Commercial Landscape Project Manager
Brisbane, Australia | Posted on 10/09/2026
If you're an experienced Project Manager who understands
commercial landscape construction from the ground up
, this is an opportunity to take ownership of quality projects from planning right through to handover.
You'll be joining an established landscape contractor delivering commercial landscape projects across Queensland, with responsibility for the
program, budget, contracts, clients and overall project delivery
.
This isn't a purely office-based Project Manager role.
Your practical understanding of how landscape projects are actually built will be important.
You'll work closely with Site Managers, Supervisors and subcontractors, providing the commercial leadership and technical direction needed to keep projects moving.
The role requires strong commercial and contract administration capability combined with practical knowledge across both hard and soft landscape construction.
Why Make the Move?
$120,000–$130,000 + super
Company vehicle provided
Permanent, full-time position
Brisbane-based commercial landscape role
Take projects from planning through to completion
Genuine ownership of budgets, programs and project performance
Diverse hard and soft landscape construction
Work with experienced Site Managers and construction teams
Opportunity to mentor and develop future Project Managers
Established landscape contractor with ongoing project opportunities
Role combining technical, commercial and leadership responsibilities
The Role
As
Commercial Landscape Project Manager
, you'll take responsibility for the planning, execution and successful delivery of landscape construction projects.
You'll manage projects to ensure they are delivered
on time, within budget and to the required quality standard
, while maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and your internal project teams.
Your responsibilities will include:
Developing project programs, budgets and procurement schedules
Planning labour, plant, equipment and subcontractor requirements
Managing project costs and protecting project margins
Monitoring construction progress against program
Managing subcontractors and suppliers
Contract administration including RFIs, EOTs and variations




Preparing and managing progress claims
Identifying commercial and project risks early
Managing client relationships and expectations
Leading project and progress meetings
Coordinating with Site Managers and Supervisors
Maintaining accurate project reporting and documentation
Managing quality, safety and compliance requirements
Taking projects through to successful handover
The position has genuine commercial accountability, including cost forecasting, variations, contractual correspondence and ensuring project performance remains aligned with the original tender.
You'll Know How the Work Is Built
This is an key part of the role.
We're not looking for someone who manages projects purely from a spreadsheet.
You'll need a sound practical understanding of
commercial landscape construction
and be comfortable providing technical direction to site teams and subcontractors.
Your knowledge should extend across areas such as:
Paving
Concrete formwork and placement
Retaining walls
Blockwork
Irrigation and drainage
Setout, levels and falls
Soil preparation
Planting
Turf establishment
Construction sequencing and methodology
You'll be able to interpret drawings and specifications, identify buildability issues and help resolve technical problems before they impact the program, budget or finished product.
Commercial & Contract Management
Alongside the construction knowledge, you'll need to be commercially capable.
You'll be responsible for monitoring project costs against approved budgets, forecasting, reviewing subcontractor and supplier costs and identifying opportunities to protect project margins.
You'll also manage:
RFIs
Extension of Time submissions
Variation claims
Progress claims
Delays and program risks
Project records and reporting




You'll be expected to identify issues early rather than waiting until they become problems and work closely with senior management and site teams to keep projects commercially and operationally on track.
Requirements
About You
You'll ideally have
at least five years' Project Management experience within commercial landscaping or civil construction
, along with the technical understanding to confidently work with experienced construction teams.
We're looking for someone with:
Strong commercial landscape or civil construction experience
Practical knowledge across hard and soft landscaping
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
Strong project planning and programming skills
Budget and cost-management experience
Experience with RFIs, EOTs and variation claims
Strong client and stakeholder management skills
Experience managing subcontractors and site-based teams
Sound understanding of SWMS, quality and construction compliance
Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills
A qualification in
Landscape Construction, Horticulture, Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline
would be highly regarded.
Experience delivering landscape construction projects in Queensland, including exposure to
TMR specifications
, would also be advantageous but isn't essential.
Lead the Project and the People
This role is also about developing the people around you.
Where a Site Manager is allocated to your project, you'll provide guidance and mentoring, helping them build the skills and commercial understanding required to progress from Site Supervisor towards Project Management.
You'll help create a project culture built around
safety, quality, accountability and continuous improvement
.
Ready for the Next Step?
If you've built your career in commercial landscaping or civil construction and you're ready for a Project Manager role where you can genuinely take ownership of your projects, we'd like to hear from you.
With a package of
$120,000–$130,000 + super + company vehicle
, this is an opportunity to join an established contractor and take on a role combining technical construction knowledge with genuine commercial responsibility.
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