General Manager – Construction

At Accessible Housing Group, we are passionate about shaping the future of inclusive, accessible housing across Australia. Our mission is to deliver sustainable, high quality developments that embrace Universal Design, Livable Housing Design Guidelines, and accessibility principles to create homes that meet the diverse needs of our community.

We are now seeking an accomplished General Manager Construction to lead our inclusive housing portfolio and deliver projects that set new benchmarks for quality, innovation, and accessibility.

As our General Manager Construction, you will oversee the end-to-end delivery of accessible housing developments, managing strategy, planning, construction, and compliance. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will be the organisation's construction expert, providing trusted advice to the CEO and Board, driving operational excellence, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of inclusive housing while leading a talented team and collaborating with stakeholders across government, community, and industry.

Lead the strategic planning, design, and execution of inclusive housing projects from concept to completion.

Integrate Livable Housing Design Guidelines, Universal Design principles, and sustainability standards into every phase.

Oversee all construction operations, budgets, and P&L responsibilities across multiple sites.

Ensure compliance with Australian Building Standards, WHS regulations, and accessibility legislation.

Drive innovation through modern technologies, including modular construction, prefabrication, and digital project management tools (e.g. BIM).

Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing construction teams and contractor networks.

Build strong partnerships with stakeholders, regulators, funding bodies, and community advocates.

Provide regular project reports and strategic insights to the CEO and Board.

We are seeking a strategic leader and technical expert who thrives on delivering impactful, innovative housing solutions.

Senior leadership experience in construction management, preferably within residential or community housing.

Comprehensive knowledge of Australian Building Standards, accessibility codes, Livable Housing Design Guidelines, and Universal Design principles.

Demonstrated success delivering large-scale housing projects on time and within budget.

Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and leadership skills.

Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline.

Experience managing multiple concurrent sites.

Familiarity with innovative construction technologies and smart housing systems.

Background in community housing, not-for-profit, or government-funded developments.

Understanding of sustainability and environmentally responsible housing design.

Be part of a forward-thinking organisation driving innovation in accessible housing.

Influence nationwide housing standards and make a tangible social impact.

Work alongside a passionate CEO and Board committed to excellence and inclusivity.

Attractive executive salary package + potential performance incentives.

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