Fitout (PMO) Project Manager

About Lendlease

With a national delivery capability, Lendlease Construction provides innovative and industry-leading project management, design and construction services driven by sector focused knowledge and experience. We push boundaries and embrace challenges. Our clients come to us when it’s important to handle complexity, drive diversity, offer strategic and long-term value, and to create innovative and sustainable solutions. 

About the Role

Reporting to the PMO National Convenience Lead, the Fit out (PMO) Project Manager will lead fitout projects through their entire lifecycle—from concept and design to construction and closeout—ensuring delivery excellence, compliance with governance standards, and strong stakeholder engagement. This is a multifaceted role requiring strong organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage several projects at once in a fast-paced environment. You’ll be part of a close-knit team spread across Australia, working collaboratively to deliver outstanding results.

Responsibilities include but not limited to

• Manage multiple fit out projects end-to-end, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and budget.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, tracking progress against key milestones.
• Oversee program of works and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Ensure all projects adhere to governance frameworks, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, designers, contractors, and authorities, maintaining strong relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and manage risks, issues, and change requests effectively.
• Provide regular status updates and reporting to senior management.
• Drive continuous improvement and best practices in project delivery.

About You

• Proven experience in managing fit out projects within construction or property sectors.
• Experience managing program of works (not just individual projects).
• Proven ability to deliver end-to-end projects from concept to completion.
• Exposure to retail fit out projects is highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of program management principles and methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting and cost control.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, or similar).
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Construction Management, Project Management, or Engineering

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 
• Balance your career and personal life with work flexibility, purchase additional annual leave and extensive family support benefits.  
• 26 weeks paid parental leave for both parents.  
• 3x extra Wellbeing days per year (on top of annual leave).  
• Large pipeline of project work for career development and growth opportunities 
• Bonus scheme, Employee Share Acquisition program and options for salary sacrificing.  

To find out more about us and to explore all other opportunities visit www.lendlease.com/careers

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.