A major transport infrastructure project (valued at more than $1 billion) is underway across South East Queensland, delivering complex civil and station works across greenfield environments.
The head contractor is seeking a Section Manager to lead delivery of a significant civil or station section on the greenfield scope.
You'll own safety, cost, program and quality across the section, manage subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams, and coordinate with adjacent work fronts — a strategic leadership role requiring extensive construction experience and commercial awareness in a complex project environment.
Indigenous Business Growth (IBG) is a majority Indigenous owned recruitment business registered with Supply Nation, specialising in civil engineering, infrastructure, construction and major project recruitment.
We partner closely with contractors, engineering consultancies and delivery organisations to place high quality technical professionals.
Our approach is relationship led and commercially grounded, built on practical industry experience and a transparent understanding of how complex projects are delivered.
Key Responsibilities
Own safety, cost, schedule and quality for assigned section or package
Lead and manage subcontractor teams and key supply chain partners




Develop and implement section execution plans and work strategies
Manage section budgets, cash flow and cost control
Monitor section schedule performance and manage critical-path activities
Coordinate with adjacent work groups and manage interface risks
Support safe work planning and incident response
Ensure compliance with project quality and standards requirements
Provide section reports and escalation of emerging risks to project leadership
Support commissioning and handover activities for the section
What We're Looking For
Degree in civil engineering, construction management or related discipline (equivalent delivery experience may be acceptable)
12+ years' construction experience
Leadership of a significant section or package on a $100m+ project
Civil, structures, stations, rail, roads or utilities delivery background
Demonstrated ownership of safety, cost, program, subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams
Greenfield logistics and bulk works experience highly regarded
2+ years' average tenure per employer with at least one section leadership role held for 3+ years
Commercial and contractual awareness for package performance management
Strong leadership and team management skills
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📌 Section Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 IBG
📍 Melbourne