Akura Brisbane City, Queensland, Australia
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Akura is a leading construction and property development company providing industrial property solutions to owner-occupiers, developers, and investors.
Operating for over 45 years, we've built our reputation on quality, on-time delivery, and innovative design.
We are a family-owned company with a progressive values-based culture, a healthy pipeline of work and big plans for future growth.
Our unique product offering supports our clients across the full construction cycle, from architectural and structural design, in-house manufacturing of structural steel and precast concrete panels, through to on-site teams and project management.
The result?
Industrial Specialists.
About the Role and QLD Opportunity
Akura is expanding into Queensland.
We have new and existing clientele who will provide us with a growing pipeline of work in Brisbane, Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast.
Akura is looking for the right person to grow with this role, starting off as a Senior Project Manager to bring their local experience to the table.
Located in our new office in Brisbane City, there is exciting potential for the right person to become our QLD Project Director and build a small team around them.
Beyond projects, you will do a small amount of business development and liaise with our Sales team as the "on the ground" Akura person.
This role suits the right candidate who is looking for career growth in an established business, with strong head office support, reporting to the Senior Leadership Team, Head of Design and Construction.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in tender and pricing strategies for the QLD market
Meet with key trades and suppliers to help determine suitable rates and preferred subcontractors
Outline project scope, allocate resources efficiently, and set achievable deadlines across several projects
Create comprehensive project plans and track progress
Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients, stakeholders, and teams to provide timely updates
Lead and manage teams to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with specifications and quality standards
Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to prevent disruptions
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and enforce adherence to all safety protocols
Generate regular progress reports for both internal and external stakeholders
About You
You will be an experienced Senior Project Manager with a strong background in overseeing large-scale industrial and commercial construction projects.
You will have a proven track record of meeting deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
This role requires strong leadership skills, including the ability to inspire and guide teams, make strategic decisions, and foster a collaborative environment to drive project success.
You can demonstrate:
Strong knowledge of construction contracts, QLD regulatory requirements, and project management processes – particularly across the industrial sector
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
Attention to detail and a proactive, problem-solving mindset
Proficiency in Procore and MS Office Suite are desirable
What We Offer You
An exciting opportunity in a growing, market-leading business
Opportunity to grow your career to a Project Director – we invest in our people
A supportive and collaborative team environment
Competitive salary | Base + Super + Vehicle Allowance + Phone Allowance
Inclusion in the Akura Bonus Scheme
Interested?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Akura team.
Alignment with our core values is key so if you've got the right skills and you're reliable, a team player with a can-do attitude, driven to deliver quality outputs and willing to innovate/challenge the status quo, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now to start your Akura journey.
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