Kennards Hire

Project Manager - KMP

Kennards Hire  •  Seven Hills, AU (Onsite)  •  7 hours ago
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Job Description

Project Manager - Major Projects

Sydney, NSW

  • Join a Leading Family-Owned Equipment Hire Company | Embrace Work Flexibility
  • Drive Success through Exciting Major Projects Across Industries
  • Competitive Compensation + Dual Cab Hilux & Fuel Card + Profit Share Scheme

About the role

Kennards Hire is looking for a Project Manager who is driven by success, thrives in a fast paced environment and is known for their ability to build and maintain strong relationships with our customers and internal stakeholders.

Reporting to the State Major Projects Manager, this role is part of the Kennards Major Projects division and responsible for supporting individual major projects on site with our Tier 1 customers in Sydney Metro.

The Project Manager will work closely with nearby Hire branches to meet the business requirements of our major projects customers and coordinating on- site related tasks to ensure customer experience and financial targets are met.

Responsibilities;

  • End to end management of projects for Kennards Major Projects Customers.
  • Plan project equipment levels to meet Customer project needs
  • Develop and maintain strong customer relationships and networks
  • Prepare reports and improvement actions, manage project profitability, complete safety work method statements
  • Assist with preparation of subcontractor purchase orders as well as co-ordinate and plan site scheduling, including deliveries
  • General project admin and correspondence with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, consultants
  • Asset management
  • As some projects may be in remote area, travel may be a requirement of the role.

Required skills & experience

  • Demonstrated previous experience engaging with customers in a management/supervisory role, with the ability to effectively delegate and deliver.
  • Strong financial acumen and experience with P&L's
  • Experience within the building/construction industry
  • Must have a current drivers licence
  • Able to multitask and manage schedules
  • Intermediate experience in Microsoft (excel, word etc)
  • Attention to detail

Why Join the Kennards Hire Family?

At Kennards Hire, you're not just doing a job - you're part of a team that backs each other every day. No matter your title, your contribution matters. And we reward it. Here's why our team members stick around:

  • Access to Discounted Equipment Hire - Tackle your own DIY or home projects with confidence using quality gear at a discounted rate.
  • Profit Share Program - Share in the wins with performance-based bonuses paid twice a year.
  • Salary Continuance Insurance - Enjoy peace of mind with income protection after 5 years of service.
  • Leave Conversion - Take more time off with up to 5 days of unused sick leave converted into annual leave each year.
  • Paid Parental Leave - Whether you're the primary or secondary carer, we've got your back as your family grows.
  • Extra 1% Superannuation - Invest in your future with an additional 1% super contribution after 5 years.
  • Salary Sacrifice Options - Save on tax while growing your super.
  • WHEREFIT Discounts - Enjoy exclusive deals on fitness memberships, activewear, healthy meals, and wellness services.
Kennards Hire

About Kennards Hire

Kennards Hire is an Australian family-owned and operated company that has been in the hire industry for over 75 years. We have more than 200 sites and branches across Australia and New Zealand. Our diverse product range extends from general hire equipment for the home renovator and professional tradesperson to specialist equipment and heavy machinery used on some of the largest civil infrastructure and commercial construction projects in Australia and New Zealand. This combination of general and specialist equipment allows us to service DIY, trade and large construction customer segments alike.

Our company is built on sound values that promote honesty, fairness, a family vibe, forward thinking and innovation. Our value of ‘Taking Hire Higher’ is a value which is core to our success.

While we can boast an impressive and extensive range of hire equipment, we are the type of hire business that always put customers first. We strive to make our customers job easy through innovation, convenience and location.

An industry first has seen us introduce QR codes on all our equipment. Downloading this allows our customers to see the full service history, risk assessment, operator's manuals and much more. Our website is mobile so equipment and the closest locations can be easily found while onsite.

Our suppliers are our partners. We combine our efforts to ensure our customers receive best tools, equipment and service. As another industry first, we also hold supplier nights to recognize their contribution to us.

Our staff is as important as our customers. We can only be as good as our people. A range of incentives are in place to help our staff develop further and deliver job satisfaction. We are proud to announce that 35% of our employees have been with us for over 5 years.

Our exciting future will see us think up new ways of making our customers'​ lives easier through innovation, people, culture and more dots on the map!

Kennards Hire makes your job easy!

Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Seven Hills, AU
Year Founded
1948
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