CareerPlan

Construction Manager

Canberra, Australian Capital TerritoryFull-time2026-10-28 → 2026-11-11

Core

Providing leadership and strategic oversight across multiple large-scale construction projects, mentoring Project Managers, and driving commercial and operational excellence.

Role type

Senior Construction Manager (Strategic Oversight & Leadership)

Builds

Commercial, industrial, education, health, government, and mixed-use construction projects

Domain

Construction Management

Required skills

Strategic project oversight, team leadership and mentoring, commercial acumen, risk management, stakeholder management, contract administration, financial management, procurement, design management, construction management software proficiency

Preferred skills

Experience with CHEOPS and Aconex, collaborative leadership style, passion for mentoring

Technologies

CHEOPS, Aconex

Responsibilities

Providing leadership and strategic oversight across multiple projects and project teams; Supporting and mentoring Project Managers to drive successful commercial, operational, and client outcomes; Driving performance across safety, quality, programme, commercial, and stakeholder objectives; Identifying and managing project risks, opportunities, and key delivery challenges; Providing guidance and support across procurement, design management, contract administration, financial management, and project delivery; Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and industry stakeholders; Reviewing project performance, budgets, forecasts, and reporting to ensure projects remain on track and aligned with business objectives; Contributing to work-winning activities, tenders, business development initiatives, and continuous improvement across the business.