Our client is a growing Tier 2 builder with a strong presence across the Melbourne construction market and an expanding pipeline of major projects.
With continued growth across the business, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Project Manager / Project Manager to join the team and take a key role in the delivery of a circa $150M apartment development in Melbourne.
The business offers the systems, structure and project scale associated with a larger contractor, while maintaining a hands-on environment where senior project staff remain closely involved in the day-to-day delivery of their projects.
About the Role
Working closely with the Construction Manager and broader project team, you will take a senior leadership role across the delivery of a major $150M apartment project.
This position will suit an experienced Project Manager or Senior Project Manager who is comfortable operating across all aspects of project delivery and isn't looking to simply manage from a distance.
You will remain hands-on across programme, procurement, design, commercial matters, subcontractor management and client relationships, while providing leadership and direction to the wider project team.
Key responsibilities will include:
Lead the day-to-day delivery of a circa $150M apartment development
Manage programme, procurement, design and construction activities
Work closely with the commercial team across contracts, variations and project financials
Manage subcontractor performance and key trade packages
Drive programme and ensure key project milestones are achieved




Maintain strong relationships with the client, consultants and key stakeholders
Identify and manage project risks throughout delivery
Lead, mentor and support the project delivery team
Work closely with site management to resolve construction and delivery issues
Maintain high standards across quality, safety and project reporting
Job Requirements
To be considered for this opportunity, you will ideally have:
8+ years' experience within the Australian construction industry
Current experience at Project Manager or Senior Project Manager level
Solid Tier 1 or Tier 2 head contractor experience
Experience working on projects of significant scale and complexity
Strong understanding of construction methodology, programme and sequencing
Sound commercial and contractual knowledge
Strong subcontractor and consultant management experience
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
A genuinely hands-on approach to project delivery
Relevant construction, engineering or building qualification preferred
Candidates who have progressed through Project Engineer, Contract Administrator or similar delivery-focused positions before moving into Project Management will be highly regarded.
Senior role with a growing Tier 2 Melbourne builder
Strong and growing project pipeline
Opportunity to have genuine ownership over project delivery
Work within an experienced construction and commercial team
Long-term career progression as the business continues to grow
Competitive salary package aligned with experience
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📌 Senior Project Manager Or Project Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Gough Recruitment
📍 Melbourne