At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a $10M school project, managing subcontractors and ensuring safety compliance.
- Company: A top-tier commercial builder with a strong growth trajectory and diverse culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, wellbeing programs, and clear pathways for career advancement.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team that values diversity and invests in your professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in education while developing your leadership skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: 3+ years as a Site Manager or Senior Foreman with a trade qualification in Carpentry or Joinery.
The predicted salary is between 75600 - 92400 $ per year.
About the Company
Our client is a leading commercial building head contractor strategically positioned for significant growth in 2026, backed by a robust project pipeline valued up to $100M across NSW.
As a premier Design & Construct (D&C) specialist in the government project space, this national builder consistently delivers high-quality, mid-scale projects ($500k–$40M).
They specialise in TAFE and school projects, medical and dental environments, live extensions, and intricate interior fit-outs.
Renowned for their financial stability and diverse, harmonious culture, their legacy is built on forming high-performing teams.
They invest heavily in their people, ensuring every team member is developed to their full potential.
About the Role & Project
We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to take full control of a $10M early works expansion and refurbishment of a school.
Operating within a live educational environment, this high-impact role requires an adept manager who can smoothly navigate live-site challenges while maintaining exceptional client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Leadership: Drive the project lifecycle from site establishment through to final commissioning and handover.
- Subcontractor Management: Coordinate all trade contractors, ensuring strict adherence to specifications, detailed layouts (FFE, disability access), and safety standards.
- Programming & Compliance: Develop workable, efficient construction programmes and conduct rigorous site inspections in line with BCA standards.
- Safety & Reporting: Champion on-site OH&S protocols, maintain meticulous site documentation, and deliver accurate daily reports.
- Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary on-site point of contact for the client and project stakeholders, proactively resolving issues to mitigate project risk.
What You Bring
- Experience: 3+ years as a Site Manager or Senior Foreman with an Australian Head Contractor.
A proven track record delivering similar builds in Australia (Education, Aged Care, Medical, or complex commercial refurbishments) is highly regarded.
- Qualifications: A trade qualification in Carpentry or Joinery is essential.
- Skills: Strong leadership capability, exceptional communication skills, and a composed, professional presence under pressure.
- Mindset: A positive, results-driven attitude paired with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Culture & Rewards
Join a resilient, solution-focused team that genuinely enjoys what they do.
This builder believes in backing their people with robust internal support, ongoing training, and clear pathways to future leadership.
On offer
- Reputation: A highly stable, diverse, and multicultural business environment.
- Culture: A forward-thinking, supportive company culture.
- Wellbeing: Comprehensive staff wellbeing programmes and extended leave entitlements.
- Connection: Regular corporate events and team-building days.
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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