Regional Construction Manager

• Join the most recognised and respected residential home builder in NSW
• Key strategic leadership role for our Hunter and Mid North Coast construction teams 
• Thornton office location 

The MJH Group (incorporating the iconic McDonald Jones Homes and MOJO Homes bands) is not just in the new home building industry; we are in the business of delivering an unbeatable customer experience from beginning to end. From architecturally designed new homes to finance options, from multi-residential projects to investment properties, the MJH Group has grown and evolved to offer a range of building services which cater to diverse needs, goals and budgets. We strive to set the benchmark in the new home building industry while ensuring that our people, both customers and staff, are at the centre of everything we do along the way.

We are proud to belong to the NEX Building Group, a diverse and expanding organisation with over 1200 passionate employees whose purpose is to build beautiful homes for Australians. Established in 1987 and continuing to evolve both organically and through acquisition, we are well positioned for growth and committed to achieving our vision of being Australia’s leading home building group. 

About the opportunity

The Building Manager reports to the Construction Director and is part of the MJH Construction team. In this highly rewarding role, you will lead construction operations in the Hunter and Mid North Coast regions to achieve our objectives for safety, cost management, logistics, construction programming, quality and environmental performance. More specifically, your responsibilities will include:

• Provide safety leadership and ensure WH&S is at the forefront for employees and contractors 
• Execute the construction strategy and drive the achievement of KPIs to a high standard
• Actively participate in and raise project risks in weekly team meetings and work with our Site Managers to resolve action items
• Provide leadership, support, and governance to the Construction & Maintenance/Warranty teams
• Uplift the capability of the construction team and service & warranty team in your region through one on one coaching and internal/external training programs
• Coordinate the identification and selection of subcontractors and suppliers in line with agreed procedures and authorities
• Identify opportunities to improve construction processes, safety, customer experience and programmes to align to best practice and operational excellence
• Provide governance and input to ensure our homes are built to standards and codes

About you

You will share a passion for our purpose and be aligned to our core values. In addition, you will demonstrate:

• A tertiary qualification in Building and Construction or equivalent trade experience
• Previous experience in a construction management role with expertise in project management across multiple sites 
• Proven leadership skills and strong focus on mentoring and coaching 
• Excellent understanding of building regulations and ability to ensure homes are built in accordance with all standards and regulations
• An ability to lead and drive a team to deliver high quality projects
• Strong problem-solving skills, energy and drive, and the ability to build a culture of high performance

Our commitment

We believe that our employee community is a key strength of our organisation and we aim to attract the best talent to achieve our strategic goal of being Australia’s number one leading home building group and Employer of Choice in our sector. Our leaders create inclusive teams and value the individual contributions of our employees. We value safety and integrity, and we lead the way in innovation and building better.

Interested?

The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening and depending on the inherent requirements of the role, may involve the completion of a National Police Check and pre-employment medical. 

Apply today!

If you are determined to make a difference and want to join an innovative and inclusive organisation committed to building better lives, click on the APPLY button.  To find out more about NEX Building Group go to mcdonaldjoneshomes.com.au or nexbg.com.au and follow us on LinkedIn.