Project Manager - Property; minor works

Project Manager - Property (minor works)

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Work type: Max term
Location: Glenfield
Categories: Property

Reporting to the General Manager, Property, you will manage the end‑to‑end delivery of minor works projects—typically refurbishments, compliance upgrades, cosmetic improvements and small asset replacements under ~$500k. You’ll coordinate multiple projects across residential and community sites, ensuring they meet quality, safety, budget and program requirements while minimising disruption to residents and staff.

You will also help strengthen project governance, improve reporting visibility and reduce reliance on external consultants for low‑complexity works.

• Deliver minor works projects from scoping to handover
• Manage schedules, budgets, risks and reporting
• Coordinate design, procurement, construction and commissioning activities
• Oversee contractor performance and compliance
• Maintain accurate documentation and financial governance
• Communicate effectively with site teams and internal stakeholders
• Ensure all works meet regulatory, WHS and organisational standards

You are a practical, delivery‑focused project manager with strong stakeholder skills and experience working in live operational environments.

• Property/construction project management experience (aged care/healthcare ideal)
• Strong knowledge of building codes, WHS and compliance
• Experience managing contractors and suppliers
• Ability to manage multiple dispersed projects
• Solid budget and program management skills
• Proficiency with project management/reporting tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Current driver’s license and willingness to travel
• Qualifications in Project/Construction Management
• Experience with procurement and contract administration
• Familiarity with quality and risk frameworks
• Experience staging works in live environments

• Play a key role shaping how minor works are delivered
• Work across a diverse and growing portfolio in NSW and QLD
• Help create safe, high‑quality environments for older Australians
• Join a supportive, values‑driven organisation focused on relationships and innovation

If you’re a hands‑on project manager who enjoys practical delivery and improving internal capability, we’d love to hear from you.

We are hoping you’ll join our fantastic Whiddon family in Glenfield on a 12‑month contract basis, with the potential to extend.

At Whiddon, we provide our people with benefits that will enhance their experience and provide them with things they actually want and will use. Our benefits are centred around ‘Five Pillars’ – mind, body, financial, social and career.

• Comprehensive leave options to support you in mind and body
• 5 weeks Annual Leave (or the option to cash out Annual Leave)
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
• 12 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Up to 5 days paid Fertility leave
• Up to 3 days paid Community Service leave each year
• Up to 4 days paid Compassionate leave
• Extra public holiday per year with Frank Whiddon Day
• Employee Assistance Program for when you need extra support
• Hybrid working model. Enjoy a mix of working from home and in the office, and our Work from Anywhere Policy – Support services only
• Salary Packaging options so you can keep more of your pay
  . Did you know that by salary packaging, you can increase your hourly rate by more than $2? This is how:
• Up to $611.53 per fortnight to pay your mortgage, rent, school fees, etc.
• Up to $101.92 per fortnight to pay entertainment activities like cafes, restaurants, etc.
• Remote living options including rent and mortgage packaging, utilities and holiday transport.
• Novated leasing, a financial wellness program, a personal car buying service and a rewards program through our partners.
• Quarterly gifts
  , including Cost of living voucher, ACE Day, Christmas gifting and other ad‑hoc gifts from time to time.
• Access to retail benefits and perks, including great discounts, and passes to the cinema, tickets to concerts or sports events, food vouchers, and more!
• Employee Referral Program. Get paid up to $500 to refer our next Whiddon star.
• Learning, learning, learning
  . Whiddon Scholarships Programs,…