Title:  Major Projects Manager

About us

Proudly Australian owned, Coates has a long history of supporting customers to deliver major projects and an exciting future focused on growth. We provide end-to-end solutions spanning Equipment Hire, Engineering Solutions, Industrial Solutions and Power & HVAC.

The next step in your career starts here….

As a Major Projects Manager within our sales team, you will be the main point of contact and strategic manager of a portfolio of large-scale construction, civil, mining, and infrastructure projects throughout North & Western suburbs of Metro Melbourne, driving revenue growth and delivering exceptional customer outcomes.

You’ll enjoy variety in your role, including:

• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with key customers as they deliver large-scale construction, civil, mining, infrastructure, and industrial projects.
• Acting as the Project Manager and central contact for both primary contractors and subcontractors involved in each project.
• Conducting thorough planning and opportunity analysis to align strategies across the branch and sales network.
• Analysing, reviewing, and negotiating pricing structures in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Leading and promoting Coates Hire’s Safety First – Zero Harm culture across all projects.

What you’ll get in return

We provide our team with a wide range of perks and benefits, including:

• Development and career progression pathways
• Flexible working options available—let’s discuss what works best for you
• Access to our employee discounts, benefits and wellbeing program
• Purchased additional leave program
• Novated leasing and salary sacrifice
• 12 weeks Paid Parental Leave in addition to government parental leave scheme
• Volunteering opportunities through the Coates Foundation

What you’ll bring to the role

• Proven experience gained in a similar position, within equipment sales, plant hire, construction and civil industries will be highly regarded. 
• A proven track record of developing long term mutually beneficial commercial relationships. 
• Demonstrated commercial accountability and multiple account ownership expertise.
• Ability to deliver high level Customer Relationship Management that promotes service excellence 
• Highly experienced in developing strong positive relationships
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• A current Car drivers Licence
• Travel across the region will be required

Looking for more reasons to join Coates?

At Coates, we know that people, organisations and communities thrive when everyone feels valued and included.

We’re proud to be implementing our second Reconciliation Action Plan and are committed to improving gender representation. We also provide opportunities for growth through our leadership and development programs.

But our impact doesn't stop there. Coates supports local and national charities through the Coates Foundation and invests in more sustainable equipment solutions to help create a greener future for all.

Visit careers.coates.com to learn more about our values and opportunities.

Unlock your next career opportunity – apply today!

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our culture. Coates welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to apply.

Coates. Equipped for you.