Construction Project Manager

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end construction process for new restaurant builds and refurbishments ensuring all GYG stores are built on time to standard and within budget.

This includes ensuring each project aligns with approved designs landlord agreements and financial commitments while managing all external and internal stakeholders throughout the construction phase.

This role requires close collaboration with Development and Design teams to ensure all stores are executed to GYGs quality standards operational requirements and strategic growth objectives.

More specifically you will:

• Provide end-to-end project management for all new builds and major & Minor refurbishments in QLD

• Ensure all projects are delivered on time and in line with financial year commitments

• Proactively identify and resolve construction challenges to maintain timelines and avoid delays
• Deliver all construction projects within or under the approved budget maximising cost efficiencies without compromising quality
• Monitor construction costs contractor expenses and unforeseen expenditures ensuring financial discipline
• Identify and implement cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality standards
• Ensure all restaurants are built in strict adherence to approved designs specifications and quality benchmarks
• Validate that construction meets GYGs operational and brand requirements ensuring consistency across all locations
• Confirm that all construction aligns with landlord agreements obtaining necessary approvals and addressing compliance issues
• Act as the primary liaison between all external contractors landlords suppliers and regulatory bodies during the construction phase
• Partner with Design Managers to ensure seamless translation of design plans into construction execution
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with internal leadership finance and operations teams to ensure alignment on project progress
• Identify and mitigate potential risks delays and compliance issues throughout the construction lifecycle
• Conduct quality checks and site inspections to ensure work meets GYGs standards before handover

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Construction Management Civil/Structural Engineering Architecture or a related field
• 3 or more years of post-graduate experience in construction project management or a built environment role
• Experience on commercial retail or hospitality fitout projects is advantageous
• Strong understanding of construction processes site management contractor coordination and budget control
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple construction projects at different stages with tight timelines
• Knowledge of building codes permits and regulatory compliance requirements
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with experience managing landlords contractors and internal teams

Skills & Attributes

• Strong cultural fit: collaborative adaptable and aligned to GYGs high-energy brand values
• Good interpersonal and communication skills comfortable across different levels and with external parties
• A Self-motivated with a high level of initiative and a strong work ethic
• A team player with a positive disposition and willingness to learn
• Organised and detail-oriented able to manage multiple tasks across concurrent projects
• Competent in MS Office (Word Excel) project management tools and Bluebeam (access and licensing provided by the business)
• Knowledge of or interest in AI tools and their application in construction and project management is highly regarded
• Willingness to travel intrastate and interstate as required
• Valid Australian drivers licence

Benefits

Were incredibly proud of our amazing people and always have each others backs. Whether youre working in restaurant at our Hola Central head office or as one of our partners we are so passionate about living our values every single day.

These are just some of the benefits that come with working at GYG:

• Flexibility to work from home on one day each week
• Up to 5 weeks of annual leave through our Love Ya Leave program
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Eligibility to participate in our annual short term incentive plan
• Generous long term incentive plan
• A conveniently located office in Transport House above the Fortitude Valley train station
• GYG gift card topped up with $250 annually to spend in our restaurants
• Access to our exclusive GYG merchandise that cannot be bought - think caps/hats hoodies socks backpacks and much more!
• A relaxed office environment that allows you to dress for your day youll find most of us in our GYG hoodies jeans and sneakers!

Ready to join the family Apply now to start the conversation

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time