Project Manager

About Kapitol

At Kapitol, we're redefining what a modern builder looks like.

Since day one, we've challenged traditional construction thinking by combining innovation, technology and customer-focused delivery to achieve better outcomes for our clients. From digital engineering and design management through to project delivery and continuous improvement, we're constantly looking for smarter and more sustainable ways to build.

Today, Kapitol is recognised as one of Australia's leading builders, delivering projects across a diverse portfolio spanning data centres, commercial, high-end residential and education sectors. We pride ourselves on exceptional people, strong partnerships, and a commitment to improving the construction industry through innovation, collaboration and industry-leading project delivery.

The Opportunity

We're seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our team and lead the successful delivery of projects across Kapitol's diverse portfolio.

Working closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal stakeholders, you'll take ownership of projects from pre-construction through to completion. Depending on your background and experience, you may deliver projects across:

• Data Centres
• Commercial
• High-End Residential
• Education

You'll be responsible for driving programme, budget, quality and safety outcomes while building trusted relationships and delivering exceptional results for our clients.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership, leading high-performing teams and contributing to a business that continually challenges traditional approaches to construction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the successful delivery of construction projects from commencement through to completion.
• Manage project budgets, forecasting, procurement and overall financial performance.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and key stakeholders.
• Lead, mentor and support project teams to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, engagement and performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Drive programme, quality, safety and environmental outcomes across all phases of delivery.
• Identify opportunities to improve project performance, innovation and client outcomes.
• Ensure project risks are proactively managed and mitigated.
• Oversee project completion, handover and defect resolution.

About You

We're looking for an experienced Project Manager with a proven track record delivering construction projects for a Tier 1, Tier 2 or established commercial builder.

You may have built your career across data centres, commercial, education, residential or other complex construction projects. Most importantly, you'll bring strong leadership capability, commercial acumen and a passion for delivering exceptional projects.

You'll bring:

• Proven experience successfully delivering multiple construction projects end-to-end, ideally having led at least 2-3 projects from commencement through to completion.
• Strong commercial and financial management capability.
• Excellent stakeholder management and client-facing skills.
• The ability to lead and motivate high-performing project teams.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, contracts and procurement processes.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach to project delivery.
• A commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline.

Why Kapitol

• Deliver projects across a diverse portfolio spanning data centres, commercial, high-end residential and education sectors, including some of Australia's most complex and technically challenging developments.
• Join a business that's actively transforming how construction projects are planned, coordinated and delivered.
• Work alongside some of the industry's best people in a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Gain exposure to industry-leading digital engineering, design management and technology initiatives.
• Build your career with a business that genuinely invests in its people through long-term development opportunities, innovative health and wellbeing initiatives, including our partnership with Everlab, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be part of a culture that values fresh thinking, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Join Australia's #1 Builder as recognised in the 2026 Hubexo Construction League Report.
• Contribute to projects that leave a lasting impact on clients, communities and the built environment.

Next Steps

If you're a Project Manager looking to join a progressive builder that's challenging the status quo and shaping the future of construction, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact our Talent Acquisition team for a confidential discussion about the opportunity and how your experience could contribute to Kapitol's continued success.

At Kapitol, we're committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where people feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all abilities, cultures, faiths, genders, sexual orientations and life stages.

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.