Project Manager to Government & D&C; Construction

Austcorp Executive

Southern Suburbs & Logan, Brisbane QLD

Project Management (Construction)

Full time

180k to 200k + Super + Annual Bonus

Project Management

Construction Projects

Forecasting

Introduction:

An excellent opportunity has become available for an experienced Project Manager to join a growing Queensland construction business delivering a diverse pipeline of government, residential and Design & Construct projects.

This role is aimed at an established PM who has spent their career working for Tier 2 or Tier 3 builders and is comfortable taking genuine ownership of a project across delivery, commercial management, contracts, program and risk.

The client is looking for someone who knows the detail, understands how to protect a project's commercial position and is still prepared to get involved when required rather than simply delegating everything down to their project team.

The Company:

Our client is an established Queensland construction business delivering projects across government, residential and commercial sectors.

The company has continued to grow its project pipeline and internal delivery capability and is now looking to strengthen its project management team with an experienced construction professional who can bring strong commercial discipline, project controls and leadership.

The business is continuing to invest in its people, systems and project delivery capability as it takes on a broader and increasingly complex pipeline of work.

There is also an increasing focus on Design & Construct and contemporary construction methodologies, creating an interesting environment for an experienced Tier 2/3 PM looking for greater project variety and the opportunity to play an important role in the business's continued growth.

The Opportunity:

Based from the company's Brisbane southside office, you will take responsibility for a portfolio of construction projects from planning through to completion.

This is predominantly an office-based Project Manager position. You will attend projects as required and have the flexibility to work from site where you believe a greater on-site presence will benefit project delivery.

You'll take responsibility for the complete project picture including program, contracts, commercial performance, design coordination, procurement, subcontractors, construction delivery, stakeholders, quality and risk.

You will also have Project Coordinator support and play an important part in developing the capability of the people working alongside you.

The client specifically wants someone hands-on. You need to understand every part of the project delivery process well enough to mentor your coordinators, review their work and step in yourself when workloads or project circumstances require it.





Why this role stands out:

Genuine ownership of your projects from planning through to completion

Strong exposure to Queensland Government construction

Mixture of Design & Construct and construct-only project environments

Broad responsibility across commercial, contractual and delivery functions

Opportunity to mentor and develop Project Coordinators

Growing pipeline of increasingly complex construction projects

Opportunity to influence project systems, controls and delivery processes as the business grows

Variety of work rather than being locked into one repetitive project type

Key responsibilities:

Take full responsibility for construction projects from planning through to completion and handover

Develop, maintain and actively manage detailed construction programs

Monitor project milestones, resources and critical activities to maintain delivery targets

Manage project budgets, forecasting, cash flow and financial performance

Administer head contracts and ensure contractual obligations are properly managed

Prepare and issue Notices of Delay, Extension of Time claims and other contractual notices within required timeframes

Identify contractual, commercial and program risks early and implement appropriate mitigation strategies

Manage variations, claims and subcontractor administration

Manage the contractual implications associated with Design & Construct projects

Understand how variation entitlement and design responsibility differ between D&C; and construct-only contracts

Coordinate consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and internal project teams

Chair client, consultant and project meetings

Maintain clear communication with clients and manage stakeholder expectations throughout delivery

Maintain accurate project reporting, forecasting and risk registers

Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contractual, quality, WHS and regulatory requirements

Manage non-conformances and corrective actions where required

Mentor and develop Project Coordinators and junior members of the project team

Review and support project coordination and administration activities when required

Identify opportunities to improve project systems, processes and overall delivery performance

Requirements: This is an experienced Project Manager appointment and the successful candidate will need to demonstrate:

5–10 years' experience working as a Project Manager within the construction industry





Previous experience working for a Tier 2 or Tier 3 builder – mandatory

Previous experience delivering projects for the Queensland Government

Strong construction contract administration experience

Demonstrated ability to develop and actively manage construction programs

Strong understanding of Notices of Delay, EOTs, variations and contractual risk

Previous experience delivering Design & Construct projects

Strong understanding of the contractual differences between D&C; and construct-only delivery

Strong project financial management, forecasting and reporting capability

Experience using a construction accounting / ERP platform such as CHEOPS, Jobpac or Jonas Premier – mandatory

Strong subcontractor, consultant and client management capability

Confidence running project and stakeholder meetings

Strong documentation and project governance disciplines

A practical, hands-on management style

Ability to mentor and develop Project Coordinators

White Card and current driver's licence

Previous QBuild project experience would be highly advantageous.

The key benefits for you

Discretionary annual bonus opportunity of up to 10% of base salary

Monthly phone allowance

Company pool vehicle available for project and site visits, with tolls covered

Genuine autonomy and ownership over your projects

Strong pipeline of government and D&C; construction work

Exposure to a variety of project types and delivery methodologies

Opportunity to mentor and develop junior project delivery staff

Chance to influence project systems and processes rather than simply inherit them

Join a growing Queensland construction business at an important stage of its development

Brisbane southside office base

How to Apply?

Ready to make your mark?

Apply now to take on this exciting, full-lifecycle project leadership role and help deliver the next generation of construction across Queensland.

Via the Seek Website: Submit your updated resume using the 'Apply for this job' button at the top of this page and continue to follow the on-screen instructions.

Via Smartphone/Seek App: Submit your updated resume using the "Quick Apply" button at the bottom of your telephone screen and follow the on-screen instructions for a strictly confidential conversation about this role and long-term career opportunity.

All applications will be kept in the strictest confidence and will not be forwarded as an application to our client without your prior approval first.

To be considered for this full-time position, you MUST be eligible to work in Australia with no work restrictions.

Respectfully, please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posted: 05-09-2026

Salary: Attractive package will be offered to right candidate

📌 Project Manager (Brisbane)
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