Construction Director / Licensed Builder (Residential Development Construction) Job Overview We are seeking a highly capable and commercially minded Construction Director / Licensed Builder to lead the delivery of residential construction projects across NSW, with a strong focus on medium-density and volume residential developments including detached homes, duplexes, and townhouses.
This is a senior leadership role suited to an experienced construction professional who combines strong technical capability with operational leadership, commercial acumen, and a hands-on approach to project delivery.
The successful candidate will have extensive on-site construction experience, strong people management skills, and the ability to drive projects from pre-construction through to completion while maintaining programme, quality, and financial performance.
We are looking for someone who is not only technically competent, but also intelligent, solutions-driven, highly accountable, and capable of helping scale a growing vertically integrated development and construction business.
The role would suit an individual with a builder's mentality and an ownership mindset — someone who understands both the operational realities of construction delivery and the commercial pressures of residential development.
Key Responsibilities Project Construction Leadership Lead and oversee all phases of residential construction projects from planning and procurement through to completion and handover.
Manage multiple concurrent projects including detached housing, duplexes, and townhouse developments.
Drive programme delivery while maintaining strict control over quality, cost, safety, and construction methodology.
Ensure projects are delivered efficiently, practically, and in accordance with approved budgets and timelines.
Team Contractor Management Lead, coordinate, and mentor site teams, supervisors, subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers.
Build and maintain a reliable network of subcontractors and trades across multiple regions.
Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability, quality, and problem-solving.
Assist in developing internal systems, construction processes, and operational standards as the business scales.




Commercial Financial Oversight Prepare, review, and manage construction budgets, procurement strategies, and cost control processes.
Identify and mitigate commercial and operational risks across projects.
Work closely with directors and project teams to improve construction efficiencies and delivery outcomes.
Contribute to value engineering and buildability assessments during design development.
Programme Delivery Management Develop and manage detailed construction programmes and sequencing strategies.
Proactively manage delays, supply chain issues, weather impacts, and construction challenges.
Maintain strong oversight of site productivity and subcontractor performance.
Quality, Compliance Risk Management Ensure all projects comply with NCC requirements, Australian Standards, WHS regulations, and company QA procedures.
Maintain high standards of workmanship, presentation, and site management.
Oversee inspections, certifications, approvals, and compliance documentation.
Identify construction and delivery risks early and implement practical solutions.
Stakeholder Management Act as a key point of contact for consultants, certifiers, engineers, architects, councils, and authorities.
Provide clear reporting and communication to directors and senior management.
Maintain strong professional relationships with external stakeholders and project partners.
Qualifications Experience Minimum 10+ years of residential construction experience with significant hands-on site exposure.
Current NSW Class 1 Builder Licence (mandatory).
Class 2 Builder Licence highly regarded.
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Civil Engineering, Building, or a related discipline (mandatory).
Proven experience delivering residential volume builds, townhouse developments, subdivisions,



or multi-unit projects.
Strong understanding of residential construction methodologies, sequencing, and site operations.
Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects, teams, and subcontractors simultaneously.
Solid commercial understanding including budgeting, procurement, cost control, and programme management.
Proficiency in construction and project management software platforms.
Skills Personal Attributes Robust leadership presence with the ability to command respect both on-site and in the boardroom.
Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
Commercially astute and capable of making sound operational decisions under pressure.
Intelligent, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset.
Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to operate autonomously and take ownership of outcomes.
Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced construction environment.
Hands-on approach with a willingness to be actively involved in site delivery when required.
High level of professionalism, accountability, and integrity.
Preferred Background We are open to candidates coming from: Established residential builders or developers delivering medium-density projects; or Smaller operations where the candidate has demonstrated exceptional capability, leadership, and ambition to grow into a larger role.
Experience working within a vertically integrated development and construction business will be highly regarded.
Working Conditions Primarily in the office.
Travel between project sites required.
Exposure to active construction environments and varying weather conditions.
Occasional after-hours or weekend involvement may be required to meet project deadlines and operational demands.
Benefits Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience and capability.
Long-term career growth opportunity within a rapidly growing residential development and construction group.
Opportunity to play a key leadership role in scaling a vertically integrated construction business.
High level of autonomy and involvement in strategic operational decision-making.

📌 Construction Director (Sydney)
🏢 DIRECTOR, CONSTRUCTION
📍 Sydney