Build a civil business from the ground up A well-established and well-resourced South Australian construction group is establishing a new civil construction business and is seeking an experienced leader to lead its growth.

This is a rare opportunity to help shape this business from the outset, supported from day one by new plant and equipment, an experienced workforce, and the backing of a group with a strong track record across structural concrete, formwork, piling and civil infrastructure.

You will have the direct support of the group's directors and senior construction leadership across strategy, commercial and delivery, while leading the day-to-day operation of the business.

We are looking for an experienced civil project manager, ideally engineering-qualified, who is comfortable wearing a number of hats in the early stages and helping to steer the business as it establishes. You will be motivated by building something significant and enduring, with a long-term outlook rather than a focus on short-term reward, and prepared to invest the effort required to establish the business well.

The role

- Price and win civil construction work across South Australia
- Lead projects from tender through to completion, including programming, cost control, quality and safety
- Set up and refine the systems, resourcing and team as the business grows
- Build robust relationships with clients,



subcontractors and suppliers
- Work alongside the directors on the strategy, direction and growth of the business
- Ensure work meets Australian Standards, contract and HSEQ requirements

About you

- A civil engineering degree, or equivalent industry experience
- A proven track record estimating, pricing and delivering civil construction projects
- Established relationships across the South Australian civil construction industry
- Sound commercial and contract acumen
- A hands-on, roll-your-sleeves-up leadership style and the drive to build something
- Strong communication and stakeholder skills
- Current SA driver's licence, valid White Card and full working rights in Australia

What is on offer

- New plant, equipment and an experienced workforce in place from day one
- The backing, mentorship and financial strength of an established group
- A genuine opportunity to lead and grow a new business, backed by an established group
- An attractive remuneration package including a fully maintained vehicle, based on experience, with scope for additional incentives as the business grows

If you are ready to build something long term with an established group behind you, we would like to hear from you. All enquiries and applications will be treated in strict confidence.

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