Project Manager - Stores at Kmart Australia Limited

Position Project Manager - Stores
Posted 02 Jun 2026
Expired 02 Jul 2026
Company Kmart Australia Limited
Location Australia | AU
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

Latest job information from Kmart Australia Limited for the position of Project Manager - Stores. If the Project Manager - Stores vacancy in Australia matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

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Brighter Futures Start Here

We are an inclusive team who power two of the most iconic and loved brands, Kmart and Target. We have more than 50,000 passionate individuals across our stores, distribution centres, and offices around the globe. With our brands touching the lives of almost two million customers every week, you’ll feel the impact of the work you’ll do every day. As a leader in the retail market, we’re optimistic about our future and yours. We’re changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you’ll be proud of.

Join the team

Kmart Group is launching a new project to reimagine the shopping experience by moving registers to the front of our stores. This game‑changing initiative is designed to make checkout faster, smoother, and more customer‑friendly than ever before. We’re on the hunt for experienced Project Managers who are ready to lead the charge and bring this vision to life. Joining our high‑performing team means you’ll be at the forefront of shaping the future of retail for Kmart and Target. With a strong pipeline of new stores and refurbishments, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering projects that elevate customer experience, minimize disruption, and set new benchmarks in quality and efficiency.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Project Manager, you’ll be responsible for end‑to‑end delivery of new store and refurbishment projects. Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Managing the fit‑out of new and refurbished stores to approved program, budget, and scope of works
  • Developing detailed staging plans and coordinating with store operations to minimise disruption
  • Driving value engineering initiatives to reduce capital costs per square metre without compromising quality
  • Overseeing contractors, suppliers, and consultants to ensure timely and high‑quality delivery
  • Proactively managing risks, issues, and budgets with clear stakeholder communication
  • Ensuring compliance with OH&S policies, environmental planning acts, and relevant building codes
  • Managing store closures and lease make‑good requirements in line with agreements
  • Successfully handing over completed projects to Store Managers and Maintenance team
To be successful you’ll have

We’re looking for individuals with strong technical expertise, stakeholder management skills, and a passion for delivering results. You’ll bring:

  • Extensive experience in client‑side project management of retail construction and fit‑outs
  • Tertiary qualifications in Building, Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent (Diploma level desirable)
  • Strong knowledge of the Building Code of Australia, Environmental Planning & Assessment Acts, and relevant standards
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate diverse, multi‑disciplinary project teams and external contractors
  • High‑level organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines
  • Experience navigating local government approvals processes (development, planning, and construction)
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills with both internal and external stakeholders
  • A collaborative mindset, with the ability to build effective teams and foster strong supplier relationships
Benefits we’ll offer you
  • Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.
  • A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Bunnings.
  • Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health – with over 60 suppliers!
  • We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why eligible team members get the opportunity to participate in a bonus program.
  • We offer inclusive parental leave, and ongoing support offered though our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances.
  • A dynamic learning and support program.
  • Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor.
  • A Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes.
  • Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group.

We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate. We are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe, and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming, with applications encouraged from all candidates.

We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing .

If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now!

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Job Info:

  • Company: Kmart Australia Limited
  • Position: Project Manager - Stores
  • Work Location: Australia
  • Country: AU

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