Senior Project Manager in Sydney

Senior Project Manager in Sydney

Sydney Full-Time 78260 - 95651 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and manage construction projects, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.
  • Company: BY Group, an Indigenous-owned construction partner committed to community impact.
  • Benefits: Inclusive workplace, career growth opportunities, and a chance to make a difference.
  • Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on professional development and community engagement.
  • Why this job: Join a team that values sustainability and Indigenous participation in the construction industry.
  • Qualifications: Experience in large-scale construction projects and strong leadership skills required.

The predicted salary is between 78260 - 95651 $ per year.

Epiphany Training + Consulting - Marsden Park NSW

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading the planning, coordination and delivery of BY Group construction projects to required quality, safety, budget and program standards.

The role provides senior oversight of project performance from initiation through to handover, with responsibility for commercial performance, cost and risk management, WHS, quality and stakeholder relationships.

The Senior Project Manager will lead the broader project team, including Site Managers, Project/Site Engineers and Contract Administrators, to ensure successful project delivery.

The role will be site-based in Marsden Park, working primarily on Data Centre construction projects from an established site compound.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage projects to ensure delivery in line with approved plans, specifications and quality standards.
  • Prepare detailed construction programs with milestones and monitor progress against targets.
  • Maintain or improve project margins through strong cost control and commercial management.
  • Provide accurate and timely progress reports to clients and BY Group management.
  • Resolve issues promptly and work to avoid disputes, escalating where required.
  • Ensure timely preparation and submission of invoicing documentation.
  • Maintain accurate and retrievable records of meetings, correspondence and project documentation.
  • Build strong and productive relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Respond promptly and professionally to client enquiries, complaints and requests.
  • Ensure WHS compliance, establish site-specific WHS plans and conduct monthly site audits.
  • Follow up audit actions and ensure subcontractors hold required insurances.
  • Identify environmental risks, implement controls and support environmental training requirements.
  • Manage Site Managers, Project/Site Engineers and Contract Administrators to achieve strong project outcomes.
  • Apply performance management practices and support development of future project leaders.
  • Job Purpose

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading the planning, coordination and delivery of BY Group construction projects to required quality, safety, budget and program standards.

The role provides senior oversight of project performance from initiation through to handover, with responsibility for commercial performance, cost and risk management, WHS, quality and stakeholder relationships.

The Senior Project Manager will lead the broader project team, including Site Managers, Project/Site Engineers and Contract Administrators, to ensure successful project delivery.

The role will be site-based in Marsden Park, working primarily on Data Centre construction projects from an established site compound.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage projects to ensure delivery in line with approved plans, specifications and quality standards.
  • Prepare detailed construction programs with milestones and monitor progress against targets.
  • Maintain or improve project margins through strong cost control and commercial management.
  • Provide accurate and timely progress reports to clients and BY Group management.
  • Resolve issues promptly and work to avoid disputes, escalating where required.
  • Ensure timely preparation and submission of invoicing documentation.
  • Maintain accurate and retrievable records of meetings, correspondence and project documentation.
  • Build strong and productive relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Respond promptly and professionally to client enquiries, complaints and requests.
  • Ensure WHS compliance, establish site-specific WHS plans and conduct monthly site audits.
  • Follow up audit actions and ensure subcontractors hold required insurances.
  • Identify environmental risks, implement controls and support environmental training requirements.
  • Manage Site Managers, Project/Site Engineers and Contract Administrators to achieve strong project outcomes.
  • Apply performance management practices and support development of future project leaders.

Qualifications and Competencies

  • Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager delivering large-scale building construction projects.
  • Trade qualification or tertiary degree in construction, engineering or a related field.
  • Strong technical knowledge of construction methods, regulations and quality standards.
  • Experience delivering commercial, industrial or other technically complex building projects.
  • Experience in data centre construction will be viewed favourably.
  • Excellent time management, planning and organisational skills.
  • Strong leadership capability with experience supervising site and project teams.
  • Advanced communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage all stakeholders.
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage budgets, forecasts and cost controls.
  • Proficiency with construction management software (Procore desirable) and MS Project.
  • Experience with Visibuild and Hammer Tech will be highly regarded.
  • Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making and conflict‑resolution skills.

About the Company

BY Group is a leading Indigenous-owned and Supply Nation certified construction partner delivering civil, commercial, defence and international projects across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific.

Founded by three proud Bundjalung men in 2014, the company works with a range of clients, agencies and contractors to deliver projects to high standards of safety, quality and compliance.

Beyond project delivery, BY Group is committed to creating sustainable employment pathways for Indigenous people and strengthening Indigenous participation across the industry.

Guided by our motto, “By Us, For Us,” we aim to deliver meaningful outcomes for our clients, our people and the communities we work with.

BY Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, individuals with disabilities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

We are dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone is respected, valued, and supported to succeed.

If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, please do not hesitate to reach out.

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