Residential Project Manager

Lead Architecturally Significant Homes Across Canberra

Lead the delivery of bespoke, architecturally designed homes, working directly with clients, leading architects and skilled trades - from concept through to completion.

Our Approach

Manteena Residential Delivers Bespoke Residential Projects Across The ACT, Including New Homes, Extensions, And Heritage Restorations. Our Work Is Recognised Through Multiple Industry Awards, Including

• MBA National Residential Builder of the Year (2021)
• MBA ACT House of the Year (2023).

To support continued growth, we are introducing a Project Manager role to coordinate clients, trades, and internal stakeholders and ensure consistent delivery from concept to completion.

The Opportunity

This is a client-facing, end-to-end Project Manager role with genuine ownership of projects and outcomes. Working closely with the Operations Manager and Site Manager, you will lead a select portfolio of high-value residential projects, ensuring exceptional delivery across quality, programme, budget and client experience.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Manage 2–4 concurrent bespoke residential projects (scale dependent)
• Oversee delivery from pre-construction through to completion and handover
• Act as the key point of contact for clients, architects and consultants
• Lead project programming, procurement, budgeting and cost control
• Partner with our Operations & Site Manager to ensure quality on-site delivery
• Navigate design complexities and resolve issues while protecting design intent
• Contribute to continuous improvement and mentor emerging team members

Who You Are

You are an experienced construction professional with a background in high-end residential, and a genuine appreciation for the level of care required to deliver exceptional homes.

A Trusted Relationship Builder: You build confidence through clear communication, active listening and integrity. You understand the responsibility of delivering a client’s home and approach it with professionalism, empathy and composure.

Design-Aware & Detail-Oriented: You have a strong appreciation for architectural design, detail resolution and materiality. Experience or qualifications in architecture, interior design or design coordination will be highly regarded.

Structured, Calm & Outcomes-Focused: You are organised, commercially aware and comfortable managing complexity. You bring a measured, solutions-focused approach and thrive in an environment where ownership and accountability are valued.

Essential

Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

• Proven experience delivering custom residential or high-end homes within Australia
• Strong knowledge of NCC/BCA, building codes and compliance requirements
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and technical documentation
• Relevant trade, construction or building-related background

Desirable

• Formal qualification in Building, Construction Management, Architecture or Design.
• Relevant licences or registrations (e.g. Builder’s Licence)
• Experience in architecturally designed or heritage projects

Why Manteena Residential

At Manteena Residential, both your technical expertise and your ability to build meaningful relationships are valued equally. You will be part of a team that is deeply committed to its craft, takes pride in every detail, and supports one another to deliver at a high level while maintaining a balanced, sustainable way of working. If you’re ready to contribute to architecturally significant, legacy projects - and work alongside people who genuinely care about what they build - we’d welcome a conversation.

Apply And Learn More About Our Projects

If you feel you are a good fit for Manteena, click “I'm Interested” and submit your resume and cover letter addressing the above requirements of the position. If you would like more information, please reach out to James Hoskins for a confidential chat on 0461 537 609

Alternatively, please email your resume and covering letter addressing the above criteria to ***email_hidden***

https://manteena.com.au/residential/

We believe that diverse teams build better outcomes. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can bring their whole self to work and feel a genuine sense of belonging. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and those from diverse cultural and community backgrounds.