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Ready for a move across the Tasman? Relocate to Brisbane with relocation assistance available.

Ashley Cooper Construction is a Queensland commercial builder delivering projects in the hospitality, education and commercial sectors. We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our construction team, reporting to the Construction Manager.

You will be accountable for delivering projects from inception to completion, safely, on time, on budget and to a high standard of quality. You will lead your project team, manage client relationships and oversee the commercial, safety and quality outcomes of each project.


What you will do

  • Manage all phases of your projects, from preconstruction through to post-construction closeout

  • Work with Estimating, and Construction teams on tender programs, methodologies and buildability reviews

  • Manage project programs and monitor progress to meet milestones

  • Lead coordination meetings and resolve issues early

  • Prepare and review budgets, forecasts and cost-to-complete reports

  • Oversee procurement and trade packages, and approve subcontractor scopes, variations and claims

  • Administer head contract and subcontract agreements, and manage client claims and progress payments

  • Ensure compliance with WHS legislation and environmental requirements, including regular site inspections

  • Lead, mentor and coach your project team, including onboarding new team members

  • Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors

  • Keep the Construction Manager updated on program, cost and safety


About you

  • 8 years’ experience in a Commercial Construction Project Manager role delivering projects up to $30m

  • At least 3 years delivering projects in the hospitality or education sector

  • Bachelor of Construction Management or similar

  • White Card (Aus equivalent of Site Safety Card - must be gained before employment starts) and open driver’s license

  • Knowledge of OH&S and environmental legislation, DA conditions and council requirements

  • Strong communication and documentation skills

  • Ability to lead a team and mentor junior staff

  • Trade certificate or Site Supervisor/Builder’s Licence (desirable)

  • Right to live and work in Australia (NZ citizens welcome)


What we offer

  • Salary up to $180,000 plus superannuation

  • Relocation assistance (terms based on tenure)

  • Involvement in your projects from preconstruction through to closeout

  • Hospitality, education and commercial projects across Southeast Queensland

  • Mentoring and career development support

  • A team culture built on safety, accountability and collaboration

  • Regular team and community functions


Join our team, as a number of other Kiwis have done, and contribute to the success of our projects!


How to apply
Click Apply and attach your resume.

For a confidential conversation, contact Mollie Donald on +61 419 752 578

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