Project Manager

At Harnest, we're Built for Impact - and we build for it.

As part of Mazzei Group, Harnest is a leading provider of social and affordable housing, Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) and medium-density developments across Victoria, South Australia and New South Wales. We create homes and communities that deliver meaningful, lasting impact for the people who need them most.

Our purpose is backed by a strong commercial foundation. With annual turnover exceeding $100 million and a forward pipeline of more than $150 million, we're a fully integrated business delivering projects across construction, design and development.

Join us and you'll work on projects with genuine social purpose, backed by the scale, capability and stability of an established and growing construction group.

What you’ll be doing

Working closely with government agencies, community housing providers and social impact developers, you'll lead the delivery of high-quality housing projects across Victoria and South Australia.

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of social housing and SDA projects

• Maintain strong project controls across cost, programme, risk and reporting

• Manage AS-based head contracts, variations, EOTs and commercial risk

• Build trusted relationships with government, clients, consultants and key authorities

• Lead and mentor Project Coordinators, Contract Administrators and site teams, driving consistent delivery standards

• Champion a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement

• Support resource planning, project sequencing and performance reporting to drive predictable outcomes

What we need from you

• 5+ years’ experience as a Project Manager within the construction industry

• Strong working knowledge of AS-based contracts and construction regulatory and compliance requirements

• Strong commercial capability across cost control, forecasting, contract administration and risk management

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage and influence at all levels

• Proven leadership capability and a genuine interest in mentoring others, lifting standards and improving the way projects are delivered

What’s in it for you

• Join a privately owned construction and property group with a strong and growing project pipeline

• Take ownership of meaningful projects that deliver tangible outcomes for communities

• Have the opportunity to influence delivery strategy, improve project standards and shape how we work as the business grows

• Work alongside experienced, approachable leaders who are actively involved in the business and invested in their people

• Access clear career development pathways and opportunities across the wider Mazzei Group

• Enjoy a modern Hawthorn office with free secure parking and complimentary gym membership

• Access paid parental leave designed to support our employees and their families

• Be part of a values-led organisation with a genuine commitment to people, quality and excellence

At Mazzei Group, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.