Anna Roussos

Anna Roussos Founder & Director of ROUSSOS Recruitment
Podcast Host - LEADING LARGE With Anna Roussos https://anna-roussos-leading-large.captivate.fm/listen

03/06/2026

A lot of people talk about wanting to move into development management.
The reality is that very few opportunities genuinely provide a pathway to do it.

This is one of them.

We're looking at candidates from client-side project management, senior project management and commercial contractor backgrounds who want to broaden their career into development.

The right person won't just be given the title. They'll be given the support, mentoring and exposure needed to succeed.

Based in Adelaide, this role offers the opportunity to move into a Development Manager position, working on commercial projects and learning from an experienced industry leader with more than 25 years in the sector.

If you've had exposure to project delivery, stakeholder management and working closely with builders, this could be a fantastic next step.

REM package circa $196k, depending on experience.

For those considering a move into development, this could be the opportunity that bridges the gap between where you are now and where you'd like to be.

If that sounds like you, I'd encourage you to get in touch for a confidential conversation.

01/06/2026

There are typically 8 key reasons people start looking for a new role, but most don’t stop to properly unpack why.

Instead, they jump.

New job. New salary. New environment.

6 months later… the same frustrations creep back in.

Why? Because the real motivators weren’t fully understood.

Before you start applying, or accepting an offer, take a step back and do a career audit.

The 8 areas to sense-check:

Salary
Progression
Leadership
Team & culture
Flexibility
The work itself
Stability
Purpose
It’s rarely just one.

But here’s the part people often miss…

Do the roles you are expecting actually exist in the way you think they do?

This is where reality vs expectation can get blurred and why having the right conversations before making a move is critical.

We’re having more of these conversations than ever right now.

Breaking down what someone wants, what the market is offering, and where the gaps are.

Because the best career decisions aren’t reactive, they are informed.

That is exactly why I have created a Career Audit Kit, something practical you can work through before making a move, or even ahead of your mid-year review.

So you can walk into those conversations with clarity:
What’s working
What’s not
And where you actually want to go

Because if you get clear on that first, you’re far less likely to find yourself back at square one.

29/05/2026

May is coming to an end, and somehow we are almost halfway through the year.

It has been a huge month, both in business and in life. Mother’s Day, marking 10 years since my bone marrow transplant, and of course, the Jodi Lee Foundation Trek, where the Roussos team raised an incredible $74,000 for such an important cause.

Life as a business owner, mother and advocate is never slow. There is always something to do, someone to support, somewhere to be. But every now and then, it is important to pause and reflect.

To look at what we have achieved, feel grateful for the people around me and remember how far I have come.

And to make sure time is not moving so quickly that I forget to stop long enough to truly appreciate the life I am living.

I am sharing this because someone else may need the reminder, too.

27/05/2026

For a long time, Site Managers just accepted whatever project came next. That’s starting to change.

There’s been a clear shift in the Adelaide market recently, Site Managers are no longer just focusing on getting the current job delivered and hoping the next one works itself out. More are starting to question what sits behind the role they are taking on, particularly when it comes to a builder’s actual pipeline. And rightly so, because not every “secured project” is as solid as it sounds.

What’s also becoming harder to ignore is the quality of subcontractors. You can have the best drawings and the best intentions, but if the trades aren’t reliable, the job becomes a constant uphill battle. More Site Managers are calling this out early and are far less willing to walk into environments where they know they’ll be firefighting from day one.

Location is another factor that’s being pushed to the surface. For a long time, long commutes were just accepted as part of the job, but that tolerance is starting to wear thin. Expecting someone to add 45–60 minutes each way, every day, on top of the pressure of running a site isn’t sustainable. The challenge, of course, is that in a market like Adelaide, projects aren’t always where you want them to be, so while expectations are shifting, reality still forces a level of compromise.

The difference now is that stronger Site Managers aren’t waiting until the end of a project to think about these things. They are asking better questions earlier, weighing up the full picture, and being far more deliberate about where they commit their time. It’s not about being difficult, it’s about being realistic in a market that’s become a lot less predictable.

25/05/2026

If you are struggling to attract high-quality candidates, it may not be your job ad, it might be your visibility.

Top candidates aren’t just looking for a role; they’re looking for leadership. They want to work for managers who can guide, develop, and elevate their careers. If you’re not visible in your industry, you’re missing a key opportunity to demonstrate exactly that.

Being active in your sector builds credibility. It signals that you’re engaged, knowledgeable, and connected, qualities that ambitious professionals actively seek out. When candidates see you contributing to industry conversations, attending events, or sharing insights, it positions you as someone worth working for.

Visibility also strengthens your employer brand. People are far more likely to apply to a business when they recognise and respect its leaders. It creates familiarity and trust before a candidate even considers hitting “apply.”

Simple actions can make a big difference:

Attend and engage in networking events
Speak at or contribute to industry panels
Share insights or commentary within your field
Be present where your industry conversations are happening
The more visible you are, the stronger your reputation becomes and the wider the pool of talent you attract.

In a competitive hiring market, the businesses and leaders who show up are the ones who stand out.

22/05/2026

One thing becoming increasingly clear in Adelaide’s construction and property market is this:
The businesses struggling with hiring are often not lacking opportunity. They’re lacking alignment between their people strategy and where the business is actually heading.

The market has shifted significantly over the last few years, but many hiring approaches haven’t shifted with it.

The conversations we’re having with candidates are no longer just about salary or title. They’re about stability, leadership, pipeline and long-term direction.

And the businesses that are attracting and retaining strong people right now are the ones thinking ahead, communicating clearly and creating confidence around what the future looks like.

In a market where projects, pressure and competition all exist at once, that matters more than ever.

Monday was a very special day for me.It marks 10 years since my “re-birthday.”In January 2016, at 33 years old, I was di...
20/05/2026

Monday was a very special day for me.

It marks 10 years since my “re-birthday.”

In January 2016, at 33 years old, I was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukaemia. I was told treatment needed to start immediately or I had 6–8 weeks to live.

I was also told my survival rate beyond 5 years was only 33%, and that a life-saving bone marrow transplant would give me the best chance of seeing a future.

Against the odds, my brother turned out to be my donor, despite there only being a 25% chance he would even be a match. A gift that quite literally gave me another chance at life.

To my incredible medical team at the RAH, especially Dr Devendra Hiwase, thank you for carrying me through the darkest chapter of my life with brilliance, compassion and hope.

And to my husband George Roussos… there are no words strong enough. Watching someone you love fight for their life over 12 months changes you forever. The courage, strength and love you showed our family carried me when I couldn’t carry myself.

Cancer changes you.

The battle doesn’t end when treatment does. There’s the fear, the trauma, the “new normal,” the constant thought of what happens if it comes back, and what that would mean for the people you love most.

But somewhere along the way, I made a decision.

I wasn’t going to just survive.
I was going to live.

And not cautiously. Not quietly.

I chose a new normal built on purpose, impact and gratitude.
To love harder.
To give more back.
To choose hard things.
To push beyond limits.
To lead by example.
To make a difference while I have the privilege of being here to do it.

Over the last 10 years, through our business, we have had the privilege of supporting close to 300 organisations and helping more than 700 individuals through their career journeys. And honestly… I feel like I’m only just getting started.

I turn 44 this year, and slowing down isn’t even on my radar.
If anything, this journey has made me more driven to create impact, build meaningful relationships, and leave things better than I found them.

People often say I care too much.
That I’m too passionate.
Too emotional.
Too driven.
Too opinionated.

Maybe I am.

But when you have been given a second chance at life, you stop apologising for feeling deeply.
You stop playing small.
You stop wasting time pretending not to care.

I have high standards because I know how precious time is.
I value relationships because I know how much people matter.
I push hard because I know what it feels like to nearly lose everything.

And to anyone currently fighting cancer, or rebuilding themselves after it, please know this:

There is life after cancer.
There is joy after fear.
There is purpose after pain.

The fear still creeps in sometimes.
But my love for life will always outweigh it.

So I keep going.
I keep building.
I keep showing up.
And I keep believing there is always more we can do for others ❤️

19/05/2026

Team ROUSSOS raised a whopping $73,737 - A massive thank you on behalf of our whole team and the Jodi Lee foundation to all those who donated and continue to support this cause.

What an incredible two days.

The JLF Trek is always a challenge, both physically and mentally, but every year it is such a powerful reminder of how fortunate we are to have our health and the ability to take part in something like this.

To walk alongside such an incredible group of people from across the Construction, Architecture and Engineering industries, all coming together for a cause bigger than ourselves, is something I never take for granted.

It was amazing to see the team pull together, support each other, and build new connections. Once again, it reminded me why I love working in this industry so much. Absolute legends.

I’m so proud of everyone who joined us this year through the ROUSSOS group. The energy, support and commitment across the entire weekend was incredible.

A big thank you to Shape, Sagle Constructions, Lendlease, Mykra, Hansen Yuncken, Built Environs, WGA, Tandem, Lucid, G-Force, Jaytex, Brown Falconer, Blubuilt, and Sitzler, for joining me.

Also special thank to Sitzler for sponsoring end of day one festivities.

It sounds like we’re back on for 2027 Jodi Lee Foundation!

12/05/2026

May Market Update

Adelaide’s construction, engineering and property market remains active, but the conversation is shifting.

It’s no longer just about growth. It’s about delivery pressure, retention, capability, and making the right strategic decisions heading into mid-year.

Demand for talent remains strong, particularly across infrastructure and defence projects, while businesses become more focused on retaining key people and structuring teams for the pipeline ahead.

In property, buyers are increasingly favouring completed or renovated homes to avoid uncertainty around build costs and timelines.

The market is still moving, just more strategically.

11/05/2026

Last week, we collected our bibs and team shirts, and suddenly it all started to feel very real.

A team of 45 people.
14 incredible organisations.
More than 70 kilometres walked together for something that matters so much more than the finish line.

Right now, we’ve raised $40,000 for the Jodi Lee Foundation, which is something I’m incredibly proud of.

But we’re not done yet.

Our goal is $50,000, and I would love to see our industry rally behind this cause and help us push to not only meet this goal, but exceed it to make the biggest impact we can.

Every donation helps fund awareness, education and early detection for bowel cancer, and every contribution makes a real impact.

Let’s finish strong together.

🔗 Donate here:
https://fundraise.jodileefoundation.org.au/fundraisers/annaroussos442/jlf-trek-sa-2026

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