Project Manager (h-adapt)
At Hickory, we don’t believe in standing still, for over three decades we have continually invested in researching and developing systems and products to improve the way we build. Our philosophy is ‘MADE for LIFE’ – it’s a commitment we honour, each day. Everything we do and everything we build is ‘MADE for LIFE.’ Whether it’s refining our patented, prefabricated building products, developing more efficient and sustainable construction practices, or bringing expertise inhouse to supply critical components, we always believe there is a better way. As a result, Hickory have become one of the most diverse property companies in Australia.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Project Manager plays a critical role in the successful delivery of H-Adapt projects, focusing on repurposing existing buildings, refurbishments, infrastructure upgrades, and retrofit/fit-out works. Leveraging Hickory’s experienced construction and development capability, H-Adapt is leading a new era of construction through smarter, more sustainable asset transformation.
We are experiencing strong growth within H-Adapt and have a solid workbook ahead. We are seeking Project Managers with proven experience delivering projects in live environments, particularly across asset upgrades, refurbishments, and fit-out works within sectors such as retail, commercial office, and hotels, with the ability to manage staging and delivery while minimising disruption to ongoing operations.
WHAT HICKORY CAN OFFER
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a balanced work-life schedule with a standard 5-day work week.
- Family-Friendly Policies: Receive paid parental leave to support your family needs.
- Novated Leases: Take advantage of novated leasing options to maximize your salary and enjoy tax savings on vehicle expenses.
- H-Perks Employee Rewards: Access exclusive discounts, cashback and everyday savings through our internal benefits platform.
- Employee Wellbeing: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for valuable support and resources.
- Diverse Opportunities: Gain exposure to a wide range of roles and industry leaders in our leading market company.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Project Planning & Delivery: Develop and drive project plans, including staging and methodologies suited to refurbishment and live environment works, ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
- Contract Management: Oversee head contract and subcontract performance, ensuring commercial obligations are met, risks are mitigated, and favourable project outcomes are achieved.
- Commercial & Financial Oversight: Maintain strong financial control across projects, including budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and identification of value engineering opportunities.
- Live Environment Delivery: Lead the safe and efficient execution of works within occupied or operational sites, coordinating access, staging, and stakeholder requirements.
- Resource & Subcontractor Leadership: Manage and direct subcontractors and trades, ensuring productivity, quality, and alignment with program outcomes.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure all works meet design intent, client expectations, and Hickory quality standards, particularly across fit-out and refurbishment finishes.
- Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, tenants, consultants, and internal teams, ensuring clear and consistent communication.
- Risk & Safety Management: Identify and manage project risks, ensuring compliance with all HSEQ requirements, particularly in complex live environments.
- Program Management: Drive project timelines, sequencing, and coordination to achieve key milestones and successful delivery.
- Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop project team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THE ROLE
- Relevant Qualifications: Bachelor of Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Project Management or equivalent.
- Refurbishment & Fit-Out Experience: 7+ experience delivering commercial construction projects, with a strong focus on refurbishments, fit-outs, and asset upgrades.
- Live Environment Expertise: Proven experience managing projects within operational or occupied environments, with an understanding of staging, access, and stakeholder constraints.
- Sector Experience: Exposure to projects across retail, commercial office, hospitality, or similar sectors highly regarded.
- Commercial & Financial Acumen: Strong capability in managing project budgets, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Program & Delivery Focus: Demonstrated ability to plan, sequence, and deliver complex refurbishment projects to program.
- Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across clients, consultants, and delivery teams.