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Site Manager

Site Manager

ICON • Melbourne, AU
17 days ago
Job description
  • Lead from the front on safety, quality and delivery
  • Strong pipeline of work and career growth opportunities

Why Barpa?

Barpa Pty Ltd is a majority Indigenous-owned commercial construction company specialising in the delivery of technically complex and innovative facilities. We work across live operational environments, requiring strong planning, collaboration, and commercial discipline.

Our clients span Federal and State Government, Defence, Education, Health, local Councils, Not-for-Profits, Private Clients, and Tier One contractors. At Barpa, we are proud to deliver projects that create long-term value for communities while fostering meaningful Indigenous participation and partnerships.

About the Role

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will take ownership of day-to-day site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme, and to the highest quality standards. You will provide strong leadership to site teams and subcontractors while building positive relationships with clients, consultants, Traditional Owners, and local communities.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading all site-based construction activities from mobilisation through to completion
  • Driving a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with HSE requirements
  • Managing subcontractors, suppliers, labour resources and site logistics
  • Monitoring and maintaining project programmes and key milestones
  • Ensuring quality standards are achieved and defects are minimised
  • Coordinating trade interfaces and construction sequencing
  • Managing site administration, records and reporting requirements
  • Building positive relationships with clients, stakeholders and project teams
  • Mentoring and developing Site Supervisors and emerging construction professionals
  • Supporting Barpa's commitment to Indigenous employment, procurement and community engagement

About You

Essential

  • 8+ years' experience in commercial construction, ideally in a Site Manager or Senior Supervisor capacity
  • Experience delivering commercial, government, education, health, community or mixed-use projects
  • Strong leadership and people management skills
  • Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors and coordinate multiple trades
  • Comprehensive knowledge of construction sequencing, quality assurance and site safety requirements
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to identify risks early and drive practical solutions
  • Relevant construction qualification, trade qualification, or extensive industry experience
  • Strong computer literacy, including demonstrated proficiency in the MS Office Suite and ability to effectively use construction management, safety and quality software

Benefits and perks

  • A collaborative, values-driven workplace with a strong commitment to Indigenous participation and inclusion.
  • Competitive salary and the opportunity to work on diverse, technically complex projects across Australia.
  • Excellent leave benefits, including Cultural Leave, Purchased Leave, Work Life Balance Days, Community Days, and a generous Parental Leave scheme.
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Professional memberships and development support.
  • Sporting and social events.
  • Discounts across travel, retail, and health

*Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islanders and Veterans are encouraged to apply*

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