Job Description
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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.
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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.
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Supporting the Senior Site Manager with day-to-day site operations, including establishment, logistics, access, deliveries and trade coordination
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Implement site safety systems, inductions, risk controls, inspections and site rules
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Drive weekly and two-week look-ahead programmes with project teams and subcontractors
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Monitor progress against programme, identify risks early and lead practical recovery actions
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Coordinate works to approved drawings, specifications, quality standards and SHAPE systems
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Manage buildability, inspections, defects, rectification and protection of completed works
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Shaping Spaces. Shaping Careers.
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Five or more years' commercial construction experience on new build projects valued at $10 million or more
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Proven experience managing civil works, piling, structures, façades, internal works, commissioning and handover
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Current White Card, Senior First Aid, driver's licence and a building trade or construction management qualification
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Strong knowledge of construction documentation, site logistics, trade coordination and industrial relations
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Confidence using Procore and Microsoft Office to maintain site records and reporting
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A collaborative, respectful leadership style that brings out the best in people and project teams.
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A proactive approach to solving problems, maintaining momentum and delivering quality outcomes.
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Why SHAPE is a outstanding place to work: n
We have the ambitious vision to be 'the place where everyone wants to work'. That's why at SHAPE you'll enjoy:
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A diverse and inclusive culture, recognised by Human Synergistics and Australian Financial Review
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5 additional paid leave days every year
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Personalised career development to fast-track your growth with regular check-ins
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An 'Individual Flexibility Plan' to match your work/life needs
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Competitive salary and profit-share potential (up to 15% of your salary)
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Health and wellbeing benefits, including mental health support, fitness activities, annual flu vaccinations, and discounted health insurance
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Personalised parental leave benefits for your growing family
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Regular social events to connect with your colleagues, subcontractors and clients
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📌 Site Manager - Newcastle (New South Wales)
🏢 Shape
📍 New South Wales