Construction Project Manager

KELKANE GROUP PTY LTD

Airport West VIC | Permanent full-time
$125,000 to $130,000 per year plus superannuation
Construction | Project Management

Job summary

Lead building project delivery in Melbourne, managing programmes, budgets, site teams, procurement and subcontractors from planning to handover.

Key highlights

· $125,000 to $130,000 plus superannuation

· Manage projects from planning and tendering through to completion

· Work directly with the Director and an established site and procurement team

About us

KELKANE GROUP PTY LTD is a Melbourne construction business with an in-house team covering site management, procurement, carpentry, concreting and administration. We are seeking a Construction Project Manager to coordinate building projects and support effective delivery across our site teams, suppliers and subcontractors.

About the role

Reporting to the Director, you will manage construction projects from planning and tendering through to completion and handover. Working with the Site Manager, Procurement Manager and trade teams, you will take responsibility for project programmes, budgets, resources, quality, safety and contractual requirements.

Key responsibilities

· Plan, organise, direct and coordinate building projects from initial planning and tendering through to completion and handover.

· Review drawings, specifications and contracts; establish project scope, construction methods, work sequencing, programmes, budgets and milestones.

· Coordinate carpentry, concrete works and other construction activities; allocate labour, subcontractors, materials, plant and equipment to meet project programmes.





· Work with the Site Manager, Procurement Manager and trade team leaders, and liaise with clients, architects, engineers, consultants and relevant authorities.

· Prepare and evaluate tenders, quotations and contract bids; coordinate procurement with the Procurement Manager and negotiate subcontractor and supplier arrangements within delegated authority.

· Monitor progress, expenditure, variations, extensions of time and contractor performance; resolve delays, cost overruns and delivery risks.

· Oversee construction quality and compliance with approved plans, contractual requirements, building legislation, Australian Standards and workplace safety obligations.

· Coordinate approvals, inspections, certifications, defect rectification, practical completion and handover.

· Lead project meetings and provide the Director and clients with progress, cost and risk reports, escalating major commercial and delivery decisions as required.

About you

· A bachelor degree or higher in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building, or a related discipline. At least five years of directly relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification.

· At least five years of relevant construction project management experience,



including responsibility for building project programmes, budgets, site teams, subcontractors and resources.

· Demonstrated experience managing building projects through to completion and coordinating site supervisors, trade teams, suppliers and subcontractors.

· Sound knowledge of construction methods, procurement, cost control, contracts, variations and project risk management.

· Working knowledge of the National Construction Code, relevant Australian Standards, Victorian building requirements and workplace safety obligations.

· Strong leadership, communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing project priorities.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction project management or scheduling software.

· The ability to travel independently between project sites.

What we offer

· A permanent, full-time position paying $125,000 to $130,000 per annum plus superannuation.

· The opportunity to take responsibility for building project delivery and work closely with the Director.

· A practical working setting supported by site management, procurement, carpentry, concreting and administration personnel.

Apply now

Click Apply and submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications, relevant experience and examples of construction projects you have managed.

KELKANE GROUP PTY LTD welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates. Applications will be assessed on relevant qualifications, experience and ability to perform the role.

Pay: $125,000.00 – $130,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Construction Project Manager (Airport West)
🏢 KELKANE GROUP
📍 Airport West