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Australia, Adelaide 240000.00 - 300000.00 AUD / Year · Job Posted April 29, 2026
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Job Description
The Opportunity Our client is a premier, family-owned major property developer in South Australia with a 50-year legacy of shaping the Adelaide skyline. Known for their visionary economic planning and massive land bank, they are currently embarking on an aggressive construction program featuring several major high-rise projects (20+ storeys) in the Adelaide CBD. Working alongside top-tier architectural studios and builders, this is a rare opportunity for a seasoned construction professional to lead a division and deliver landmark icons from concept to handover. The Role As the Senior Project Lead / Divisional Manager, you will hold a pivotal seat within the executive function, reporting directly to the Chairman. You will be responsible for the strategic direction and hands-on execution of the Projects/Developments Division. This isn't just a "desk job"—it requires a leader who can navigate the boardroom and the construction site with equal proficiency.
Job Responsibility
End-to-End Delivery: Manage multiple high-rise projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
Strategic Leadership: Lead, mentor, and performance-manage a dedicated team of construction professionals.
Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary liaison between the Chairman, Executives, consultants, and external builders.
Financial Oversight: Manage project feasibilities, business cases, and financier-funded progress claims ($100M+ scales).
Contract Management: Facilitate engagement with consultants and builders, ensuring "least-risk" contracts for the group.
Quality & Compliance: Maintain rigorous WHS standards and ensure all builds meet National Construction Codes and industry best practices.
Requirements
High-Rise Expertise: You must have proven experience leading the construction of buildings with 15+ storeys. This is a non-negotiable requirement for this role.
Experience: 10+ years in construction project management, specifically in a leadership or "Project Lead" capacity.
Education: Tertiary Qualifications in Building & Construction or Project Management.
Technical Savvy: Sophisticated knowledge of project management methodologies and modern construction software.
Leadership: A collaborative partnering style with the ability to influence outcomes and resolve high-stakes conflicts.
Local Knowledge: Strong working relationships with local building authorities and trade networks is highly regarded.
Nice to have
Strong working relationships with local building authorities and trade networks.
What we offer
Legacy Projects: Play a defining role in a pipeline of 20+ storey developments that will redefine the SA landscape.
Autonomy: Take ownership of a division within a dynamic, family-owned environment where decisions are made quickly.
Top-Tier Collaboration: Work with the best architectural and engineering minds in the country.
Stability: Join a developer with a 50-year history and a significant, high-value land bank in prime CBD and coastal locations.