Project Manager - Civil Structures (Dams & Bridgeworks) Location: Brisbane, QLD (Northside) Own the outcome.
A well-established Queensland civil contractor is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of structures-focused projects across dams, bridgeworks and major concrete works.
We're a self-performing business.
We build our own work with our own crews, so you'll manage real delivery, real people and real results, with the autonomy to make decisions and the backing of a company that values hands-on leadership.
If you want more ownership than a Tier 1 gives you, this is the role.
The work Our projects are structures-focused: concreting, dams, bridgeworks and related civil structures.
This is not a roadworks role.
What you'll be doingTaking full ownership of project delivery from award through to practical completion and handoverLeading a project team of Senior Project Engineers, Project Engineers, site supervisors and self-perform crewsManaging programme, cost, cashflow, margin and forecastingAdministering contracts, variations, EOTs and claimsBuilding strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, subcontractors and suppliersDriving safety leadership, quality outcomes and compliance on siteManaging procurement and subcontract packagesIdentifying and resolving risks and issues before they affect programme or costContributing to tender input,



planning and continuous improvementAbout youProven experience as a Project Manager, or a strong Senior PE / Construction Manager ready to step up, delivering civil projects on the contractor sideHands-on self-performing background, working with direct labour and your own plant and crewsExperience with a Tier 2 or Tier 3 contractor (we're not looking for Tier 1 or consulting-only backgrounds)Experience in civil structures, concrete, dams, bridgeworks, water or similar major worksStrong commercial skills, with a track record of delivering on time and on budgetConfident leader who can mentor engineers and command respect on siteSound knowledge of QA, safety systems and contract administrationRelevant tertiary qualifications (civil engineering or construction management) preferredHighly regardedFormwork, reinforcement and pour (FRP) experience (preferred, not essential for this role)Windfarm or renewable energy civil experience (a bonus, not a requirement)What's on offerA genuine leadership role with real autonomy and visibilityA tight, self-performing business with a solid delivery cultureChallenging, high-value structures projectsCompetitive package: $140,000 - $200,000 plusCareer progression into senior leadershipApply now, or call James McLaughlin on for a confidential chat.

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