General Manager of Construction

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My client is a fast-growing property development company with in-house construction and development teams, includes a self-managed logistics chain and cabinet production facility.

Location: Barangaroo, Sydney

Reporting to: Managing Director

Direct Reports: 7

Salary: $200,000 + Super, OTE Up to $300,000 + Super

Recent Project Highlight

  • 350-hectare land development in Western Sydney
  • House-and-land package projects in Rouse Hill, Sydney

Key Responsibilities Include
  • Lead day-to-day business operations of construction delivery, client service, and support functions.
  • Oversee financial performance including budgeting, cost control, forecasting, and profitability across all construction projects.
  • Ensure effective project time management, from planning to execution and delivery.
  • Drive strategic planning, process efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Oversee and optimise the logistics centre operations, including cabinet inventory management and demand planning.
  • Leading end-to-end project execution across internal teams and external partners.
  • Manage key relationships with contractors, OEMs, suppliers, and clients.
  • Provide strong leadership and mentorship to a team of 7 direct reports,
  • Ensure on-site safety standards are met, monitor construction quality, and proactively manage project risks to avoid delays and cost overruns.

About You:

You are a proactive, solutions-focused leader with deep operational expertise and a background in construction. You have a hands-on approach and a strong ability to lead people and manage complex projects with multiple moving parts.

You'll Bring
  • 10+ years' experience in senior operations or construction management roles.
  • A solid background in construction with a strong grasp of site operations, building processes, and project execution.
  • Experience managing budgets, tracking financial forecasts, and helping projects stay profitable.
  • Demonstrated success in growing revenue and managing key client relationships.
  • Experience in house and land development projects, Residential Projects, or high-rise residential construction.
  • Experience managing cabinet production inventory and coordinating with logistics or warehousing teams.
  • Experience managing budgets, tracking financial forecasts, and helping projects stay profitable.
  • Demonstrated success in delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
  • Excellent leadership, time management, and communication skills.
  • Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Eligibility:

To apply for this role, you must be an Australian Permanent Resident or Citizen and currently reside in Australia.

How To Apply

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, we'd love to hear from you

For a confidential discussion, please contact Tiffany Thor at

tiff.thor@brilliantalent.com.au

0410 663 712

Please quote this job ad when getting in touch.Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionManagement and Project Management
  • IndustriesConstruction and Real Estate

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