State Construction Manager - Qld
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About the Role
Woolworths Group is seeking a State Construction Manager to lead a team of 30+ project managers in Queensland, overseeing the end-to-end delivery of 15-25 retail projects annually.
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Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and galvanize a high energy team of 30+ project managers across Queensland
- Take end to end accountability for successful delivery of 15 25 diverse retail projects annually, ensuring safety, quality, and financial targets
- Partner with internal property and finance teams to ensure project alignment and resolve complex commercial disputes
- Oversee construction and fit out activities with a safety first approach within operational stores
- Contribute to long term vision of Plan & Construct department by identifying efficiency gains and scaling the team
- Lead and inspire a high performing, deeply engaged team of construction experts
Requirements
- Proven track record of leading large, multi disciplinary teams
- Deep technical knowledge of construction project management specifically within 'live' retail environments and complex store renewals
- Exceptional skills in engaging senior internal executives and managing critical relationships
- Experience managing large scale capital budgets of $100M+
- Ability to navigate complex contract negotiations and risk mitigation
- Safety first mindset with solid understanding of Building Code of Australia, relevant Australian Standards
- Valid Construction White Card
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Overview
- Oversee the end to end delivery of 15 25 retail projects per year
- Use your deep construction knowledge to manage senior stakeholders and navigate complex 'live' retail environments
- Lead and inspire our elite construction team to new heights of excellence
About Woolworths Group
- We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose – 'to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.'
- We are the national team of 5,000+ bright minds designing, developing and innovating the retail stores of the future across construction, operations, sustainability, data, refrigeration, and everything in between.
What you'll do
- Lead, mentor, and galvanize a high energy team of 30+ project managers across Queensland. Your focus is on fostering a culture that is as collaborative and fun as it is hardworking and high achieving.
- Take end to end accountability for the successful delivery of 15 25 diverse retail projects annually, ensuring they meet strict safety, quality, and financial targets.
- Partner with internal property and finance teams to ensure project alignment and resolve complex commercial disputes.
- Oversee construction and fit out activities with a safety first approach within operational stores, ensuring zero negative impact on customer experience or store sales.
- Contribute to the long term vision of the Plan & Construct department by identifying efficiency gains and scaling the team to meet evolving business needs.
- Lead and inspire a high performing, deeply engaged team of construction experts moving beyond project management to act as a senior influencer and mentor.
What you'll bring
- A proven track record of leading large, multi disciplinary teams. You know how to connect with people, build genuine relationships, and maintain high morale in a high pressure environment.
- Deep technical knowledge of construction project management specifically within 'live' retail environments and complex store renewals.
- Exceptional skills in engaging senior internal executives and managing critical relationships.
- Experience managing large scale capital budgets of $100M+ and the ability to navigate complex contract negotiations and risk mitigation.
- A safety first mindset with a solid understanding of the Building Code of Australia, relevant Australian Standards and a valid Construction White Card
What You’ll Experience
- Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands
- A global business with endless career possibilities
- An attractive remuneration package
- A range of programs to help you prioritise and manage your wellbeing, including a competitive leave policy and 24/7 access to the Sonder app
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