Job Description

Davies Ross Consulting Pty Ltd – Sydney CBD NSW

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Project Manager – Design & Development | Sydney

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Job Summary

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Join an established independent Project Management consultancy in a design-focused role across Build to Rent and commercial fit-out projects. Working closely with a Senior Development Manager, you'll have exposure across design, product, cost and delivery, with flexibility for either a full-time or 3–4 day working arrangement.

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About the Business

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Our client is an established independent Project Management and property advisory consultancy with an excellent reputation across the Australian property market.

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They work across residential, commercial, hospitality, retail, education and mixed-use developments, supporting clients throughout design, procurement and construction.

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They're a hands-on, highly client-focused business that values people who are proactive, organised and take genuine ownership of their work. Culture and personality fit are equally important, with a professional but down-to-earth team workplace.

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The Opportunity

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They're looking for a Project Manager to work closely with a Senior Development Manager across a portfolio of Build to Rent and commercial projects.

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This is a particularly design-focused PM position. You'll support projects across design development, product decisions, cost management, leasing considerations and construction delivery.

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You'll need a good eye for design while understanding how those decisions affect buildability, cost and the overall commercial outcome.

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The role could suit someone from a Project Management, Design Management, architecture/interiors or design-led construction background who has developed strong commercial and delivery knowledge.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Coordinate architects,



designers and specialist consultants
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- Drive design development and consultant deliverables
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- Review designs considering quality, functionality, buildability and cost
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- Support product development and leasing strategy
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- Manage programmes, actions, budgets and project reporting
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- Support procurement and contractor engagement
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- Coordinate consultants, contractors and project stakeholders
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- Identify risks and drive actions through to completion
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- Support projects through design and construction delivery
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About You

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You'll ideally have:

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- Previous Project Management, Development Management or Design Management experience
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- Strong design coordination capability and a genuine eye for detail
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- Residential, BTR, commercial or hospitality experience advantageous
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- Good understanding of construction methodology and project delivery
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- Strong commercial and cost awareness
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- Excellent organisation and attention to detail
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- Confident stakeholder and consultant management skills
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- Proactive, professional and solutions-focused approach
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The client is open-minded on background. Someone coming from architecture, design management or a design-led builder could be equally relevant if they have strong project delivery and commercial awareness.

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What's in it for you?

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- Work directly alongside an experienced Senior Development Manager
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- Exposure across design, product, cost and delivery
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- Interesting BTR and commercial project portfolio
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- Established and well-regarded independent consultancy
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- Full-time or 3–4 days per week
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- Initial 12-month contract with potential to go permanent
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- Immediate start available
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If you're looking for a design-led Project Management role offering interesting projects, genuine responsibility and flexibility, we'd be keen to hear from you.

📌 Project Manager - Consultancy (New South Wales)
🏢 Davies Ross Consulting
📍 New South Wales