Job Overview & Organization Mission

Direct the end-to-end design and construction of multi-hundred-million-dollar premium commercial office towers and urban mixed-use precincts at Lendlease.

Lendlease Building is seeking a proven Commercial Construction Project Director to take charge of landmark commercial high-rise projects in Sydney. Leading integrated teams of project managers, commercial managers, design directors, and site superintendents, you will have total accountability for safety culture, architectural excellence, financial profitability, and client satisfaction from early bid stage to practical completion.

As a key member of the team at Lendlease in Sydney, NSW, you will play a central role in driving excellence, upholding top-tier Australian industry standards, and contributing directly to the strategic milestones of one of the nation’s premier employers.

Key Duties & Core Responsibilities

In this critical role, your operational duties and key performance responsibilities will encompass:

• Provide executive: Provide executive leadership for major commercial building contracts exceeding $250M+ in capital value.
• Direct Design: Direct Design & Construct (D&C) workflows, value engineering workshops, and buildability assessments.
• Oversee procurement: Oversee procurement strategy for major trade packages including structural concrete, facade curtain walls, and building services.
• Champion exemplary: Champion exemplary safety standards, mental health initiatives, and sustainability milestones (6-Star Green Star / WELL Platinum).
• Maintain executive: Maintain executive relationships with institutional property fund owners, architects, and government consent authorities.

Required Qualifications, Licenses & Experience

To be successful in this position at Lendlease, candidates are expected to satisfy the following essential selection criteria:

• Mandatory Qualification: Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or Building.
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 10+ Years of verified industry experience in Australia or recognized overseas equivalence.
• 10+ years of senior leadership experience in tier-1 commercial high-rise construction.
• Proven track record successfully delivering premium grade commercial office towers or complex urban developments.
• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Building Science.
• Superior commercial negotiation, executive stakeholder alignment, and team inspirational leadership ability.

Core Competencies & Key Technical Proficiencies

The successful applicant will possess demonstrated capabilities across the following domain skill sets:

Salary, Compensation & Employee Benefits

At Lendlease, we understand that our people drive our achievements. An outstanding remuneration and wellbeing package is provided in line with Australian benchmarks:

• Competitive Remuneration: AU$220,000 – AU$270,000 per year + standard Australian Superannuation (11.5%).
• Executive remuneration package ($220,000 – $270,000) + Lendlease performance profit-share bonuses.
• Work from world-class Barangaroo headquarters with unmatched facilities and harbour views.
• Extensive health benefits, corporate wellbeing allowance, and executive equity plans.
• Leave Entitlements: 4 weeks annual leave (with 17.5% annual leave loading where applicable) plus 10 days paid personal/carer’s leave.
• Flexible Work: Progressive work-life balance options with supportive corporate culture and leadership development pathways.

About the Employer: Lendlease

Lendlease is a globally integrated real estate group with development, construction, and investment capabilities creating places that inspire.

Lendlease is deeply committed to building diverse, equitable, and culturally inclusive work environments. We proudly celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals including First Nations Australians, people with disabilities, and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Application Process & Next Steps

Applications for this position are currently open and being reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible before the published closing date.

Please prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a tailored Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience against the key selection criteria outlined above.

To proceed with your application, click the Apply on Employer Site button to access the official Lendlease careers gateway.