Construction Project Leadership
We are seeking an experienced Construction Delivery Manager to lead the execution of our commercial and defense projects. As a seasoned construction professional, you will be responsible for delivering complex multimillion-dollar projects, coaching and mentoring growing delivery teams, and driving consistency and quality across all sites.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the safe and high-quality delivery of commercial and defense projects across the Northern Territory.
* Oversee and mentor a delivery team including project managers, site managers, supervisors, junior project managers, and contract administrators.
* Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
* Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and delivery stakeholders.
* Own health, safety, and environmental (HSE) and quality assurance (QA) performance across all sites.
* Drive consistent use of project management software and systems.
* Visit project sites regularly to support teams and lead through presence.
* Solve delivery issues early, manage resourcing, and make informed decisions under pressure.
* Help develop the capability of a young and eager delivery team.
Preferred Qualifications
* 10+ years in commercial construction with a proven track record in project delivery.
* Strong background in leading multiple teams and projects across commercial and/or defense sectors.
* Experience with remote delivery preferred - logistics, comms, and problem-solving outside metro areas.
* Familiar with design and construct (D&C) and Australian standard (AS) contracts.
* Experience driving adoption of project delivery software.
Essential Skills
* Exceptional people leadership skills - can motivate, mentor, and set clear expectations.
* Systems thinking approach - cares about consistency and building repeatable processes.
* Highly accountable - owns outcomes and brings a solutions mindset.
* Collaborative communication skills - clear, grounded, and easy to work with.
* Site expertise - understands how jobs really run.
* Procore proficiency - knows the value of visibility and using data to stay in control.