Job Title: 6x Project Managers / Project Engineer Water & Sewerage Infrastructure
Location: Cairns, QLD
Engagement: Contractor Role Competitive hourly rate + super

About Us

Proactive Projects is a Cairns-based leader in project delivery and engineering resourcing, working with Tier 1 mining operators and regional councils across Queensland. We specialise in providing multidisciplinary project support for infrastructure, utilities, and capital works, connecting proactive specialists to projects that make a real impact in their communities.

About the Role

This role will see you lead and deliver critical water and wastewater infrastructure upgrades across the Cairns region. Working closely with the client team and Proactive Projects, you'll take ownership of projects that directly support community growth and sustainability.

Projects include:
Water pump station, pipelines & reservoir renewals
New water mains across the region (delivery in partnership with council services team)
Sewage main renewals
Sewage main relining contracts
Safety access lid recycling program

This is a contract role offering hybrid work flexibility once up to speed with project delivery.

What You'll Do
Manage the end-to-end project lifecycle ,



from concept through to execution and close-out
Develop scopes, business cases, schedules and cost estimates for capital works
Prepare and release tenders, and manage contractor engagement
Oversee execution, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget
Manage stakeholder relationships across council teams, contractors, and community interfaces
Monitor and report on progress, risks, and project performance

What Were Looking For
Proven experience delivering utilities-based infrastructure projects (water, wastewater, mechanical or civil works ideal)
Demonstrated capability in scope development, business case preparation, and tendering
Strong contractor management and stakeholder engagement skills
Solid technical knowledge of water/wastewater or related civil infrastructure
A proactive, personable qualified who can work independently and deliver outcomes

Why Join?
Work on projects that directly benefit the Cairns community and region
Flexible hybrid arrangements after initial project onboarding
Competitive hourly rate + superannuation
Chance to build long-term relationships with both council and industry clients through Proactive Projects

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