About the project

We are assembling our team for a major transport infrastructure project in Perth that will help shape the future of Western Australia's road network. Delivered through an Alliance model, this complex civil infrastructure project includes significant road, bridge, rail interface, drainage, traffic management and multidisciplinary coordination. Following an initial CBD mobilisation phase, the project will transition to site South of the River.

You will join the team during the early stages of delivery, helping establish the baseline program and planning systems that will drive successful project outcomes. About the opportunities

We are building our project team early and are seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced planning professionals interested in joining a major transport infrastructure project in Perth. We are keen to hear from professionals across multiple levels, including:

Planner

Senior Planner

Planning Manager Whether you are looking to take the next step in your career or bring established planning leadership to a major Alliance project, this is an opportunity to be involved from mobilisation and help shape project delivery from day one. Depending on your experience, you will contribute to developing and managing the integrated project programme, establishing project baselines, monitoring progress and supporting commercial outcomes. Senior candidates will also have the opportunity to mentor planning team members and influence the project's planning function.

Key responsibilities

Develop and maintain the integrated master programme.

Establish and manage project baselines and critical path analysis.

Monitor progress, forecast outcomes and identify delivery risks.

Support planning for change management, claims and commercial reporting.

Collaborate with project, engineering and client teams to optimise delivery.



Don't tick all the boxes? If you don't meet every requirement but have relevant experience or transferable skills, we encourage you to apply. You may be a great fit for this role or other opportunities within McConnell Dowell. What will you bring?

Proven planning experience on major civil infrastructure projects.

Advanced Primavera P6 scheduling and programme management capability.

Experience across roads, rail, bridges or marine infrastructure is advantageous.

Alliance project experience highly regarded.

Ability to lead planning outcomes across multidisciplinary project teams. What's in it for you?

Be part of one of WA's most significant transport infrastructure projects.

Join the project from mobilisation and influence delivery from day one.

Long-term Perth-based opportunities across a growing project pipeline.

Work alongside highly experienced Alliance delivery professionals. About you

McConnell Dowell - Creative Construction Our purpose is Providing a Better Life. For more than 60 years, we’ve delivered high-quality, complex projects across Australia, Current Zealand, the Pacific Islands, and Southeast Asia, connecting communities and supporting economic growth.

We offer a wide variety of projects, roles, and locations, with opportunities to develop your career through mentoring, training, and hands-on experience. Our culture is collaborative, supportive, and inclusive, where you can make a real impact on both projects and people’s lives. We are committed to creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and able to grow.

We actively celebrate diversity and inclusion, encourage all individuals to bring their ideas and be themselves. All successful applicants must hold valid work rights for Australia and pass a satisfactory pre-employment medical, which may include drug and alcohol checks. Join us, be you, and help create better together.

Apply now! This role is being sourced through McConnell Dowell directly and not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.

📌 EOI | Planning Professionals - Major Infrastructure Project (Perth)
🏢 Mcconnell Dowell
📍 Perth