Project Manager ( Newcastle - Australia)

• Join a well established Australian contractor
• Heritage project, leading to other great projects
• Very competitive package $160-$180K (AUD) base + Super + Vehicle

Looking to make the move across the ditch in 2026? An established, multi-state contractor with a strong pipeline across Defence, Industrial and Commercial sectors is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their Newcastle team.

This role offers long-term career opportunity, diverse project exposure and the lifestyle benefits of a growing coastal city.

The Initial Project

• High-profile church re-roofing and façade repair
• Heritage building - Heritage experience welcomed
• Located in a blue-chip suburb with strong community visibility
• Approx. $5M value
• Start date: 5 January

Beyond this, you'll lead commercial, remedial and high-rise residential works up to $20M, including refurbishments, repairs, remediation, demolition and upgrade projects.

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage projects from setup through to completion
• Monitor HSECQ compliance and cost control
• Coordinate subcontractors and direct labour
• Lead reporting, weekly meetings and programming
• Provide technical and engineering guidance
• Liaise closely with clients and stakeholders
• Support tendering and estimation

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience managing construction projects for a contractor
• Strong commercial and planning capability
• Leadership skills and safety-first mindset
• Interest in operations and business development
• Tertiary engineering qualification (or similar)
• Construction White Card & driver licence
• Ability to obtain Police Clearance (Defence project requirement)

Why Consider the Move?

• Secure multi-year pipeline across NSW
• Projects with purpose and visibility
• Supportive leadership and long-term growth
• Attractive salary package and relocation appeal

This is a fantastic opportunity to take your construction career to another level.

To be considered, you MUST have the right to work in Australia.

For more details and a confidential conversation, please contact Nick Gillingham. E-mail - nickgillingham@ctrecruitment.co.nz Mobile - 021 597 270