Shaping Spaces. Shaping Careers.
SHAPE Newcastle is a locally led team with deep Hunter Region roots. Backed by the strength and stability of a national construction services business, we deliver fitout, refurbishment, new build, façade restoration and modular projects across defence, education, commercial, healthcare and aged care.
You'll play a key role in
As a Site Manager, you'll lead safe, high-quality and programme-driven site delivery across our Newcastle new build projects. Our next project is a $35M new build project starting up in Cardiff soon. From mobilisation through to handover, you'll coordinate trades, manage critical activities and create the conditions for exceptional project outcomes.
Key responsibilities:
Supporting the Senior Site Manager with day-to-day site operations, including establishment, logistics, access, deliveries and trade coordination
Implement site safety systems, inductions, risk controls, inspections and site rules
Drive weekly and two-week look-ahead programmes with project teams and subcontractors
Monitor progress against programme, identify risks early and lead practical recovery actions
Coordinate works to approved drawings, specifications, quality standards and SHAPE systems
Manage buildability, inspections, defects, rectification and protection of completed works
What you'll bring:
You are a trade-qualified construction leader who brings energy, accountability and sound site judgement. You build strong relationships while confidently holding delivery partners to high standards of safety, quality and programme performance.




Five or more years' commercial construction experience on new build projects valued at $10 million or more
Proven experience managing civil works, piling, structures, façades, internal works, commissioning and handover
Current White Card, Senior First Aid, driver's licence and a building trade or construction management qualification
Robust knowledge of construction documentation, site logistics, trade coordination and industrial relations
Confidence using Procore and Microsoft Office to maintain site records and reporting
A collaborative, respectful leadership style that brings out the best in people and project teams.
A proactive approach to solving problems, maintaining momentum and delivering quality outcomes.
Why SHAPE is a great place to work:
We have the ambitious vision to be 'the place where everyone wants to work'. That's why at SHAPE you'll enjoy:
A diverse and inclusive culture, recognised by Human Synergistics and Australian Financial Review
5 additional paid leave days every year
Personalised career development to fast-track your growth with regular check-ins
An 'Individual Flexibility Plan' to match your work/life needs
Competitive salary and profit-share potential (up to 15% of your salary)
Health and wellbeing benefits, including mental health support, fitness activities, annual flu vaccinations, and discounted health insurance
Personalised parental leave benefits for your growing family
Regular social events to connect with your colleagues, subcontractors and clients
Note to agencies:
We have preferred recruitment partners in place and therefore are unable to accept speculative enquiries
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📌 Site Manager - Newcastle
🏢 SHAPE Australia
📍 Newcastle