Project Manager

We are a highly Supportive company.

Kapitol is revolutionising the construction industry by embracing cutting-edge digital technology, driving innovation, and prioritising quality, safety, and workplace culture to create a future where construction is more productive, safe, and sustainable. Based in Melbourne, we're building to be Australia-wide with a diverse portfolio including commercial, education, industrial and residential projects.

Our team is an Authentic group of professionals.

As our sustained growth continues, we are looking for a driven and highly talented Project Manager. You will lead design and construct and fitout projects and deliver exceptional outcomes to our customers. Here at Kapitol, you’re more than a typical Project Manager, you’re a strong people-leader that thrives on not just building amazing buildings, but also creating exceptional experiences for people and teams. We are a fast-paced and growing company, looking for passionate people that thrive on success and take pride in the quality of their work.

You will embody an Inspirational approach to work.

What you’ll do:

• Manage a portfolio of design & construct and fitout projects
• Deliver exceptional outcomes to Clients, delivering on time, on budget and to the highest quality and safety standards
• Ensure detailed design and program plans are approved by the Construction Manager
• Coach and mentor a team of construction professionals to be the best they can be
• Manage the project's design detailing, product selection and defect process
• Manage the approval processes for drawings and specifications, shop drawings and procurement
• Applying an effective Subcontractor selection and evaluation procedure
• Liaise with Clients, Consultants and Subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle
• Provide regular and accurate reporting on project and risk status
• Ensure all Health, Safety, Environment and Quality standards are adhered to
• Share lessons learned with other Project Managers
• Provide input for the tender and ECI process
• Contribute to continuous improvement of our project management processes

What you’ll bring:

• A genuine passion for the Construction industry and inherent drive to deliver high quality outcomes and experiences
• Tertiary qualified in Construction Management or a related discipline
• Experience in PM or Assistant PM roles in Construction, ideally in a Tier 1 or Tier 2 environment
• Exposure to a variety of medium-to-large scale projects, e.g. commercial, residential and education, including new build and fitout projects
• Strong track record in delivering construction projects in alignment with schedules, budgets and customer expectations
• Thorough understanding of design and construction processes
• Proven leader, coach and developer of successful teams
• Collaborative approach and a focus on teamwork
• Ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously

We are Driven to offer you a great career and benefits.

• Top 5 in Best Places to Work 2022, 2023
• Fantastic work culture built on our values; Supportive, Authentic, Inspirational & Driven
• Paid Parental Leave; financial and practical support
• Flexible working options, 5-day week for all roles; Site Supervisors and Site Managers partake in our “10 in 14” program
• Fast-tracked career development opportunities enabled by rapidly growing company
• Central, CBD location; majority of projects in/around Melbourne Metro
• Access an expanding selection of corporate discounts
• Health and wellbeing benefits, e.g. annual skin and health checks
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Mental Health First Aid Program
• Charity and sporting event sponsorship and participation
• Volunteering initiatives up to 3 working days per year
• Milestone anniversary gifts
• Mentoring program

Kapitol value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, life stages, cultures, faiths, sexual orientation, and genders.

Rarely does a new hire at Kapitol satisfy all our selection criteria; we would love to hear from those who feel they have potential to be great. Find out more about Kapitol Group on our website (kapitolgroup.com.au) – and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram for regular updates.

Please be sure to apply directly as we will not be engaging the services of recruitment agencies, nor any agency-represented candidates for this role. Kapitol will not be held responsible for any associated fees from recruitment agencies resulting from unsolicited introductions.