Construction Manager

2 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia at Full time

Eight Homes is Melbourne's affordable builder. We offer a stylish range of designs ideal for homeowners entering the property market and we pride ourselves on efficiency and simplicity in purchase and building.


We pride ourselves in building better lives for not only our clients, but for our employees and the community through our strong leadership, and charitable partnerships which have contributed to our on-going success and recognition as Great Place To Work Certified.


We believe that working with us will never be just a job. We offer a dynamic, transparent, and upbeat culture with the added benefit of an exciting workplace environment and friendly employees. We are committed to helping talented people build their careers - there are many opportunities for growth in this business for those who are looking to challenge themselves.



What's on offer

Eight Homes is looking for an experienced Construction Manager to lead our Geelong/West construction team.



Responsibilities

Within this role your responsibilities would include:

  • Manage and mentor a team of 4–6 construction supervisors, fostering professional growth and high performance.
  • Monitor and update job status in real time, adjusting forecasts and site start schedules to optimize resource allocation.
  • Develop, track, and report on the regional monthly budget—including claims, settlements, and Extra to Order (ETOs)—working with supervisors to maximize build efficiency.
  • Ensure all warranty and progress claims are accurately documented and processed in a timely manner.
  • Build and maintain effective partnerships with suppliers and trade contractors, acting as the primary escalation point for performance, quality, or delivery issues.
  • Align trade and supplier allocations with project schedules, closely monitoring performance metrics to drive consistency in build quality and efficiency.
  • Liaise with supervisors to identify and resolve on-site issues swiftly, ensuring contractual obligations and building standards are upheld or surpassed.
  • Minimize ETS through proactive planning, cost-effective problem solving, and close coordination with design and procurement teams.
  • Review and resolve escalated client concerns quickly, maintaining a customer-first mindset and preserving brand reputation.
  • Analyze client feedback and Net Promoter Scores (NPS), partnering with managers and supervisors to implement continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Conduct final quality assurance inspections prior to client walkthroughs, ensuring every detail aligns with company standards.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to assess build feasibility, control costs, and recommend innovative solutions to construction challenges.


Who we are looking for
  • A passionate leader with proven construction management experience in residential or commercial construction, managing multi-site operations.
  • Strong financial acumen, with a track record of meeting or exceeding budget targets.
  • Safety First mindset.
  • Exceptional relationship-building skills with suppliers, trades, clients and internal teams.
  • Proficiency in construction forecasting, scheduling tools, and claims management.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and a relentless focus on quality and customer satisfaction.
  • Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.


Required
  • Valid Victorian Driver's License
  • Construction Induction Card
  • Police Check


What's in it for you

Ready to take your construction leadership to the next level? Let's build great homes — and even better customer experiences — together


We know that our success and growth is a result of our hard-working employees. Become an integral part of our future with opportunities to innovate processes and influence customer experience. This role offers a competitive salary and all the tools you need to be successful. You will be part of a great team culture and have access a range of staff benefits. This pivotal and dynamic leadership role will include driving high-value projects from end to end in an environment that will challenge and satisfy you



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