Project Manager - Construction

Do you have experience in commercial fit-outs? Is your strength managing and supporting key stakeholders through the life cycle of the project? We specialise in a range of bespoke fit-out solutions to commercial properties and are looking for a Project Manager to join our delivery team that can help drive and lead our already successful team even further.

Responsibilities:

• Managing and supporting key stakeholders through the lifecycle of the project
• Lead and coordinate the estimating proposal from scope identification to final costing and submittal of proposal
• Thoroughly review plans, drawings and specifications and develop deep understanding of all materials, labor and time required to complete the project.
• Collaborate with project team in planning phases prior to project initiation
• Review drawings and provide comments to highlight potential constructability issues; value engineering opportunities; and accurate scope of work. Spearhead any corrections/changes needed.
• Budget and net profit targets met
• Effective cash flow management i.e. negotiation of payment terms
• Conduct comprehensive subcontractor bid process to ensure all subs are bidding on the same scope of work, project details, logistics, time schedules, etc.
• Ensure project schedules are robust enough for estimating and purchasing to occur
• Produce complete and progressive project budgets throughout the client acquisition process and as projects are initiated.
• Present proposals and progressive budgeting to clients based on their needs and their presentation preferences.
• Ensure project profitability, client satisfaction and quality subcontractors on each job
• Build and nurture subcontractor relationships which put our client first

Your experience:

• Demonstrated understanding of preconstruction and delivery methodologies
• Commercial fit-out Design and Build understanding
• Client-focused mentality
• 4+ years of construction experience
• Extensive experience in construction estimating, ideally with a commercial focus
• In depth knowledge and understanding of local market and subcontractors
• Vast knowledge of all trades needed and strong ability to identify scope, timeframes needed, execution, potential exposures, etc. of each trade
• Ability to scope and analyse bids from all trades
• Experience managing and coordinating subcontractor trades
• Knowledgeable of building codes, and health & safety standards
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Project and Construction Project Management software, preferably Vista
• Construction planning, estimating, budgeting and forecasting
• Commercial awareness

What do we offer?

You’ll gain exposure to the design and construction industry in an agile and collaborative global firm. This is a great opportunity to work within a friendly, design-oriented, and creative culture while growing your career.