General Manager

Total Project Nt; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1 340 000 - 1 787 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a General Manager for their regional operations in South Africa. This role involves overseeing project delivery, managing teams, and ensuring financial performance across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have senior leadership experience in construction, along with strong financial skills and the ability to mentor teams. A competitive package and relocation assistance are offered, making it a great opportunity to shape regional communities.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership in construction, preferably in regional or remote contexts.
• Strong financial management skills—budgeting, forecasting, and job costing.
• Experience in leading multi-site or dispersed teams.
• Solid knowledge of WHS and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects and operational performance across NT and SA.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and meet budget and quality standards.
• Mentor and develop high-performing teams.
• Manage client relationships and business representation.

Skills

Commercially minded

Financial acumen

Safety management knowledge

Leadership

Clear communication

Job description

Overview

General Manager — Regional Construction (Alice Springs) IM Partners is recruiting for Total Project NT | Full-time | Construction Management | NT / SA Projects About the company Total Project NT is a head contractor based in Alice Springs, delivering complex commercial and government builds across remote and regional Australia. Founded by respected Central Australian builder Travis Mitchell, the business has rapidly grown from $9M to $25M turnover through trusted delivery, quality outcomes, and long-standing local partnerships.

About the role

Reporting directly to the Director, you'll oversee projects, people, and systems across NT and SA.

You'll drive operational performance, workforce development, and client relationships — ensuring strategy turns into execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading day‑to‑day operations across multiple regional sites
• Delivering projects on time, within budget, and to quality and safety standards
• Strengthening financial oversight and job margin performance
• Embedding WHS and compliance systems aligned to ISO
• Mentoring and developing high‑performing teams
• Representing the business professionally with clients, suppliers, and regulators

About you

You're commercially minded and thrive in regional contexts where adaptability and resourcefulness are key. You lead with accountability and integrity, balance strategic direction with practical execution, and bring people along with you.

Qualities and Experience

Proven senior leadership in construction (regional / remote preferred) Strong financial acumen — budgeting, forecasting, job costing Track record of safe, profitable project delivery Experience leading dispersed or multi-site teams Solid WHS and compliance knowledge Clear, confident communication and a collaborative leadership style A respected regional builder entering its next growth phase True autonomy and influence under a supportive Director Work that directly shapes regional communities Competitive salary package + relocation assistance This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact — leading a capable team with shared values : Trustworthy.

Honest.

Reliable.

Nurturing.

Adaptive.

Apply now through Seek, or contact Kristy Bartel – Principal, IM Partners for a confidential discussion.

Application Questions

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Construction General Manager?
• How many years' experience do you have with forecasting for businesses?
• Do you have experience in a role which requires relationship management experience?
• What's your expected annual base salary?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• Are you willing to relocate for this role?
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