Project Manager

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• Join a Leading Family-Owned Equipment Hire Company | Embrace Work Flexibility
• Drive Success through Exciting Major Projects Across Industries
• Competitive Compensation + Dual Cab Hilux & Fuel Card + Profit Share Scheme

About the role

Kennards Hire is looking for a Project Manager who is driven by success, thrives in a fast paced environment and is known for their ability to build and maintain strong relationships with our customers and internal stakeholders.

Reporting to the Site Manager, this role is part of the Kennards Major Projects division and responsible for supporting individual major projects on site with our Tier 1 customers in Adelaide, SA.

The Project Manager will work closely with nearby Hire branches to meet the business requirements of our major projects customers and coordinating on- site related tasks to ensure customer experience and financial targets are met.

Responsibilities;

• End to end management of projects for Kennards Major Projects Customers.
• Plan project equipment levels to meet Customer project needs
• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships and networks
• Prepare reports and improvement actions, manage project profitability, complete safety
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• Assist with preparation of subcontractor purchase orders as well as co-ordinate and plan site scheduling, including deliveries
• General project admin and correspondence with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, consultants
• Asset management
• As some projects may be in remote area, travel may be a requirement of the role.

Required skills & experience

• Demonstrated previous experience engaging with customers in a management/supervisory role, with the ability to effectively delegate and deliver.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with P&L's
• Experience within the building/construction industry
• Must have a current drivers licence
• Able to multitask and manage schedules
• Intermediate experience in Microsoft (excel, word etc)

Why Join the Kennards Hire Family?

At Kennards Hire, you're not just doing a job - you're part of a team that backs each other every day. Whether you're in the yard, behind the wheel, or helping customers at the counter, your contribution matters. And we reward it. Here's why our team members stick around:

• Access to Discounted Equipment Hire - Tackle your own DIY or home projects with confidence using quality gear at a discounted rate.
• Profit Share Program - Share in the wins with performance-based bonuses paid twice a year.
• Salary Continuance Insurance - Enjoy peace of mind with income protection after 5 years of service.
• Leave Conversion - Take more time off with up to 5 days of unused sick leave converted into annual leave each year.
• Paid Parental Leave - Whether you're the primary or secondary carer, we've got your back as your family grows.
• Extra 1% Superannuation - Invest in your future with an additional 1% super contribution after 5 years.
• Salary Sacrifice Options - Save on tax while growing your super.
• WHEREFIT Discounts - Enjoy exclusive deals on fitness memberships, activewear, healthy meals, and wellness services.

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Retail & Consumer Products 1,001-5,000 employees

As a company that's been around since 1948, we know what matters most: family and it's at the heart of everything we do. We're the largest family-owned equipment hire company in Australia and New Zealand, with more than 1,900 team members located at over 200 sites and branches.

As a company that's been around since 1948, we know what matters most: family and it's at the heart of everything we do. We're the largest family-owned equipment hire company in Australia and New Zealand, with more than 1,900 team members located at over 200 sites and branches.

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