Assistant Project Manager

A leading Property Development company, renowned for its expansive portfolio that includes 20 hotels and 15 restaurants and bars across Australia, Asia, and the U.S, is currently in search of an Assistant Project Manager to join their team in Sydney CBD.

This company specialises in the operation and management of high-profile Hotels & Estates and offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes acquisitions, development planning, refurbishment delivery, and project management.

The Role

The Assistant Project Manager's key responsibilities includes managing and overseeing projects from conception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

The APM will be expected to collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders to coordinate project activities, particularly focusing on development planning and refurbishment. Furthermore, they will contribute to the acquisition and development process through market analysis, due diligence, and deal execution.

The role's purpose is to support the delivery and refurbishments of acquisitions, encompassing responsibilities such as cost planning, contract administration, project coordination, and end-to-end management of projects.
This includes programming—knowledge and experience with design and construction programming, identifying milestones and critical paths—as well as knowledge and experience with budgets, cost planning, and cost reporting. Conducting regular check-ins with stakeholders and project reports are also part of the role, requiring strong Excel and Microsoft project skills.

Required Attributes

• The ideal candidate for this position will hold a Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or a related field.
• They should demonstrate a keen interest and foundational experience of 2-5 years in project management.
• Strong analytical skills, the ability to think creatively and innovate in problem-solving, excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The capacity to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team are essential qualities.

Additionally, the candidate must be highly organised, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously, and able to adapt to changing priorities. A commitment to continuous learning and an embrace of an entrepreneurial culture that values innovation and thinking differently are also crucial.

The Opportunity

The company offers the Assistant Project Manager the opportunity to be part of a diverse, multi-disciplinary team with extensive in-house investment management capability, providing broad exposure to hotel asset management, real estate acquisition, development management, and more.

They will have opportunities to contribute to and learn from the company's proven track record of completing acquisitions in the Australian and US markets. The entrepreneurial work environment encourages innovation, new ways of working.
This company fosters a supportive culture focused on personal and professional growth, encouraging team members to analyze opportunities from multiple perspectives and create long-term value for the business.

This rapidly growing company offers an entrepreneurial environment and career development opportunities through exposure, projects, and experience.

For further details on this position or for a confidential chat please contact Shane O'Brien on ************@kappaexecutive.com or 0406639***.

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