Senior Site Manager

7 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Total Construction Full time

Total Construction is a multi-award-winning construction company that is also officially recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2021, 2022, 2024 & 2025 by our employees.

Celebrating 30 years strong, our team members have taken great pride in and are driven by the company purpose of making a positive difference in people's lives through excellence in construction and our values of Accountability, Respect, Integrity, Mentorship, Collaboration, and Ingenuity stand behind everything we do.

Always with a safety-first culture, Total Construction specialises in the design and construction of projects throughout Australia and is an innovative construction company that works to provide quality project solutions across the aged care and health as well as commercial and industrial sectors.

Working at Total Construction you will be working with a company that consistently looks for opportunities to make Total Construction an even greater place to work for all and a place where you can enjoy your work day and have fun with your best friends at work.

Some of your responsibilities will include:

  • Oversee the implementation of all site safety and ensure all procedures are monitored according to the Project Safety Management Plan
  • Monitor progress of works against the current construction program and ensure all trades are coordinating with each other
  • Manage and coach staff effectively, leading the team in achieving project and personal goals
  • Oversee, coach and mentor the works of the Site Supervision team
  • Schedule and coordinate other site staff (e.g., admin) with priority issues / tasks being identified and actioned
  • Oversee the quality of trade works to ensure the required standard is achieved in all cases
  • Issue site instructions and other correspondence as required to trade contractors and consultants
  • Liaise with the Client and ensure a long-standing relationship is maintained
  • Report to senior management on a regular basis and advise of any current or potential issues
  • Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones;
  • Establish a cohesive project team with defined responsibilities far assigned projects;
  • Mentor staff as required to effectively carry out their assigned tasks

To be considered

  • Trade or tertiary qualification in Building, Construction or Engineering
  • Current Senior First Aid
  • Minimum 5-7 years' experience in a similar role
  • High level ability to read and interpret drawings
  • Well-developed planning skills including industry knowledge regarding lead times for delivery and trade works
  • Strong leadership and management skills and the ability to motivate and develop teams and individuals
  • Knowledge of the work of construction trades and ability to assess quality of workmanship

Total Construction is a Great Place to Work

Our Company Values:

Respect | Integrity | Accountability | Collaboration | Mentorship | Ingenuity

Our People Are Rewarded By:

The option to Purchase Additional Annual Leave | Regular Formal Training and Mentorship | Career Progression Opportunities | Flexible Work Arrangements | Working in a Professional Culture | Well-being Programs | Regular Reward & Recognition.

We look forward to hearing from you. Please submit your cover letter and resume to or click the Apply button

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