State Manager

An exceptional leadership opportunity is available for an experienced construction professional to step into a State Manager role within a well-established, high-performing national contractor. Known for delivering large-scale commercial hydraulic projects, this organisation prides itself on quality, safety and innovation.
You’ll lead a team of Project Managers, Site Managers and Project Coordinators, ensuring operational excellence and strategic growth. You’ll drive project profitability, client satisfaction, and staff development across the state.

About the Role

• Full ownership of state operations including financial reporting, safety and quality, ensuring the profitability and viability of the Company.
• Assist senior management develop the Company’s long-term vision, strategies, plans objectives and targets.
• Oversee project delivery, procurement, risk management and client relations.
• Inspire and lead high-performing teams, building a positive workplace culture.
• Foster long-term partnerships and deliver exceptional service across commercial plumbing projects.
• Participate in weekly operations team meeting & provide monthly reporting.
• Ensure principal and subcontract administration is contemporaneously maintained.
• Progress claims are prepared and checked according to Company requirements.

About You

• Proven leadership experience within construction (minimum 5 years in Senior PM role).
• Deep knowledge of construction building projects or hydraulic services and commercial contracting.
• Experience in profit and loss, budgets, pricing and an excellent understanding of overall construction processes.
• Ability to deal with pressure, meet deadlines and enjoy challenges.
• Strong commercial acumen and financial literacy (Jobpac/Cost Reporting familiarity preferred).
• A strategic thinker with the ability to drive operational excellence and empower teams.
• High self-esteem, assertiveness, influential, motivated, with empowering communication skills.
• Committed to WHS, quality standards, and exceptional client outcomes.

Why Apply?

• Strategic leadership role with high visibility across the business.
• Career-defining opportunity to shape the future of state operations.
• Be part of a respected brand known for quality, culture, and performance.

A confidential conversation is welcomed. Apply now to Kylie Jasinski at Prime Recruitment on [email protected] or reach out directly to learn more on 0415 194 515.