Project Manager - Civil Infrastructure

Relocate to Cairns | Major TMR Projects | Permanent Opportunity Take the next step in your civil construction career while enjoying the lifestyle, climate and outdoor opportunities that come with living in Cairns.

We are partnering with an established Queensland civil contractor seeking an experienced Project Manager to join its Cairns-based operation. This is a permanent position delivering road and civil infrastructure projects across Cairns and Far North Queensland.

The successful candidate must have demonstrated experience managing projects for the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) .

The Prospect

You will take responsibility for the planning and delivery of civil infrastructure projects, managing the project team and coordinating plant, labour, materials, subcontractors and other resources.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

- Managing civil projects from mobilisation through to completion
- Leading Project Engineers, Site Engineers, Supervisors and site personnel
- Managing project budgets, forecasts, programs and commercial performance
- Maintaining strong relationships with TMR representatives, subcontractors and other stakeholders
- Coordinating labour, plant, materials and subcontractor resources
- Managing project reporting, documentation and contractual requirements
- Ensuring compliance with TMR specifications and project requirements
- Overseeing safety, quality, environmental and community obligations
- Identifying project risks and implementing practical solutions
- Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget

What You Will Need To Be Considered, You Must Have

- Previous Project Management experience with a civil contractor




- Demonstrated experience delivering Queensland TMR projects
- Strong knowledge of TMR specifications, systems and reporting requirements
- Experience across road construction, earthworks, drainage, pavements, structures or associated civil infrastructure
- A strong understanding of project budgets, cost control, forecasting and programming
- Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers and multidisciplinary project teams
- Strong leadership and stakeholder-management skills
- A commitment to safety, quality and environmental compliance
- The ability to relocate permanently to Cairns

A Civil Engineering degree or similar qualification will be highly regarded, although substantial project delivery experience will also be considered. Why Consider Cairns?

This is an opportunity to build a long-term career in Far North Queensland without compromising on the quality or scale of projects you manage.

Cairns Offers

- A relaxed coastal lifestyle
- Access to the Great Barrier Reef, beaches and national parks
- Less congestion and shorter daily commutes
- A strong regional civil construction market
- The opportunity to work on important infrastructure projects across Far North Queensland
- A genuine long-term career opportunity with an established contractor

A competitive remuneration package will be negotiated based on experience. Relocation support may also be considered for the right candidate.

Apply

This position will suit an experienced Civil Project Manager currently based elsewhere in Queensland or interstate who is ready to relocate to Cairns for a long-term opportunity.

Queensland TMR Project Experience Is Essential. For a confidential discussion, contact:

Robert Price Principal Consultant

0481 566 930

[email protected] sandyou.com.au/job-search/

📌 Project Manager (TMR) - Relocation to Cairns (Brisbane)
🏢 Su0026you Australia
📍 Brisbane