At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting commercial fencing projects from start to finish while ensuring safety and quality.
- Company: Join FBF Pty Ltd, a growing contractor in Queensland's construction scene.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, company vehicle, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team with a strong pipeline of upcoming projects.
- Why this job: Take ownership of impactful projects and work with a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management within construction or related fields is preferred.
The predicted salary is between 81000 - 99000 $ per year.
FBF Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our growing construction team. FBF delivers commercial fencing, noise barriers, retaining wall systems and associated infrastructure projects across Queensland. We are looking for a capable Project Manager who can take ownership of projects from award through to completion, while maintaining strong control over safety, quality, program, and commercial performance.
Experience within commercial fencing, noise barriers or barrier infrastructure would be highly regarded; however, candidates with strong commercial building, civil construction or infrastructure project management experience are also encouraged to apply.
The Role
Reporting to the Construction Manager, you will be responsible for managing multiple commercial projects and coordinating clients, supervisors, subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams. Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing projects from handover and mobilisation through to practical completion and close-out
- Developing and maintaining construction programs and short-term work schedules
- Coordinating site supervisors, installers, subcontractors, plant and suppliers
- Reviewing project scope, drawings, specifications and contractual requirements
- Managing project budgets, purchase orders, committed costs and cost-to-complete forecasts
- Preparing and managing monthly progress claims
- Identifying, pricing and securing approval for variations before additional works proceed
- Managing delays, Extension of Time requirements and contractual notices
- Ensuring project documentation, site diaries and records are maintained
- Coordinating procurement and long-lead materials
- Managing safety, environmental and quality requirements
- Ensuring SWMS, pre-starts, toolbox talks, plant documentation and project-specific safety requirements are implemented
- Managing QA inspections, ITPs and project handover documentation
- Building strong relationships with clients, principal contractors, consultants and suppliers
- Maintaining project margins and identifying commercial risks early
- Supporting site teams to safely and efficiently deliver works to program
We are looking for someone who can take ownership of their projects and confidently manage both the construction and commercial aspects of delivery. Ideally you will have:
- Previous experience as a Project Manager within commercial construction, civil infrastructure, fencing, noise barriers or a related industry
- Strong understanding of construction programming and site coordination
- Experience managing subcontractors and site-based teams
- Good commercial awareness including budgets, variations, progress claims and cost control
- Ability to read construction drawings, specifications and scopes of work
- Understanding of construction contracts and project correspondence
- Strong knowledge of WHS requirements and safe construction practices
- Excellent communication and client management skills
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage several projects simultaneously
- Confidence making decisions and resolving site issues
- A practical, solutions-focused approach to construction
- Experience delivering DTMR, road infrastructure, acoustic/noise barriers, commercial fencing, retaining walls or Tier 2 civil projects would be advantageous but is not essential.
What FBF Offers
- Highly competitive salary package – negotiable based on experience
- Company-supplied vehicle
- Fuel and vehicle operating costs supplied
- Phone and required technology
- Opportunity to manage significant commercial and infrastructure projects
- Strong pipeline of current and upcoming work
- Support from an experienced estimating, construction and site delivery team
- Opportunity for career progression as the business continues to grow
- A role where you are trusted to take genuine ownership of your projects
About Ford Brothers Fencing
Ford Brothers Fencing is an established Queensland contractor specialising in commercial fencing, noise barriers, retaining walls and associated civil infrastructure works. Our projects range from commercial developments through to major civil and infrastructure projects, with works delivered across Queensland. We continue to grow our project portfolio and are looking for an experienced Project Manager who wants to become an important part of the next stage of the business.
Commercial Fencing Project Manager in Brisbane employer: FBF Pty Ltd
FBF Pty Ltd is an exceptional employer that values its employees by offering a highly competitive salary package, company-supplied vehicle, and the opportunity to manage significant commercial and infrastructure projects across Queensland. With a strong focus on employee growth and a supportive work culture, team members are trusted to take genuine ownership of their projects while benefiting from a robust pipeline of current and upcoming work, ensuring a rewarding and meaningful career path.
