Introduction:

Are you an experienced Site Manager with a background in commercial fitout and refurbishment? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established Brisbane builder delivering high-quality office, retail, hospitality, education, government and healthcare projects.
  
With strong leadership support and a steady pipeline of work, this role offers autonomy, stability, and the chance to run well-structured projects from site establishment through to handover.

About the Company:
  
Our client is a respected Brisbane fitout & refurbishment specialist known for delivering fast-paced, detail-driven projects with a strong emphasis on safety, communication and exceptional client service. They manage projects across multiple sectors and are recognised for their consistency, reliability and high workmanship standards.

As Site Manager, you’ll be the face of the project on the ground, leading subcontractors, maintaining safety standards, driving progress and ensuring a high-quality finish every time.

Average contract value of each project ranges from $500k-$6m.

The Role:
  
You will take operational responsibility for managing daily onsite construction activities across fitout and refurbishment projects, ensuring safety, program, quality and client expectations are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate daily onsite activities across fitout/refurb projects
• Manage subcontractors, ensuring safety, quality and program targets are achieved
• Maintain site safety, environmental compliance and emergency response plans
• Review construction drawings, scope, program schedules and specifications to anticipate issues
• Oversee site establishment, access, security, signage, amenities and waste facilities
• Conduct site inductions, SWMS reviews, and ongoing toolbox talks
• Prepare WHS risk assessments, environmental impact assessments & project management plans
• Maintain daily site diary, reporting, inspections and ITP documentation
• Compile dilapidation reports and manage site conditions before commencement
• Manage client expectations and communication onsite
• Oversee defects rectification, project handover and close-out documentation
• Support junior team members and contribute to a positive site culture  

About You:

• Proven Site Manager experience in fitout or refurbishment (mandatory)
• Strong subcontractor coordination and leadership skills
• Excellent understanding of site safety, WHS documentation and compliance requirements
• Ability to run fast-paced projects with tight programs
• Confident in reading drawings, specs and managing site logistics
• Professional, well-presented and strong with client communication
• First Aid, White Card and relevant site tickets are highly regarded

Why This Role Stands Out:

• Work on high-quality fitout & refurb projects across multiple sectors
• Supportive leadership team with realistic expectations
• Strong pipeline of upcoming projects = long-term stability
• Hands-on, dynamic role with genuine autonomy
• Great culture — collaborative, honest and team-focused

How to Apply?

Via the Seek Website: Submit your updated resume using the 'Apply for this job' button at the top of this page and continue to follow the on-screen instructions. 

Via Smartphone/Seek App: Submit your updated resume using the "Quick Apply" button at the bottom of your telephone screen and follow the on-screen instructions. 

For any direct and confidential enquiries, please feel free to call: 0451 223 086

All applications will be kept in the strictest confidence and will not be forwarded as an application to our client without your prior approval first. 

In order to be considered for this full-time position, you MUST be eligible to work in Australia with no restrictions.

Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.