At Bunnings, you’ll make a positive difference to our business and beyond.

Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand and a major supplier to project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry. Operating from a network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites, and online, Bunnings caters for consumer and commercial customers.

By joining our passionate and diverse team, you will have the opportunity to grow, develop, have fun and make a positive difference – to our customers and the communities where we live and work.

We are seeking an experienced Project manager to join our Bunnings Property Team

 

About the role:

 

As a Project Manager you will be responsible for “end to end” project ownership where you are responsible for project planning, scheduling, administration, quality control, resource allocation, accounting and safety.

 

Reporting to the Head of Construction, you will monitor the progress of the building activities and ensure these activities are sequenced to pre-determined schedules to minimise the disruption to customers and store teams.

 

Communication and leadership capability are also key in this role where you will lead your project team to the end goal in a customer friendly manner and reinforce business requirements and standards to internal and external project stakeholders.

 

As the Project Manager - Construction, you can also expect to: 

Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions with consultants and contractors & manage, insurances, bonds or bank guaranteesAll projects are delivered in accordance with approved scope of works, format standards and specificationsRecommend design improvements, cost and time saving improvementsEffective management of assets (i.e. Equipment, Fittings and Fixtures)Integrate compliance requirements into business practicesLiaise with Store Management and minimise project disruption on store operations and customersFacilitate pre-construction due diligence team activitiesEnsure all approvals and certificates are obtained in a timely mannerComplete handover procedures to the store and maintenance teams in a timely mannerEnsure compilation of Warranty and As Built DocumentationEnsure sites are kept safe and free of hazards with minimal disruption to the customer.

About You

Joining a highly supportive and collaborative team you will possess exceptional organisational, planning, stakeholder management and communication skills. Your innate leadership and project management skills has seen you excel in your career thus far.

 

In addition you will need: 

Degree in Construction Management, Building, Engineering or related disciplineExperience in project management in the design and construction industrySpecific on-site project management experience on medium scale projects and retail projects desirableMinimum 5 years proven leadership experienceCompletion of OH&S Induction Training for Construction Industry Worker (White Card)Strong communication skills – both written & verbal with a strong influential flairPlanning and organisational skills with proven experience delivering projects on timeOperational experience of project delivery software desirable.

We’re here to support you.

Bunnings strives to ensure everyone is treated fairly and our team are committed to supporting you at any stage of your recruitment journey. Be sure to let us know if you require an adjustment and we can provide the most appropriate support for you. Contact us at jobs@bunnings.com.au and a member of the team will be in touch.

You’ll be part of a workplace where you’ll feel like you belong.

 

There's so much on offer when you're part of our Bunnings team with benefits including:

Our flexible and informal work environment which helps bring balance between work and home.

Team discount at Bunnings, OnePass and with other Wesfarmers retailers including Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Catch.

Discounts from corporate partners (such as private health insurance, gyms, car rental) and cost price food and drinks at our Bunnings café.

12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender, annual flu vaccinations and health checks.

The opportunity to create a real difference in your local community and environment.

Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter.

  

Please note that if your application progresses to the reference check stage, you may be required to submit a police check. If your search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role.