$125,000-$140,000 + vehicle allowance (DOE)

Genuine ownership of your projects, start to finish

Strong, diverse pipeline across WA

Full Job Description The Benefits

$125,000–$140,000 salary, depending on experience

Company vehicle and fuel card OR vehicle allowance (depending on the agreed employment package.)

Company phone and laptop

Flexible, family-oriented working environment

Real career progression as the business keeps growing

Backing from an established ops, PM, site and admin team

Projects that deliver meaningful social outcomes as well as great buildings

The Client Think award-winning, Aboriginal-owned Perth builder with a strong reputation and a full order book. They work across education, health, heritage, policing, commercial and government projects, from metro Perth to regional and remote WA. Due to continued growth, they need an experienced Project Manager who wants to take real ownership and become part of a close-knit, values-driven team.

The Position You’ll run your commercial construction projects from award and mobilisation through to completion and handover, owning the program, the numbers, the subbies, the client relationship and everything in between.

The Key Responsibilities

Take projects from award and mobilisation right through to handover

Build and manage programs, budgets and resources

Keep the financials tight: forecasting, cost control, variations, claims and reporting

Procure subbies, materials and services with a sharp eye on value

Review scopes, drawings, specs and contracts





Be the go-to for clients and key stakeholders throughout the project

Spot issues early and sort them before they become problems

Lead and support Site Managers and Supervisors

Keep safety front and centre, with WHS, SWMS and JSAs followed on site

Get out on site for inspections, quality and compliance checks

Keep documentation, reporting and handover requirements in order

Mentor the team and help drive the business forward

The Criteria Ideally you’ll bring:

Proven experience managing commercial construction projects

Relevant building, construction, project management or trade qualifications

Strong commercial and financial management skills

Hands‑on experience with budgets, procurement, variations and claims

The ability to juggle multiple projects without dropping a ball

Solid knowledge of construction methodology and sequencing

A sound grasp of WHS and safety documentation

Solid contract administration and reporting skills

Confidence dealing with clients, consultants and subbies

Good tech skills across construction/PM software and Microsoft Office

A collaborative, lead‑by-example style

A current Australian driver’s licence and Construction White Card

Experience in government, education, health, refurbishment or fit-out projects is a big plus.

*All applications to Gough Recruitment stay confidential and will not be discussed with anyone outside of Gough Recruitment without your consent. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted*

📌 Project Manager (Perth)
🏢 Gough Recruitment
📍 Perth