Senior Project Manager

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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Design Build Full time

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The Company

A privately-owned, mid-tier construction firm built on a partnership approach that delivers certainty, quality, and strong client outcomes. Their portfolio spans retail, education, childcare, hospitality, technology, industrial, and commercial construction, with a reputation for rigorous safety and quality systems, and repeat engagement with public and private clients.

The Company

A privately-owned, mid-tier construction firm built on a partnership approach that delivers certainty, quality, and strong client outcomes. Their portfolio spans retail, education, childcare, hospitality, technology, industrial, and commercial construction, with a reputation for rigorous safety and quality systems, and repeat engagement with public and private clients.

They stand out through controlled, consistent growth and a focus on building long-term relationships. With an ISO‑certified WHS system and meticulous quality controls, they deliver projects on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.

The Opportunity

They are looking to appoint a Senior Project Manager for delivery of a high-spec school project in Sydney valued at c. $30M. In this role, you'll manage complex a complex project which demands strong leadership and high expectations around performance.

Working closely with Directors and delivery teams, you'll ensure strategic project oversight through to completion, delivering projects with precision, clear communication, and commercial discipline.

The Role

As a key member of senior leadership, your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality projects across sectors including retail, education, industrial or hospitality
  • Managing project programs, budgets, subcontractors, and procurement under tight commercial control
  • Overseeing risk, quality and safety compliance in line with ISO standards and internal protocols
  • Building strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams
  • Providing regular reporting to senior leadership on progress, financials and risk mitigation

About You
  • 5-8+ years of experience in a Senior Project Manager role across commercial, institutional, education or hospitality sectors
  • Experience in AS4000 construct only contracts
  • Proven ability to manage large-scale, design-led projects from inception to handover
  • Strong commercial acumen, with experience managing project P&L, claims, and contract negotiations
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills with a collaborative, client-centric mindset
  • Experience working within WHS and quality frameworks, including ISO standards

In Return
  • Salary up to $300,000 + Super, depending on experience
  • Opportunity to lead high-profile projects across diverse sectors
  • Work with a respected, values-driven builder backed by financial stability and strong governance
  • Flat leadership culture with real autonomy and exposure to key decision-makers
  • Access to ongoing professional development and future project ownership opportunities

How to Apply Click apply to submit your resume and project list (Word format preferred).

For any queries about this role or others, contact Mitchell Barker at 0423 927 536.

Applications are handled with the strictest confidentiality.Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionProject Management and Information Technology
  • IndustriesConstruction

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