Fortem Projects builds architecturally designed renovations, heritage restorations and bespoke recent homes across Melbourne's inner suburbs. We're not a volume builder — we take on a small number of complex, high-end projects and deliver them properly.
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We're looking for an experienced Site Manager to run these jobs (2M–8M+) from ground to handover. It's a site-based role with real ownership: you lead the trades, drive the program, protect quality, and keep the site running to a standard that reflects the calibre of the work.
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Why this role is different
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You'll work directly with the directors. Chris and Stu stay hands‐on across every project — you're not buried under three layers of management, and decisions get made quickly.
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The work is genuinely interesting. Period homes, basements, structural work, high‐end joinery and finishes. The detailed end of residential, not repetitive product.
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You run your site. Lean team, real autonomy, and the backing to do the job well rather than being flogged across half a dozen jobs at once.
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Quality over quantity. We'd rather do fewer projects to an exceptional standard than chase volume.
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What you'll be responsible for
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Managing all on-site construction activities in line with contract documentation
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Leading trades with clarity, structure and high standards
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Running efficient, professional site meetings with architects and consultants
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Maintaining strict adherence to variation approval processes
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Managing quality control and defect prevention
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Monitoring program and productivity, and driving momentum onsite
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Protecting site safety and compliance
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Managing material procurement and site logistics
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Maintaining site presentation and cleanliness to a standard that reflects the calibre of the work
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Keeping accurate site documentation through Procore and our internal systems
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Contributing to a respectful, high‐performance site culture
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What we're looking for
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5+ years delivering high‐end residential projects
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Carpentry trade background essential
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Strong experience working under architect‐administered contracts
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Exceptional attention to detail and finish quality
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Deep understanding of the NCC and Australian Standards
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Commercial awareness and cost‐conscious decision making
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Comfortable using construction management software (Procore preferred)
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A calm, solutions‐focused communicator who takes ownership and leads from the front
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Current White Card and driver's licence
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Full Australian working rights (citizenship or permanent residency)
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About Fortem
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We deliver complex, architect‐administered projects where attention to detail and clear communication are non‐negotiable — work that demands strong coordination, disciplined documentation and commercial awareness.
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We're building a structured, systems‐driven business around four things we genuinely live by: craftsmanship, collaboration, clear communication and accountability.
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📌 Site Manager (Victoria)
🏢 Fortem Projects
📍 Victoria
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