Senior Project Manager

ABOUT THE BUSINESS

MSS Group is a privately owned company that employs over 250 people across service delivery and specialist trades in Australia and New Zealand.

Our in-house team of project managers, construction supervisors, site foremen, and building tradespeople supports your projects from start to finish.

Our experience includes renovations, refurbishments, upgrades, and expansions to property facilities in Aged Care, Retirement Living, Retail and Commercial sectors, as well as prisons and detention centres.

For more information about the company, visit our website: www.mssgroup.com.au

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are currently seeking an experienced and driven Senior Project Manager to lead multiple refurbishment and redevelopment projects across aged care and retirement living facilities.

In this role, you will be responsible for delivering refurbishment projects safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will coordinate subcontractors and trades, manage site resources, and maintain strong communication with internal stakeholders and clients.

A key focus of this position is working within live environments, requiring a high level of professionalism, planning, and sensitivity to the needs of residents and operational staff.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven construction professional looking to take the next step into project management within a supportive and growing business.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage refurbishment projects from inception to completion.

• Oversee project resources, budgets, and timelines to ensure successful delivery.

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.

• Maintain strong client relationships and provide regular project updates.

• Supervise and coordinate site supervisors, tradespeople, and subcontractors.

• Prepare project quotes using estimating software such as Cubit.

• Create and manage project plans using MS Project.

• Review project scope, schedule deliverables, and estimate costs.

• Manage all onsite and offsite construction activities, ensuring compliance with building and safety regulations.

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, identifying and securing future work opportunities.

• Lead and motivate project teams, including supervisors and subcontractors, ensuring effective programme management.

• Manage project schedules, financials, risks, and work health and safety (WHS) on-site.
  

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree or Diploma in Construction Project Management.

• Experience in refurbishment projects, particularly in aged care and retirement living.

• Proficiency in MS Project and estimating tools like Cubit.

• Strong ability to prepare and manage quotes for new work.

• Background as a tradesperson or possession of a builder’s licence (preferred).

• Proficiency in using MS Projects, Pronto, Procore, Rapid Induct, Cubit, SharePoint software for job management.

• Valid driver’s license and valid working rights in Australia 

• Ability to obtain police clearance

• Covid vaccinated and willing to get flu vaccination annually 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Australian work rights

• Valid driver’s licence

• Fully COVID-19 vaccinated

• Willingness to receive annual flu vaccinations

• Ability to obtain a Police Clearance, WWAC, and WWCC

• Construction White Card

APPLY NOW

We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible. Please submit a copy of your resume. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by our internal HR team to arrange interviews.