Mid-Level, Senior

Site Manager (New Building Solutions)

Kone

Brisbane, Australia · On-site

Competitive remuneration package – Base + Car + Incentives
Work with industry-leading products, innovative technology, and world-class solutions
Join a global organisation committed to employee development, safety excellence, and quality standards

At KONE, we bring buildings to life.

Look around and you’ll see KONE in buildings everywhere. Through our technical expertise and digital connectivity, we provide an essential service to communities around the world – keep people moving no matter what.

Our work will take you in different directions.

We are seeking a Site Manager to join our New Building Solutions team in Brisbane, QLD. In this role, you will oversee and coordinate multiple projects, ensuring successful delivery through effective leadership, resource management, and customer engagement. You will play a key role in motivating and guiding your team, fostering a positive work environment, and driving outstanding project outcomes.

What will you be doing?

Coordinate the delivery, storage, and distribution of materials, equipment, and tools across project sites.
Monitor site progress, labour productivity, and installation schedules to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to quality standards.
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, subcontractors, and key stakeholders throughout project delivery.
Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with KONE's safety standards, procedures, and site requirements.
Lead, coach, and develop site teams to achieve high performance and exceptional customer outcomes.
Oversee installation quality and site inspections to ensure compliance with specifications, standards, and customer expectations.
Identify, manage, and resolve site risks, issues, and constraints to minimise impacts on project delivery.
Identify and manage scope changes and site-driven requirements, ensuring impacts are communicated and documented to support successful project delivery.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and project outcomes.
Work closely with Project Managers and the Delivery Operations Manager to ensure successful project execution and completion.
Lead site meetings and provide regular updates on project progress, performance, and key risks.
Maintain accurate project documentation, site records, and compliance requirements in accordance with company standards.

What are we looking for?

Experience managing project delivery at a site level desired.
Relevant trade or construction qualification preferred.
Leadership experience desired.
Lift industry experience highly regarded.
Strong commitment to safety, quality, and compliance.
Excellent planning, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Customer-focused with the ability to influence positive outcomes.
High attention to detail and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
Current Australian Driver's Licence; rigid vehicle licence advantageous.

There’s so much more to KONE than you may realise.

Enjoy career progression opportunities within a global organisation.
Access a range of benefits that engage and motivate our employees and help us make KONE a great place to work.
Grow with comprehensive learning and development programs covering a wide range of professional skills.
Excellent culture and supportive team.
Work in a dynamic, evolving business environment.
Be part of a collaborative and forward‑thinking community.

If you are a Construction or Engineering Graduate looking to progress into a Team Leader role, we would love to hear from you.

Note: Applicants must either be a permanent resident or citizen of Australia or New Zealand to apply for this position.

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

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