About the Company
This is a rare opportunity to join one of Melbourne’s most respected fit out and refurb builders – known for their strong client relationships, innovation, and design-led approach. With a track record of delivering complex projects in live environments, they’re looking for a Preconstruction Manager to lead the front-end of the build process with precision and confidence.

The Role
Reporting to a Director, you will oversee the preconstruction phase across multiple D&C projects, ensuring successful handover to delivery teams. This is a strategic role where you’ll collaborate closely with Estimators, Project Managers, Designers, and Clients to shape successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all preconstruction activities from initial client engagement through to site commencement
• Manage design development, cost planning, and value engineering
• Coordinate internal teams and consultant inputs during early project stages
• Support and challenge client briefs to ensure viable, buildable outcomes
• Manage risk, programming, methodology, and procurement strategy
• Assist in bids/tenders and lead presentations for key clients

About You:

• Proven experience in a similar Preconstruction or Design Manager role within commercial construction
• Background in fit-out, refurbishment or new build across complex projects
• Excellent stakeholder management skills – you can lead conversations with clients, consultants, and authorities
• Technically minded with the ability to challenge, assess, and optimise design solutions
• Strong commercial and programming acumen and happy to work in a fast paced environment

What's in it for you?:

• Join a company with a blue-chip client base and a strong pipeline of secured work
• Work in a supportive, high-performing team that values collaboration and initiative
• Projects are complex, high-profile, and professionally rewarding
• Attractive salary package and clear path to a national role

If this appeals, please apply below. Alternatively please email your CV to: [email protected] or call John Bailey on 0419 344 810