Burke & Wills Projects | Brisbane based role

About Burke & Wills Projects

Burke & Wills Projects is an Australian owned commercial construction, fitout and maintenance company delivering projects across childcare, aged care, education, healthcare, retail, hospitality, corporate workplaces and industrial sectors.

Our point of difference is simple.

We combine experienced project delivery, in-house manufacturing capability, strong subcontractor relationships and practical decision-making to consistently deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients.

This opportunity is suited to someone who sets high standards, enjoys taking ownership and wants to work in a business where performance is recognised, decisions are made quickly and bureaucracy doesn't slow you down.

If you're ambitious, commercially astute and thrive on delivering outstanding results, we'd like to speak with you.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Directors, you'll have genuine ownership of your projects from tendering to award through to final handover.

You'll be empowered to make decisions, build lasting client relationships and deliver projects that exceed expectations.

This role offers the autonomy, responsibility and support that experienced Project Managers are often looking for but rarely find.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage full lifecycle of projects from estimating through to handover
- Manage multiple live projects simultaneously
- Prepare project take-offs, delivery programmes and work schedules
- Work closely with our in-house manufacturing facility and/or third parties to coordinate production and delivery programs
- Coordinate and manage subcontractors, suppliers, trades and site personnel
- Track and monitor project costs, forecasting, variations and reporting
- Manage all defects, variations and WHS requirements professionally and efficiently
- Conduct site measures and regular site visits throughout project lifecycle
- Ensure projects meet time, budget and quality expectations
- Produce weekly project updates for management and stakeholders




- Effectively manage all stakeholders’ clients, suppliers, trades and consultants
- Identify risks early and implement proactive solutions

Health, Safety & Compliance

- Ensure full compliance with WHS obligations and Australian Building Standards
- Promote safe work practices and lead by example onsite
- Oversee inductions, SWMS, hazard reporting, and PPE compliance
- Maintain strong documentation and compliance standards

Who We're Looking For

- We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys building projects and leading people.
- You take ownership.
- You solve problems before they become problems.
- You communicate exceptionally well.
- You build trust with clients.
- You understand the commercial side of construction—not just the technical side.
- Most importantly, you care about delivering projects that people are proud of.
- Demonstrated experience in commercial fitouts and Project Management
- Robust commercial and financial management capability.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple live projects simultaneously
- Experience leading subcontractors and project teams.
- Outstanding planning and organisational skills.
- Strong understanding of Australian construction practices and WHS requirements.
- Current Australian Driver's Licence.

Highly Regarded

- Joinery or shopfitting experience.
- Construction Management qualification or trade background.
- Ability to build long-term client relationships that generate repeat business.

Why Join Burke & Wills Projects?

- High-profile commercial projects.
- Genuine autonomy with direct access to decision makers.
- A collaborative, high-performing team.
- Fast decision-making without unnecessary bureaucracy.
- Long-term career growth within a growing national business.
- A culture built on accountability, integrity and delivering excellence.
- The opportunity to help shape the future of our Brisbane operations.

If you're looking for a role where your experience will be valued, your decisions will matter and your career can continue to grow, we'd love to hear from you.

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📌 Project Manager – Commercial Fitouts Specialist (Queensland)
🏢 Burke and Wills Projects
📍 Queensland