General Manager

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Fetch Recruitment Full time

General Manager – Civil Construction $150,000–$220,000 + Super + Car

Newly Created Leadership Role | Future Group Oversight | Work Closely With the Director

An exciting opportunity has emerged for a dynamic General Manager to join a growing civil construction business in a newly created, high-impact role. This is the ideal position for a strategic leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, understands civil operations deeply, and is ready to take ownership of business performance while partnering directly with the Director.

As the business continues to scale, this role will evolve to include oversight across a wider group of companies—making it a perfect fit for someone seeking long-term growth, influence, and the chance to shape the future direction of multiple operations.

The Role As General Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day performance and strategic leadership of the business. You will work closely with the Director to ensure strong operational efficiency, solid financial performance, and a healthy pipeline of work. This role carries full responsibility across people, projects, commercial outcomes and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the operational and commercial performance of the business
  • Drive business growth through strong pipeline management, workflow planning and client engagement
  • Oversee P&L, budgeting, cashflow, forecasting and strategic planning
  • Implement systems, processes and efficiencies to support scalability
  • Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing team across operations and delivery
  • Support the Director in key business decisions and strategic initiatives
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, suppliers and stakeholders
  • Monitor project performance, delivery standards and compliance
  • Guide the business through expansion as responsibilities progress into group-level oversight

About You

  • Proven experience as a General Manager, Operations Manager or Senior Leader within civil construction
  • Strong understanding of workflow management, tendering, project delivery and commercial controls
  • Demonstrated ability to manage P&L, budgets, cashflow and strategic planning
  • Exceptional leadership skills with a people-first approach
  • Strong communicator who can influence, negotiate and build long-term relationships
  • Process-driven, solutions-focused and committed to continuous improvement
  • Ambitious, future-focused and eager to step into an expanding group leadership structure

Why This Opportunity?

  • Newly created role with genuine autonomy and influence
  • Work directly alongside an experienced Director
  • Join a business on a strong growth trajectory
  • Long-term opportunity to oversee multiple businesses within a group structure
  • Attractive salary: $150,000–$220,000 + Super + Car

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