Project Manager

Location: Adelaide & Regional South Australia (Work from Home + Site Travel)

Do you want to play a hands-on role in delivering high‑quality playgrounds and outdoor fitness spaces that create healthier, happier communities?

We’re looking for a Project Manager who takes full ownership of project delivery - from planning through to completion - across South Australia.

KOMPAN is a global leader in playground and outdoor fitness solutions, delivering projects across councils, schools, and commercial environments.

Our focus is on quality delivery, safety, and long-term asset performance - not just installation.

Own Delivery. Drive Outcomes.

We are looking for a Project Manager who can take full ownership of project delivery - not just coordinate it.

You will take responsibility for end-to-end project delivery - ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to a high standard.

You will manage multiple construction and installation projects, working remotely with frequent site travel. You’ll be trusted to make decisions, manage risk, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to a high standard.

You’ll work closely with subcontractors, clients, councils, and internal teams to keep sites moving and projects on track.

Further, your responsibilities encompass:

• Manage construction and installation projects across South Australia
• Coordinate subcontractors, installers, and site activities
• Ensure compliance with WHS regulations and site safety standards
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and delivery outcomes
• Identify and resolve issues early to avoid delays and rework
• Liaise with clients, councils, and internal stakeholders
• Oversee quality control and project handover
• Minimise defects and reduce after-sales issues

Travel and Location

This is a work-from-home role with regular site travel, managing projects across metro and regional locations.

Project Manager with Construction-related Management Experience

You are a practical, experienced Project Manager who is comfortable working independently and taking ownership of outcomes.

You will bring:

• Experience in construction, civil, landscaping, or installation project management
• Strong understanding of WHS requirements in Australia
• Experience managing subcontractors and site-based teams
• Ability to manage multiple projects at different stages
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills A proactive, organised, and accountable approach

The role requires that you are:

• Based in South Australia
• Willingness to travel regularly to project sites (metro and regional)
• Comfortable working from home and managing your own schedule
• Current driver’s licence

What We Offer

• Work-from-home flexibility
• Fully maintained company vehicle
• Strong pipeline of projects
• Opportunity to take ownership and make an impact
• Support from a national team

KOMPAN - Who are we?

KOMPAN is a global leader in outdoor play and fitness solutions. We design, produce, and install over 1,000 playgrounds and fitness areas every month across 94 countries. Our HQ is based in Odense, Denmark, with manufacturing site in Czech Republic and sales offices worldwide. Read more

What’s our culture like?

We combine professionalism with playfulness. Our teams work across functions and cultures, valuing diversity, creativity, and results.

Why should you work with us?

At KOMPAN we make a real impact - creating healthier, happier communities through play and movement and have done this since 1970. You'll grow your career while changing lives worldwide. This is a very strong purpose to be part of.

How to apply?

“How many projects have you personally delivered end-to-end (from planning through to completion)?

We review applications on an ongoing basis, and you can expect to hear from us once we have selected candidates to proceed to a first interview. You will, of course, hear from us regardless of whether you proceed in the process or not.

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KOMPAN is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all to apply.