Beresfield, Newcastle NSW | $95–$105 per hour + Super | Temp-to-Perm Opportunity
- $95–$105 per hour + super
with genuine permanent career prospects
- Lead a diverse portfolio of 30+ commercial projects valued up to $1.2 million
- Predominantly office-based leadership role with an established, supportive team
Our client designs and supplies innovative commercial washroom solutions for major developments across Australia, including airports, commercial towers, retail environments and infrastructure projects.
With approximately 30 projects currently underway, the business is seeking a commercially focused professional to oversee project delivery, lead internal teams and ensure projects are completed efficiently, profitably and to a high standard.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Project Manager, Project Delivery Manager or commercially minded Operations Manager looking to take ownership of a diverse project portfolio.
A traditional construction background is not essential. We welcome applications from professionals with relevant experience across manufacturing, engineering, commercial products, fit-out and supply-and-install environments.
About the role Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will oversee the commercial and operational delivery of multiple concurrent projects.
Projects typically range in value from $40,000 to $450,000, with larger projects reaching approximately $1.2 million.
You will manage the full project lifecycle, from contract award through manufacturing, dispatch, installation, practical completion and financial close-out.
With established production, procurement, project administration and site teams already in place, your focus will be on commercial management, operational coordination and ensuring projects remain on schedule and within budget.
Key responsibilities include:
- Oversee the end-to-end delivery of multiple concurrent commercial projects.
- Manage project schedules, budgets, milestones, risks and deliverables.
- Lead and coordinate internal Project Management, Procurement, Administration, Site Management and After Sales functions.
- Coordinate manufacturing, workshop, dispatch and installation activities to meet project timelines.
- Manage relationships with clients, head contractors, installation subcontractors and suppliers.
- Review project contracts and administer variations, progress claims, payment schedules and retentions.
- Monitor project costs, margins and commercial performance, ensuring effective financial close-out.
- Review drawings, specifications and technical documentation to support accurate project delivery.
- Resolve delivery challenges and implement practical, commercially sound solutions.
- Ensure appropriate WHS, quality and subcontractor compliance requirements are maintained.
- Maintain accurate project reporting and improve operational systems, workflows and processes.
- Provide regular project performance updates to senior management.
To be successful, you will have:
- Demonstrated experience in project management, project delivery or operational management.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong commercial acumen, including budgeting, cost control and financial reporting.
- Experience coordinating internal teams, external suppliers and subcontractors.
- Excellent organisational, planning and problem-solving capabilities.
- Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to interpret project drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
- Confidence working with project management systems, spreadsheets and reporting tools.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach and strong attention to detail.
- Current General Construction Induction (White Card) – mandatory.
- Current driver's licence – mandatory.
- Experience in commercial construction, fit-out, manufacturing, engineering or supply-and-install projects.
- Familiarity with Australian Standard construction contracts, including AS 4000 and AS 4901.
- Experience managing variations, progress claims, retentions and security of payment requirements.
- Qualifications in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
- Experience implementing process improvements, reporting systems or workflow automation.
- $95–$105 per hour + superannuation, depending on experience.
- Immediate start with a genuine temporary-to-permanent opportunity.
- Potential permanent salary circa $170,000, depending on experience.
- Company vehicle included as part of the permanent employment offering.
- Predominantly office-based position in Beresfield, with occasional site visits.
- Established internal teams and operational systems to support project delivery.
- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of commercial projects across Australia.
- Supportive leadership and a positive workplace culture.
- Opportunity to contribute directly to business performance and operational improvements.
- Long-term career prospects within an established and growing business.
Whether your background is in commercial construction, manufacturing, engineering or another project-driven environment, we're interested in hearing from professionals who can demonstrate strong commercial judgement, leadership and project delivery capability.
Apply now, or for a confidential discussion, contact:
Mark Seery
Chandler Macleod – Newcastle
0437 356 484
Mark.Seery@chandlermacleod.com
