Project Manager – Major Rail Facility (Queensland Train Manufacturing Program)Gold Coast Region | Alliance Delivery | Rail Systems & Signaling Interfaces
A major rail infrastructure alliance is delivering a new maintenance and stabling facility to support Queensland's future passenger fleet.
This multi‐year program forms a critical part of the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program (QTMP), enabling the introduction of 65 recent six‐car trains and modernizing rail operations across South East Queensland.
We're seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead key workstreams within the facility delivery; ideally someone with exposure to rail systems, signaling interfaces, operational technology or complex multi‐disciplinary infrastructure.
Why This Role Alliance delivery model Work inside a fully integrated team with client, contractor and technology partners; shared objectives, transparent governance, and collaborative decision‐making.Major new rail facility Deliver a 21,000m2 maintenance building, stabling yard, wheel lathe, cleaning facilities, OHLE, signaling interfaces, security systems and operational technology.Long‐term program stability Multi‐year pipeline with structured work packages, predictable governance, and clear delivery milestones.Technical depth & signaling exposure Ideal for PMs wanting to broaden into rail systems, signaling, SCADA/OT, and complex interface management.Olympics‐aligned infrastructure uplift Contribute to a program supporting Queensland's future rail capacity ahead of Brisbane ****.
The RoleYou will manage defined packages of work across the facility construction,



rail systems integration, signaling interfaces, operational technology, and commissioning activities.
Working within the Alliance, you'll coordinate engineering, construction, procurement, subcontractors and client stakeholders to ensure safe, timely and compliant delivery.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead project planning, delivery, cost control, risk management and reportingManage design coordination across civil, structural, rail systems and signaling interfacesOversee procurement and subcontractor deliveryCoordinate construction, installation, testing and commissioning activitiesManage stakeholder engagement within the Alliance and with external partiesEnsure compliance with rail safety, quality and operational requirementsMaintain accurate governance documentation, forecasts and progress reporting
What You BringExperience as a Project Manager in rail, infrastructure, signaling, systems, or complex multi‐disciplinary projectsStrong capability in project delivery, stakeholder management and interface coordinationExperience working in Alliance, JV, major contractor, or client‐side environmentsAbility to manage technical interfaces (signaling, SCADA/OT, rail systems, electrical, civil)Strong communication, planning and governance capabilityA proactive, solutions‐focused approach and comfort working in a fast‐moving program environment
Highly Regarded (Not Essential)Experience with signaling, train control, SCADA/TCS, operational technology or rail systemsExposure to testing & commissioning environmentsExperience delivering projects within a live operational rail network

📌 Project Manager (Gold Coast)
🏢 Illumine Consulting
📍 Gold Coast