Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager

Date Posted:

Australia

Location: Port Melbourne VIC, Australia

At Otis, our people make the difference. Every day, we work together to deliver innovative solutions that keep the world moving. Join a global industry leader where collaboration, development, and empowerment help both our people and our business reach new heights.

Be part of Otis, recognised among Forbes World's Best Employers 2025, and help shape some of Victoria's most exciting construction and infrastructure projects.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Construction Project Manager to join our team in Port Melbourne, Victoria.

Reporting to the Senior Construction Operations Manager, you will lead the successful delivery of New Equipment (NE) and Modernisation (MOD) projects, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This role offers the opportunity to work with major builders, consultants, developers, and stakeholders across a diverse portfolio of projects while leading high-performing installation teams.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive base salary + Superannuation
• Car allowance
• Project Manager incentive scheme
• Career development opportunities with a global market leader
• Access to training, leadership development, and mentoring programs
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunity to work on iconic projects across Victoria

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and administer New Equipment and Modernisation projects in line with the Otis Sales Installation Process (SIP).
• Lead installation teams to achieve safety, quality, schedule, and financial targets.
• Monitor project programs and ensure site activities are completed according to approved schedules.
• Attend site meetings and provide leadership to allocated installation labour and subcontractors.
• Plan workforce requirements and maintain effective resource allocation across projects.
• Recruit, coach, develop, and motivate field teams to build a high-performance culture.
• Develop strong relationships with customers, builders, consultants, government inspectors, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor project performance, manage risks, and proactively resolve issues.
• Ensure all project documentation, contract records, site diaries, timesheets, and safety reports are accurately maintained.
• Participate in project reviews and provide regular updates to branch and head office management.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Building, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline. An Electrical or Mechanical Trade qualification will be highly regarded.

• Hold full Australia working rights and must have a current Australian driver's license.

• Proven experience leading installation teams, technicians, mechanics, or subcontractors.

• Minimum 3-5 years' project management experience, ideally within the elevator, escalator, construction, building services, or related industries.

• Strong commercial awareness and contract management experience.

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Strong planning, organisation, and problem-solving capabilities.

• The ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with diverse teams.

• A commitment to safety, customer service, and continuous improvement.

• If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis click here.

• Become a part of the Otis team and help us Build what's next!

• Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law.