Job Description
At Unispace, we design and deliver transformative workplaces for some of the world's leading brands. With a global network of 27 studios, we combine strategy, design, and construction to create high-performing environments that enable people and businesses to thrive.
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Our success is built on strong client partnerships, innovative thinking, and a commitment to our people. We offer flexible and hybrid working, career development opportunities, and a strong focus on wellbeing and inclusion across everything we do.
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Why this role exists
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We are seeking a Senior Project Manager (Preconstruction) to lead commercial interior fit-out projects through the full preconstruction lifecycle – from early client engagement through to contract award and handover to delivery teams.
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You will play a critical role in shaping successful project outcomes by driving accuracy, commercial performance, and buildability from the outset.
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What you'll do
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Lead end-to-end preconstruction activities including estimating, budgeting, and tender submissions
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Review drawings and specifications to develop detailed cost plans and scope understanding
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Identify value engineering opportunities, risks, and constructability issues early in the process
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Coordinate subcontractor tendering to ensure fair, consistent and competitive pricing
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Develop and maintain project budgets through all stages of preconstruction
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Work closely with leadership teams to ensure alignment on commercial outcomes, margins and risk
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Manage cash flow considerations and negotiate favourable payment terms
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Present proposals and cost plans clearly to clients, ensuring transparency and confidence in outcomes
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Build strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants and clients
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Ensure seamless handover of projects into the construction delivery phase
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Contribute insights and lessons learned to support continuous improvement across teams
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How success will be measured
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Accuracy and reliability of cost plans and estimating outputs
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Ability to identify and capture commercial opportunities and risks
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Successful negotiation and subcontractor engagement outcomes
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Timely, clear and professional client communication
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Smooth preconstruction-to-delivery handovers
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Effective management of multiple concurrent projects
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What you'll bring
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Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or similar (preferred)
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Strong background in construction estimating and preconstruction management
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Experience within commercial fit-out or similar construction environments
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Strong understanding of subcontractor markets and trade scope development
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Knowledge of construction methodologies, buildability and sequencing
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Proficiency in Microsoft Project and construction management systems (Vista advantageous)
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Solid commercial acumen and attention to detail
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Understanding of Australian building codes and HSE requirements
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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📌 Senior Pre-Construction Manager (Victoria)
🏢 Important Business
📍 Victoria