Project Manager - Fit Out & Refurbishment

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a keen eye for detail and a solid understanding of construction contracts?

A dynamic and expanding commercial fit-out and refurbishment company in Sydney is seeking a Project Manager to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to lead diverse commercial projects, ensuring successful delivery from inception to completion, with a strong emphasis on contractual integrity and project control. This company has the potential to become the next Head contractor to own its position in the commercial market, strong senior leadership team with repeat business from reputable clients.

About the Role:

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire project lifecycle, from tender review through and construction methodology to final handover. We are looking for a driven PM who understands the critical elements of a construction contract and can proactively manage these to mitigate risks and ensure project success and delivery their projects on time to a high standard. You'll be responsible for up to 2-3 projects simultaneously up to $5M in value, and have a Contract Administrator and Site Managers on your team to oversee.

What you'll be doing

• Developing and executing comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies
• Coordinating and collaborating with cross-functional teams, including architects, engineers, subcontractors, and clients, to ensure seamless project delivery
• Monitoring project progress, identifying and resolving issues, and providing regular updates to key stakeholders
• Ensuring all projects comply with relevant industry regulations, safety standards, and quality requirements
• Fostering a positive and productive work environment on construction sites
• Developing and implementing strategies to continuously improve project management processes and procedures

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience (5+ years) as a Project Manager in commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects in Sydney.
• Demonstrable expertise in reviewing and managing construction contracts, with a strong understanding of clauses related to scope, time, cost, risk, and dispute resolution.
• Capable of creating a construction program from scratch using MS Projects.
• Excellent technical construction knowledge and a solid grasp of M&E services.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings and building permits.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality outcomes.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
• Ideally strong with Integrated Construction Management software such as Procore, Cheops, Jobpac etc

Benefits:

• Work with a reputable company known for its strong project pipeline and good mix of commercial work.
• Investment in your professional growth through training and development.
• A friendly and collaborative working environment with a great team culture and opportunity to mentor more junior staff on your team.