Australia, Brisbane
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
Experience: Not applicable
Education Level: Vocational School
Infrastructure
Closing: September 06, 2025

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Introduction

Brunel is partnering with a respected Tier 2 commercial builder to appoint a Site Manager for the delivery of a $17 million education facility in West Brisbane. This is a ground-up build requiring someone with demonstrated experience managing complex projects in the education sector.

What are you going to do 

You will be responsible for day-to-day site operations, managing subcontractors, maintaining program delivery, and upholding high standards of safety and quality. This project is supported by a well-structured delivery team and a builder known for delivering institutional and commercial projects across the region.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate on-site construction activities
  • Manage subcontractors to ensure program alignment and quality outcomes
  • Ensure compliance with WHS, environmental and QA standards
  • Monitor progress and address potential risks or delays
  • Liaise with internal teams, consultants and suppliers to maintain clear communication and resolve issues promptly

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Minimum 4 years' experience as a Site Manager on commercial or education builds
  • Demonstrated ability to manage projects valued at $10 million or more
  • Strong working knowledge of relevant construction legislation and safety systems
  • Current QBCC Site Supervisor or Builder Licence
  • Experience in education, institutional or D&C environments is preferred

What we offer 

This is an opportunity to manage a high-value education build within a collaborative and professional delivery structure. A competitive salary in the low $200,000s is on offer, along with the chance to progress within a business that has a solid pipeline of future projects. This is well suited to a proven Site Manager seeking stability, quality work, and long-term growth.

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

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