Asset & Refurbishment Project Manager (Parental Leave)

Do you love to build genuine connections, nurture belonging and enhance life? At Aveo, you can do just that and more. Join us and feel confident to embrace new challenges in our supportive culture. Bring your whole-self to work, grow as you learn new things and be rewarded through the joy of helping others. Together let's redefine retirement living for senior Australians.

Location: Aveo Sydney Retirement Communities – primarily across Northern Beaches & North Shore

Opportunity: Fixed Term Full-Time (parental leave) |

July 2026 – March 2027

Reports To: National Manager – Asset Management

The Opportunity

Aveo has an opportunity for an Asset & Refurbishment Project Manager to oversee unit refurbishments as well as CAPEX projects across a portfolio of our Sydney retirement communities. You will coordinate unit refurbishment works prior to resident entry, working closely with contractors and internal stakeholders, and ensuring homes and any community facility upgrades are delivered to a high standard, on time and within budget.

Your Impact

• Manage and deliver reinstatement and refurbishment projects across vacating units and apartments to achieve the best outcome for Aveo and residents
• Manage internal and external repair works and planned CAPEX projects to communal facilities as per the 2026 programme
• Work closely with builders, contractors, Sales teams and Community Operations to support smooth project delivery
• Ensure refurbishment timeframes are met so homes are ready for market
• Contribute to maintaining quality standards, cost control and consistent delivery outcomes
• Conduct site visits to monitor project progress, safety and quality and update project information within CRM systems
• Provide day-to-day support and updates to community operations teams on refurbishment activities
• Complete administrative processes including purchase orders, work approvals, business cases, tender coordination and project tracking

What You'll Bring

• Demonstrated experience in project management, facilities management, asset management or similar roles within a commercial or residential setting
• Experience working with contractors and supporting the delivery of building, renovation or refurbishment works
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills with on-site operational teams
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Competent with Microsoft Office; experience with project or CRM systems is desirable
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality outcomes
• A building, construction or project-related qualification (desirable but not essential)

Why Aveo?

• A role with purpose – spend your day in our retirement communities, helping upgrade and refresh homes and shared spaces for our residents
• Manage projects across a portfolio of retirement communities, offering variety, familiar travel and meaningful relationships with local teams
• Vehicle allowance, phone and laptop are provided
• Employee Referral Program and Employee Assistance Program
• Health and well-being benefits including paid leave days, health insurance, retail and leisure discounts, plus annual flu vaccinations and skin checks
• Join a growing industry that is purpose-driven and provides a better work/life balance

Who We Are

As a leader in retirement living, with 30 years' experience, Aveo provides the stability and confidence to try new things and keep innovating. Owned by The Living Company, we're on an exciting journey of growth. Our in-house range of services is holistic, supporting our customers in their independence for as long as possible. This helps us deliver seamless experience for our 10,000 residents across 60+ diverse communities nationwide. We're a dedicated group of over 1000 caring, friendly team members; united with our core values; Kindness, Care and Respect. Together we create thriving communities that help retired Australians be their best selves.

What's Next

Apply now and take the to first step in Bringing your Passion to life! We are ready to welcome you.

Aveo is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, with a focus on hiring great people regardless of their race, gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, background, religion, age, or sexual orientation. We treasure skills, expertise, and commitment. Our goal is to attract, develop, motivate, reward, and retain the best talent in the industry. Diversity is essential to our success; we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all our people feel comfortable being their authentic selves, and embraced for who they are.