Construction Manager (Western Sydney)

Make your mark in this exciting opportunity to work at Australia’s leading data centres.

• Industry leader with strong project pipeline
• Collaborative and Fast-Paced Environment
• Leadership role on Australia's Largest DC Program

About us:

Established in 2007, CDC Data Centres is Australia’s leading operator of sovereign, secure, world-class data centre facilities. Headquartered in Canberra with multiple facilities in the ACT, NSW, VIC and New Zealand, CDC’s diversified operations provide secure data centre configurations that support co-location, containerised and hyperscale compute environments with all campuses interconnected with high-speed carrier grade networks.

At CDC we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We believe that everyone’s unique experiences enable us to deliver meaningful benefits for our people, our clients and communities. Our mission is to attract, retain and grow the world’s best data centre team. Our people are responsive, innovative and trusted in supporting our customers. Together, we configure the landscape to meet the security, reliability, connectivity and sustainability needs for today and tomorrow.

About the role:

Join CDC as a Construction Manager in NSW, where you'll play a key role in delivering our data centre construction project on time and within budget. You'll oversee project delivery and join a high performing client-side team based at Eastern Creek Campus. Working closely with the nominated PCBU and subcontractors, you'll ensure both internal and external teams collaborate effectively to deliver high-quality builds and infrastructure installations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Oversee the flow of technical information between engineering disciplines and stakeholders in construction projects, ensuring compliance with specifications and standards
• Manage construction contracts, including due diligence and compliance for third-party agreements, on behalf of CDC
• Report to the Head of Construction on project progress, forecasting, budget control, procurement, and schedule updates
• Ensure end-to-end oversight of assigned construction projects, focusing on value management, safety, structural adequacy, and verification of contracted works
• Identify opportunities to optimise delivery, timelines, or innovation and liaise with consultants as needed
• Conduct meetings and maintain regular communication with key stakeholders, including CDC Service Managers and Engineers, from design through to handover
• Build strong partnerships with suppliers and vendors while collaborating with peers to enhance the function’s capability within CDC
• Contribute to the growth of the CDC team, providing leadership, mentoring junior staff, and fostering a positive culture
• Act as an ambassador for the company, leading and participating in team and stakeholder meetings to ensure effective engagement and communication.

About you:

You have a proven experience managing large-scale, complex building projects, ideally in critical infrastructure environments like data centres or hospitals. You bring strong leadership skills, a sharp eye for detail, and the ability to identify risks and solve issues early. Your solid understanding of mechanical and electrical elements, building methods, and safety regulations helps you confidently manage projects from start to finish. You're a clear communicator, able to work effectively with stakeholders, and have a strong focus on safety, quality control, and delivering high standards in every project you take on.

• Australian Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a NV1 Security Clearance.

How to Apply:

If you are looking for an opportunity to play a vital role in a fast-growing Australian Technology company and be part of our amazing team, please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking Apply.

Diversity helps us all achieve more. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We believe that diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences leads to innovation and success and a culture of trust and care. We actively promote equality and strive to create a welcoming environment for all employees. At CDC we’ve got your back. We’re dedicated to building a team that reflects the diversity of our community and we encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work, giving you the confidence to achieve more.

Closing Date: Applications close 4:59pm, 29th of May 2026,