About the role

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Kennico Building Group Pty Ltd

Location: Kellyville, NSW, Australia

Employment Type: Full-time | Executive Level

Kennico Building Group Pty Ltd is seeking a visionary and commercially astute Chief Executive Officer to lead our next stage of strategic growth. Based in Kellyville, NSW, this high-impact executive role is ideal for an experienced leader who combines construction industry expertise, multi-lingual communication skills, and a strong financial mindset to deliver exceptional project outcomes and sustainable profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and execute the company’s long-term strategic vision with a clear focus on revenue growth, operational efficiency, and market expansion

• Lead multidisciplinary teams across construction management, project delivery, finance, and compliance to drive outstanding performance

• Optimise project and business profitability through rigorous financial planning, resource allocation, and commercial risk control

• Foster a culture of continuous innovation, safety, and client excellence across all departments

• Identify emerging business opportunities across residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors, both locally and regionally

• Establish and maintain trusted relationships with government agencies, investors, developers, suppliers, and strategic partners

• Ensure company-wide compliance with WHS, NCC, ISO, and other local/international regulatory frameworks

• Act as the external face of the business to advocate for project wins, strategic alliances, and corporate branding

Essential Criteria

• Minimum 10 years of executive-level leadership experience, including as CEO, COO, or Construction Director in a Tier 1 or Tier 2 construction environment

• Proven success in scaling operations and delivering high-margin projects exceeding $20M in contract value

• Strong financial acumen with demonstrated ability to deliver high return on investment (ROI) and cost management strategies

• Multi-lingual proficiency highly desirable (e.g. English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Malay, Vietnamese, or Arabic) to lead a culturally diverse workforce and client base

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management or related field

• Deep understanding of the Australian construction industry including NCC, WHS Act, contract law, and public/private sector procurement

• High-level negotiation, stakeholder engagement and team-building skills

What We Offer

• Executive remuneration package with significant performance-based incentives and potential equity options

• Clear pathway to lead a high-growth company through innovation, diversification and strategic acquisitions

• Flexible and empowering work culture, with full autonomy to lead the business

• Access to elite industry networks, professional development programs, and high-level mentorship

• Strong company values: safety, transparency, inclusion, and long-term client partnerships

About Kennico Building Group Pty Ltd

Kennico Building Group is a dynamic, privately-owned Australian construction company with a growing portfolio of residential, commercial and infrastructure projects. Known for our commitment to quality, innovation and client satisfaction, we deliver complex builds on time, on budget and with precision. Our multicultural workforce and visionary leadership enable us to thrive in a competitive industry with strong returns.

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Ready to shape the future of construction in Australia?

Apply now to lead a company positioned for exceptional growth and profitability.