of the top 20 construction companies in the world, the progressive, sustainability-focused, Kajima Corporation.

We are one of the largest construction providers in the Australasia, currently delivering over on 85 projects ranging from $50 million to $800 million.

Project Manager

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the project, from conception to completion. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing large-scale residential projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of the project.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Foster strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and project team members.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, codes, and safety standards.
• Manage and mentor a team of project professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Provide regular project updates and reports to senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience managing projects from $70 million upwards.
• Minimum of 7 years industry experience on large scale construction projects, apartments / residential
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to problem-solve and make critical decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with relevant construction software and project management tools.

Benefits and perks

• Access to our EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Market competitive Salary and excellent working environment
• Excellent Leave Polices that include purchased Annual Leave, Work Life Balance Days, Community Days and generous Parental Leave scheme
• Collaborative and values-based workplace culture
• Sporting and Social eventsProfessional Memberships
• Discounts on Travel, Retail and Health

How to apply

Applications should be made by submitting a CV and cover letter online outlining your interest, motivation and what you would bring to this role by way of background.

Recruiters, please note we are not engaging agency support for this role and do not accept unsolicited resumes. Any CVs sent via agencies will be disregarded and candidates may approached directly.