Full time, Ongoing role
Hybrid work, 2 days per week in office
Sydney or Melbourne location
Join the world’s largest humanitarian movement

About Red Cross

Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for humanity.

About the role

As the Manager - Property Projects and Fitouts for the National Property portfolio of Australian Red Cross, you will be responsible for leading the end-to-end project management of tenancy and fit-out projects from initial concept design through to final completion.

You will be at the heart of transforming our workplaces into dynamic, human-centered environments that foster innovation, collaboration and sustainability. From tech-enabled fit-outs to agile space upgrades and cutting-edge refurbishment projects, you will play a pivotal role in reimagining and optimising our workplaces.

This is a hands-on and multifaceted role, encompassing the full scope of capital works with responsibilities including overseeing lease negotiations relating to landlord fit-out obligations, managing contractors and consultants, ensuring WHS compliance and supporting facilities maintenance.

About you

With substantial experience managing large-scale retail or commercial fit-out projects and Project Management experience in a construction environment, you will demonstrate flexibility and problem-solving acumen to manage complex challenges across diverse project environments. Leveraging your expertise, you will ensure that all projects are delivered efficiently and effectively, meeting high standards of quality, safety and compliance.

Success in this role will require the ability to coordinate a broad range of stakeholders, including landlords, contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders, to ensure timely delivery within budget and to the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance.

Skills and experience

Demonstrated sound technical knowledge and expertise in Building Codes, Australian Standards and Regulatory requirements
Comprehensive technical knowledge of large-scale retail or commercial fit-out projects, with strong knowledge of construction processes, tenancy design and sustainability practices
Substantial knowledge and understanding of Australian building codes, accessibility standards, and relevant legislation.
Familiarity with design software and project management tools, and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Strong financial and commercial knowledge gained through experience
Ability to operate under limited direction from senior employees and work with and lead teams and people from diverse backgrounds and create a collaborative working environment
High level of interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Undertake significant projects involving sound analytical skills and demonstrated ability to assess, evaluate and solve complex construction issues
Problem Solving & Initiative: Able to analyse complex issues, think critically, and take initiative to solve problems - especially in situations where there are no clear processes or precedents.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Excellent communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external parties. Achieve the best outcomes by bringing people together to work towards common goals.
Customer Focus: Build strong relationships and take ownership of delivering solutions that meet stakeholder needs, rather than waiting for direction.
Planning & Coordination: Highly organised, able to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively and meet tight deadlines while coordinating inputs from multiple parties.

Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanity

Work flexibility: Australian Red Cross operates under a hybrid working model which includes two days on-site and three days from home

Financial wellbeing: In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary. You can salary package up to $15,900 for living expenses (such as rent, groceries, utility bills); up to $2,650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation and purchase additional annual leave.

Life, Health & Wellbeing: You can access a paid ‘Me’ day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave options. You can also tap into specialist health and wellbeing advice.

Career development: Access to ongoing learning, training, and development.

Further information

This role is covered by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award - Level 6. Competitive salary + superannuation + salary packaging options.

To find out more about this opportunity or to obtain a copy of the Position Description, please email Kit Wong on kiwong@redcross.org.au.

Applications must be submitted online prior to 11.55pm AEST Sunday 24th May 2026 to be considered for this role.

While we appreciate all interest in our organisation, we won’t engage with or accept candidates from agencies or consulting firms on this occasion.

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