Development Project Manager

Lendlease is a real estate business that operates as three deep capabilities of Investments, Development and Construction. The future belongs to all of us. We’re committed to creating benefit for all, in everything we do. 

We’re proud to be a global leader in designing and building sustainable, innovative and vibrant city places. Many of our urban developments across the world have become thriving, iconic destinations that have revitalised cities and delivered lasting social benefit.

About the Role:

We are looking for a Development Project Manager to join our Athletes Village Development Team. Reporting to the Senior Development Project Manager, in this role you will drive the safe, timely and cost‑efficient delivery of physical works across the project. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading delivery planning across design management, cost management, authority approvals, procurement, program development and construction delivery.

• Managing consultants, contractors and key stakeholders to ensure outcomes align with the business plan and project objectives.

• Supporting the development of accurate budgets, cashflows and delivery programs.

• Ensuring compliance with Lendlease GMRs and leading a strong safety culture on site.

• Managing contracts, tenders, variations and commercial processes.

• Contributing to project strategy, documentation, risk identification and mitigation.

About you:

You will bring a commitment to safety and high-quality project outcomes. You will have a collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to your work with.  You will also have:

• 5+ years’ experience delivering civil infrastructure, subdivision works, and/or building construction projects.

• Proven capability managing budgets, programs, risks and consultant/contractor performance.

• Tertiary qualifications in Project Management, Construction, Engineering or similar (desirable).

• Experience with procurement, contract negotiation, tender management and commercial administration.

• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, council requirements and approval processes.

About Us: 

We are committed to developing and retaining the best people and provide the best possible learning and development opportunities. We are a company who thrive on our employee’s wellbeing, and offer benefits including:  

• Health & Well-being program, including well-being leave to relax and recharge, health assessments, and gym/exercise discounts

• 26 weeks paid parental leave   

• 3x extra Wellbeing days per year (on top of annual leave)

At Lendlease we offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equitable treatment and equitable opportunity are just the norm. We remain committed to supporting under-represented groups and providing a wide range of inclusion initiatives, so that everyone is supported to thrive.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is reflected in our Elevate Reconciliation Action Plan, our Bronze Award with the Australian Workplace Equality Index by Pride in Diversity, and our generous parental leave policy of 26 weeks to any parent regardless of gender.

Lendlease welcomes applicants regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, people with a disability, sexual orientation, or life stage. If you do not meet all the criteria or require adjustments to proceed with your application, we encourage you to reach out for a further discussion.