Site Manager - Education

Site Manager | Education | Ipswich QLD

Your new company

HAYS has partnered with a well-established commercial builder with a strong reputation across SEQ, seeking an experienced Site Manager to join their team. Known for delivering high-quality institutional, community, and government projects, this organisation continues to secure a growing pipeline of education work across primary, secondary, and tertiary sectors.

Your new role

As Site Manager, you will take full responsibility for the successful on-site delivery of education projects valued between $5M-$30M. You will coordinate trades, manage subcontractors, uphold site safety standards, and ensure program milestones are achieved. You'll work closely with an experienced Project Manager and a supportive leadership team who value structured processes and collaborative delivery.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Managing day-to-day site operations and short-range programming
  • Leading subcontractor coordination, toolbox meetings, and site inductions
  • Ensuring strict WHS compliance and quality assurance standards
  • Monitoring progress, reporting on program, and resolving on-site challenges
  • Maintaining clear communication with consultants, internal teams, and stakeholders
  • Delivering projects in live school environments with minimal disruption

What you'll need to succeed

  • Proven experience as a Site Manager delivering education sector projects

  • Strong understanding of D&C methodologies and government building standards

  • Ability to manage fast-paced sites with multiple trades

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

  • QBCC Site Supervisor or equivalent trade/industry qualification

What you'll get in return

You'll join a respected builder with stable leadership, strong systems, and a consistent pipeline of government-backed work. A competitive salary package is on offer, along with long-term career prospects and a supportive project delivery environment.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to jarred.ware@hays.com.au, or call us now on 3243 3021.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.



LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Construction
Location
QLD - Ipswich
Specialism
Construction
Ref:
2989509

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Jarred Ware, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Brisbane
Level 45, One One One Eagle St, 111 Eagle Street

Telephone: 32433021

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