Site Project Manager

2 days ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia Living Gems Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Residential Site Manager – Harris Crossing, Townsville

Long-term local work | No FIFO or DIDO | 9-day fortnight

Start shaping the newest
Living Gems lifestyle resort
at Harris Crossing — and build a career (and life) right here in Townsville.
At Living Gems, our commitment goes beyond construction — we become an integral part of the community, we don't just hand over keys — we live and work within the communities we build.

With
40+ years of experienc
e in creating vibrant over-50s lifestyle communities, Living Gems is one of Australia's most respected developers in this space. We're now relaunching the brand with
three exciting new resort
s underway in
Townsville, Rockhampton, and Moreton Ba
y — and we're looking for a Residential Site Manager to lead our Harris Crossing project

This is your chance to join a company with deep roots, a strong reputation, and a bright future — while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of being home every night, with a
9-day fortnight giving you a long weekend every second week
.

About the Role

Living Gems delivers high-quality homes within 12–16 weeks — so experience in high-volume, fast-paced environments is essential

You'll manage:

  • A large-scale site with
    500+ homes
    to be built over the next 4+ years
  • Up to 60 homes at different stages of construction
  • Contractors, labourers, and plant operators
  • Scheduling and coordination via Onsite Companion
  • Site set-up, framing, and through to handover — depending on your skills

Your focus: keep trades moving seamlessly from one house to the next by ensuring everyone is ready, scheduled, and productive.

What You'll Need

  • Trade qualification (carpentry preferred)
  • QBCC Supervisor Licence (essential)
  • Proven experience in production/volume residential construction
  • Strong people leadership, planning, and communication skills
  • OH&S knowledge and commitment to safety
  • Tech confidence (construction software)
  • A valid driver's licence
  • Proactive, hands-on approach — someone who leads from the front

Why Join Living Gems?

For over four decades,
Living Gems
has been at the forefront of building lifestyle communities for active over-50s. Known for our
quality, innovation, and community focus
, we're entering an exciting new growth phase with multiple new resorts launching across Queensland.

Here's what's in it for you:

  • Stay local — no more FIFO/DIDO
  • 4+ years of guaranteed work at Harris Crossing, followed immediately by our next resort in Yeppoon
  • *9-day fortnight — enjoy a long weekend every second week
  • Competitive salary + annual bonus for hitting KPIs
  • Career growth: leadership training, GO1 Learning, and clear internal pathways
  • Uniforms provided + discounts, novated leasing, and other perks

Our Commitment to Townsville

We're here to stay. Living Gems is committed to:

  • Long-term local work opportunities
  • Engaging and supporting local trades
  • Creating apprenticeships and career pathways
  • Building high-quality homes that add lasting value to Townsville
  • This isn't just another construction site — it's your chance to join a respected brand with a
    40-year legacy
    and an
    exciting future
    .

Ready to lead from the ground up?

Apply now to be part of something exciting in Harris Crossing, Townsville.

It's not just another construction job — it's a career with stability, growth, and purpose. Send your resume and cover letter to Nicola and help us build communities that make a difference

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