ABOUT GREYSTAR

Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate platform offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in institutional-quality rental housing. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates over $300 billion of real estate in more than 265 markets globally with offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Greystar is the largest operator of apartments in the United States, managing over one million units/beds globally. Across its platforms, Greystar has nearly $79 billion of assets under management, including over $35 billion of development assets and over $36.5 billion of regulatory assets under management. Greystar was founded by Bob Faith in 1993 to become a provider of world-class service in the rental residential real estate business. To learn more, visit www.greystar.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

This is a rare opportunity to join Greystar's growing Development & Construction team in Sydney, taking lead of two newly acquired developments. The role offers the unique opportunity to manage outcomes across the full development lifecycle including planning, design development, D&C procurement, construction, practical completion, and handover.

Working closely with our internal Operations, and Asset Management teams, as well as external contractors, consultants, and capital partners, you will be part of a collaborative, high-performing team that values integrity, attention to detail, and accountability.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Own end-to-end project management across two ground-up Sydney developments (BTR and PBSA), from procurement through to practical completion and handover.

• Manage and oversee the appointed D&C contractor, ensuring adherence to project specifications, design intent, programme, and budget.

• Coordinate and monitor external consultants and contractors, reviewing designs, samples, and benchmarks for approval in line with Principal Project Requirements.

• Proactively track milestones, manage risks, and implement mitigation strategies to keep both projects on time and on budget.

• Manage project documentation - contract administration, budget tracking, draw applications, and stakeholder reporting including capital partners.

• Champion WHS compliance through regular site inspections and proactive safety management.

• Lead completion and handover processes, including snagging, inspections, and phased handover coordination in partnership with Operations and Property Management teams.

About You:

You are a passionate construction professional with a strong residential new build track record.

You bring:

• Experience across ground-up residential projects - BTR, PBSA, or similar asset classes highly regarded

• Currently in a Project Manager, Development PM, or Senior Project Engineer role

• Client-side or builder-side experience in ground-up residential delivery required

• Degree qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, Building, or a related discipline

• Solid knowledge of Australian building codes, WHS regulations, and construction standards

• Proven experience in contractor and consultant procurement, contract administration, and cost control

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across all levels

• Strong commercial acumen, confident managing budgets, cash flows and programme reporting

• Proactive, solutions-focused, and comfortable managing competing priorities with minimal supervision

Greystar is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. By coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives.  

We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.

Important Notice: Greystar will never request your banking details or other sensitive personal information during the interview process. Greystar does not conduct any interviews via text or messaging, and all communication will come from official Greystar email addresses (@greystar.com). If you receive suspicious requests, please report them immediately to AskHR@greystar.com.