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Project manager - residential construction

Permanent
Frontline Construction Australia
Construction
USD 130,000 - USD 160,000 a year
Posted: 16 February
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About the Role Join a growing residential builder in Sydney's South-West delivering a high volume of housing and granny flat developments across a strong and consistent project pipeline. This opportunity suits an experienced Residential Project Manager who thrives in fast-paced environments and is ready to take real ownership of delivery, systems, and performance across multiple concurrent builds. You'll play a pivotal leadership role overseeing end-to-end construction delivery from post-contract through to handover and warranty, ensuring programmes, budgets, procurement, compliance, and reporting remain tightly controlled across the portfolio. Working primarily from the Ingleburn office (7am-5pm) with vehicle-supported site visits for quality and progress oversight, this is a genuine career move offering long-term stability, operational influence, and the ability to help shape how a scaling residential builder delivers projects into the future. Tasks & Responsibilities * Manage residential construction projects from contract acceptance through to completion, defects, and handover * Oversee delivery across 10-15 concurrent builds, maintaining programme, cost, quality, and risk control * Convert estimates into executable construction programmes and track performance weekly * Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, and long-lead materials * Maintain strict budget control, variation governance, and margin protection * Produce clear weekly and monthly reporting for senior leadership * Enforce WHS, compliance, and company quality standards across all projects * Manage defects, remediation timeframes, and warranty close-out * Utilise Buildxact and associated systems to maintain accurate real-time project data and reporting * Identify efficiency improvements, risks, and process enhancements to support scalable growth Skills & Experience * Proven experience delivering residential construction projects end-to-end * Background managing multiple concurrent housing, granny flat, or townhouse builds * Strong capability in budget control, procurement, variations, and subcontractor coordination * Solid working knowledge of Buildxact or similar construction management systems * Deep understanding of NCC, WHS, and residential compliance requirements * Confident leadership style with the ability to manage trades, suppliers, and stakeholders * Strong reporting, organisation, and communication skills in fast-paced delivery environments * Valid driver's licence and availability for office-based work with site travel as required Benefits & Perks * Competitive salary package circa $130K Super aligned to experience * Key operational leadership role with genuine influence over delivery and systems * Stable office-based position with structured support and clear authority * Strong pipeline of residential projects including high-volume granny flat developments * Opportunity to grow with a scaling builder (~$15M turnover, established team) * Long-term, full-time permanent role within a supportive and professional environment About the Company Our client is an established residential builder based in Sydney's South-West, delivering a mix of housing, granny flats, and multi-dwelling projects with a focus on quality workmanship, reliable delivery, and strong operational systems. With consistent demand and a clear growth trajectory, the business is entering a new phase of structured expansion and is seeking a Project Manager who can bring visibility, control, and leadership across construction delivery. About Us - Frontline Construction, Trades & Services Frontline Construction provides permanent recruitment solutions across Construction, Trades and Services, supporting businesses with high-quality talent across both site and office-based roles. Established in 1995, Frontline Recruitment Group operates across specialist industry divisions led by experienced consultants who truly understand their markets. Apply now by clicking the apply button below, or for a confidential discussion, reach out to Bron Doohan at BDoohan@frontlineconstruction.com.au. Explore more opportunities and find your next role on our website: www.frontlinerecruitmentgroup.com/construction. Let's build something great together!

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