Harnest is the social and affordable housing arm of the Mazzei Group, delivering social housing, Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) and medium-density projects across Victoria and South Australia. With a strong pipeline and long-term government and community partners, Harnest is focused on predictable delivery, quality outcomes and lasting social impact - building not just projects, but stronger communities. The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of one of our new Medium-Density projects. You’ll be responsible for end-to-end project leadership, from pre-construction and procurement through to completion, ensuring outcomes are commercially sound, technically robust and socially meaningful. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of medium-density social housing Establish and maintain strong cost, program, risk and reporting disciplines across multiple projects Manage AS-based head contracts, variations, EOTs and commercial risk with confidence Build and maintain trusted relationships with government, client, consultant and authority stakeholders Mentor Project Coordinators, Contract Administrators and Site teams, embedding consistent standards and behaviours Drive a culture of quality, safety and continuous improvement across the portfolio Support resource planning, sequencing and performance reporting to ensure predictable outcomes About You 10 years’ experience as a Project Manager within construction, ideally across medium-density or commercial tier 2 or 3 space Strong working knowledge of AS-based contracts, regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements Commercially astute, with disciplined approaches to cost control, forecasting and risk management Confident communicator who can engage senior stakeholders and provide clear, balanced advice A leader who coaches others, raises standards and creates systems that endure Why Join Harnest Join a values-led construction group, backed by the Mazzei Group, with the stability and scale to support complex, long-term delivery Work within a business delivering $100m in annual turnover and a strong forward pipeline of $150m Lead meaningful, purpose-driven projects across social housing, SDA and medium-density that deliver real community outcomes Be part of a fully integrated, end-to-end business spanning advisory, design and construction — enabling greater control, collaboration and quality outcomes Step into a role where you’re trusted to set standards, influence delivery models and shape how projects are delivered, not just manage them Work alongside experienced, grounded and approachable leaders who are actively involved in projects and genuinely invested in their people Diversity & Inclusion Harnest is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace . We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women, LGBTQIA individuals, people with disability, and those who may face barriers to employment. Contact: louise.rorke@mazzei.com.au
