Sector: High-Density Residential / Class 2
Location: Sydney, NSW
Company Type: Major Developer-Builder

Role Overview

Site Manager opportunity with a major Sydney developer-builder delivering large-scale, high-density residential projects.

The Site Manager will take responsibility for day-to-day site delivery, working closely with the Project Manager and wider project team to drive programme, subcontractor performance, quality and safety.

The business is continuing to grow its internal construction capability and has a strong pipeline of major residential developments across Sydney, providing genuine continuity beyond the current project.

Key Responsibilities

• Day-to-day management of site operations
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors and trades
• Drive construction programme and key milestones
• Monitor progress against programme and identify potential delays
• Coordinate sequencing of trades and site activities
• Maintain high standards of quality and finishes
• Manage QA, defects and inspections
• Ensure WHS requirements and site standards are maintained
• Coordinate with Project Manager, Foremen, Engineers, CAs and consultants
• Assist with short-term programming and look-ahead programmes
• Manage site logistics and access
• Attend and contribute to site/project meetings
• Drive the project through construction, completion and handover

Ideal Background

• Proven Site Manager experience within the Sydney construction market
• Strong high-density residential / Class 2 apartment experience
• Head Contractor or Developer-Builder background essential
• Experience delivering large and complex residential projects
• Strong understanding of structures, façade, services, finishes and completion
• Strong subcontractor management capability
• Confident managing programme, quality and safety
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Able to work effectively within a larger project team

Target Background
Developer-builders and established Tier 1 / Tier 2 head contractors delivering major apartment, mixed-use or residential developments.

Key Search Terms
Site Manager, Senior Site Manager, Construction Manager, Class 2, high-density residential, apartments, residential, mixed-use, developer-builder, head contractor, structures, finishes, façade, fitout, defects, completion, handover.