We’re looking for an experienced Client-Side Project Manager to join our team and help deliver high-quality projects — both for our clients and within our own development portfolio. If you have 4+ years of experience, enjoy variety, and are ready to take on more responsibility and ownership, this is a great opportunity to step up.

Our current pipeline is diverse and exciting: we’re managing a 23 tower urban project alongside apartment towers, townhouse projects, land subdivisions, childcare centres, industrial facilities, medical centre, bus depots, and bespoke architectural homes. No two days are ever the same, and you’ll have the chance to work across projects that are shaping communities at every scale.

About the Role
You will coordinate consultants, contractors, and stakeholders, providing clear communication, proactive problem solving, and strategic leadership throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Manage projects from inception through to completion.

Develop project briefs, feasibility studies, and delivery strategies.

Engage and manage consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.

Oversee budgets, schedules, procurement, and quality standards.

Monitor project risks, resolve issues, and provide regular reporting.

Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, approvals, and contractual obligations.

About You

Degree qualified in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.

Proven experience managing projects on the client-side (property, construction, or land subdivision sectors preferred).

Contract knowledge and experience with contract administration and superintendent roles.

Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and drive outcomes.

Extremely organised, highly efficient, proactive and enthusiastic to further their career in property development.

A car licence for site visits.

About Petrie

Petrie™ is a property development company and architecture practice with a rich history in Queensland since 1840. We provide project management and development management to clients on a range of different types of projects and so you will be involved in all aspects of these projects as they come to life. We are based in Ashgrove with street parking and have projects all around South East Queensland.

We are unique in that we have in-house capabilities to provide full development services for each project (including design and sales) including for clients and our own developments and so this approach, teamed with our unique expertise, sets us apart from others.

Why Join Us?

We pride ourselves on providing a supportive work environment where great work is recognised and rewarded and where everyone's ideas and skills are valued. We are a full service development company and so our staff get out on site regularly and see their projects come to life!

We have a great team culture (and strive to be not your typical workplace) with ongoing mentoring, regular social and industry events and proper espresso.

A competitive remuneration package based on experience is offered and also career progression opportunities within our growing business.

If you are a motivated and professional Project Manager wanting to grow in your career, please apply through seek with a cover letter along with your CV.

All applications will be held in strict confidence, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding.