Project Manager

DIRECTOR, CONSTRUCTION

Canberra ACT 2600

Full time

$120k - $150k

Construction Project Manager

KEY POINTS WE FOUND

Lead end-to-end delivery of major building projects
Manage programs, budgets, resources, and stakeholder relationships
Ensure compliance with regulations, codes, and safety standards

Senior Project Manager – Major Education Building Projects ($80M)

Our client is a tier 2 main contractor that specialises in commercial, residential, health and eductaion building projects ranging from $50M to $200M. They’re seeking an experienced construction professional with strong leadership skills and a proven track record to initially take the lead on an $80Mil school project.

What You’ll Do

Lead end‑to‑end delivery of major building projects
Manage programs, budgets, resources, and stakeholder relationships
Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants
Identify risks and drive mitigation strategies
Ensure compliance with regulations, codes, and safety standards
Mentor and guide a high-performing project team
Report project progress and risks to senior leadership

What You Bring

Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or similar
7+ years delivering large‑scale building projects ($50M+)
Strong commercial and technical construction knowledge
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills
Proficiency with construction and project management software

Why Join?

2 paid wellbeing days + 2 volunteering days
Option to purchase an extra week of annual leave
16 weeks paid parental leave (primary) / 2 weeks (secondary)
Access to Sonder EAP
Referral bonuses & regular social events
NAWIC memberships + retailer, insurance & travel discounts
$250 wellbeing reimbursement
Cultural leave for Indigenous employees
Long service leave after 7 years nationwide

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Skills

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Construction managementEngineeringExcellent communication skillsLeadershipMentoringProblem solvingProject management softwareRegulatory complianceStakeholder managementTrading

Perks & benefits

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$250 wellbeing reimbursement16 weeks paid parental leave (primary) / 2 weeks (secondary)2 paid wellbeing days + 2 volunteering daysAccess to sonder eapCultural leave for indigenous employeesLong service leave after 7 years nationwideNawic memberships + retailer, insurance & travel discountsOption to purchase an extra week of annual leaveReferral bonuses & regular social events

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