Senior Project Manager - Defense - Initial 18 Month Relocation

Senior Project Manager - Defense - Initial 18 Month Relocation

Salary:

$190000 - 200000 / Year

Contract Type:

Permanent

Location:

Adelaide - SA 

Industry:

Construction

Reference:

3999423

Contact Name:

Alex Cooper

Contact Email:

acooper@designandbuild.com.au

Date Published:

15-Jan-2026

We’re looking for an experienced  Senior Project Manager  to join the team of a national head contractor and lead delivery of a wide range of construction projects, from $500k fitouts to $50+ million new builds.

The initial project will be an 18-month relocation to Tasmania, before returning to Adelaide to continue in a permanent full time position. 

You’ll play a key role in:
  • Successfully managing projects from pre-construction to handover and defect liability
  • Leading and mentoring project teams
  • Ensuring compliance with building specifications, standards, and EHSQ requirements
  • Building effective relationships and communication with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders
  • Handling tender interviews, contract management, and subcontractor negotiations
  • Managing the construction programme and project delivery systems
  • Financial reporting and identifying profit improvements
What You’ll Bring
  • Prior experience as a Project Manager with defense experience
  • Must be an Australian Citizen to obtain security clearance
  • A collaborative, positive approach and team-first mindset
  • A strong commitment to safety and risk management
  • Ideally you will have worked with Procore, MS Project, programming, contract management, but skills development can be offered.
If you're interested in the above opportunity, please click Apply Now, or alternatively send your CV to Alex Cooper at acooper@designandbuild.com.au
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