Client Side Project Manager

For 21 years now,  SPMA have been leading the strata remedial sector.  Our ongoing success means we are constantly growing our fabulous team in an ever expanding and recession proof market.

SPMA proactively assist our clients in navigating their way through all aspects of building upgrades and remediation. 

Our scope of works includes investigations, design, scoping, tendering, contracting and managing our clients’ projects. We also undertake Design Practitioner works in Facades and Architecture (waterproofing). We provide industry leading expert reports for complex building disputes. We are accredited Strata Building Bond Inspectors.

Our core values are listen, learn, investigate, optimise and deliver.  Our clients rely on us to resolve often difficult problems.  Through our experience we have the right team that works together combining expertise as demanded by the project to meet and exceed our client's needs.

The successful candidate will be based at our Waterloo office and spend a balance of time between the offices and assisting our clients in the field. Day to day field work includes site visits to active projects, investigations of emerging projects and seeing and learning from our company's ongoing and successfully completed projects.  SPMA work as a team and most visits are done in the company of our experienced and supportive staff.

As client-Side Project Managers, we typically are working to ensure our clients projects are properly administered in accordance with the contracts we have prepared.  Our investigations include identifying issues affecting our client's property and determining not only the best methods of remediation but also if the issue is either a building defect or maintenance issue that the Owners are obliged to rectify in accordance with the Strata Schemes Management Act.

Because our clients are home owners, it is our responsibility to ensure projects are delivered in a fiscally responsible and timely manner.  We have a portfolio of works ranging in value from as little as $10,000 to $50 million plus.  No two projects we manage are the same and you will be working on small remediation works through to highly complex alterations and additions on large high-profile buildings across some picturesque sites in the inner suburbs of Sydney.

The person we are looking for will join our team of Project Managers to deliver our services. The role would involve the management of projects in collaboration with the appointed Project Director and would include all day to day tasks required to deliver a successful project.  We are looking for someone who brings something unique to us, that builds our company, and provides opportunities for growth to the whole team.

We need great communicators who are constantly looking to improve what we deliver to our clients. We encourage continuing education and specialization in the areas that most interest you. We are a supportive team that encourages knowledge sharing and career development. We offer flexible arrangements for working hours and work from home options, yet the role will still require some regular office and site visit attendance each week. The role we are seeking to fulfill is exciting and challenging. As you gain experience in this complex area your responsibilities will increase.

Duties include:

• Manage the Project Team including designers, project officers and administration.
• Coordinate the project stakeholders including clients, consultants, certifiers, statutory bodies and contractors.
• Conduct site inspections and investigations.
• Prepare detailed reports on inspections and investigations.
• Prepare detailed specifications for remedial works elements.
• Prepare and manage a Project Plan (we use Smartsheets or MS Project)
• Report on project activities and proactively identify potential issues.
• Assess contractor claims and contractual variations.
• Draft and compile Request for Tender documents.
• Review and assess tenders in detail to make justified recommendations.
• Maintain project cost/revenue spreadsheets.
• Maintain the budget for the project to accurately report on monthly performance.
• Preparation of feasibility assessments and concepts for new projects
• Manage team billing for the project.

The Ideal Candidate:

Technical Prerequisites

Bachelor of Civil or Structural Engineering or Construction Management or other industry relevant bachelor’s degree (4-5 years)

Proficient in the following software:

• Microsoft Office suites, including Excel, Powerpoint, Word
• Autodesk Products (either 2D or 3D)
• Sharepoint 
• Smartsheets or MS Project
• Procore
• Accello time sheets

Experience Prerequisites and Desirables

• 5+ years in the residential remedial sector (either 100% or in part - specify)
• Contract administration knowledge with standard form residential construction contracts (identify your experience in your application)
• Knowledge of building systems including waterproofing, fire protection – provide a list of your areas of expertise.
• Operational knowledge of the Building Code of Australia
• Operational knowledge of the Home Building Act, SEPP Exempt and Complying, Environmental Planning and Assessment Act.
• Knowledge of Design and Building Practitioners Act.
• Operational knowledge of the Development Application and consent process.
• Must have own transport and current Drivers License
• Must have fluent, high level English and be eligible to work in Australia.
• Must have a Construction Induction Card (white card)

Assessable – we may choose to examine candidates in these areas.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask.
• Technical report writing skills.
• Ability to define critical criteria, gather information and make recommendations.
• Attention to detail and ability to work well within a team environment.

SPMA Benefits

• Potential for career progression
• Competitive salary for the Client Side remedial sector.
• Long term stability in growth industry.
• Flexible work hours.
• Work from home days.
• Mental health days.
• Team building days.
• Bring your own device program.
• Continuing education budgets.
• Ongoing certifications.
• Employee ownership scheme
• Performance bonuses

To be considered for this position: Please submit your resume demonstrating how you meet the requirements as an ideal candidate and a letter of introduction.  Applications close June 26 2024.  Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted.