Reporting to the General Manager – Property, this role will oversee the end-to-end capital works program across both Amart and Freedom Furniture, including new stores, refurbishments, right-sizing projects and developer-led builds.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys driving complex projects and can confidently lead both strategy and execution.

Capital Works Program Management

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of capital works projects across new stores, fit outs, refurbishments and replacement stores
• Manage program governance including schedules, budgets, reporting and risk management
• Oversee portfolio reporting, project performance and makegood obligations across the brands

Strategic Input & New Store Development

• Provide expert advice on design, constructability, cost and delivery risk during feasibility and planning stages
• Support new store and replacement store assessments from a capital works perspective
• Assist in reviewing Agreements for Lease and project obligations
• Contribute to annual capital planning and long-term project strategy

Project Delivery – Fitout & Developer-Led Builds

• Manage projects from initiation through to completion and defects resolution
• Oversee project scopes, budgets, timelines, approvals and contractor performance
• Ensure compliance across construction standards, fire compliance, WHS and regulatory requirements
• Drive quality outcomes across store layouts, fit outs and new concept rollouts

Financial Management

• Manage project and portfolio-level budgets, cashflow forecasting and reforecasting
• Monitor project financial performance and provide variance reporting
• Identify value-engineering opportunities while maintaining quality and compliance outcomes

People Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor and develop the capital works project team
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors and leadership teams
• Support team capability growth and future workforce planning as project volumes expand

Compliance, WHS & Risk

• Ensure all projects comply with WHS legislation, environmental regulations and building codes
• Promote a safety-first and compliant project delivery culture
• Proactively manage project risks and escalate key issues where required

What We’re Looking For

Experience

• 7–10+ years’ client-side project management experience
• Background in retail, commercial fit out, or developer-led construction projects
• Proven experience delivering multiple concurrent projects and managing capital works budgets
• Previous leadership experience managing project teams

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of the full project management lifecycle
• Deep knowledge of fit out construction, design coordination and compliance requirements
• Experience reviewing Agreements for Lease, development deeds and construction contracts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project (or equivalent) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Formal Project Management qualifications (PMP, AIPM or similar) preferred

Leadership & Interpersonal Skills

• Hands-on, commercially astute and solutions-focused leader
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Collaborative mindset with a strong focus on accountability and outcomes

Why Join Us?

• Lead major projects across two iconic retail brands
• Influence large-scale property and capital works strategy
• Join a fast-paced and growing environment with strong career growth opportunities
• Work alongside a collaborative and high-performing leadership team