Salary Range:$122,****** - $153,****** per annum
Position Type:Full-Time Permanent
Location:Council Chambers, ******* Spence Street, Cairns
Application Close Date:Sunday, 29 November **** at *****pm AEST
Lead complex capital projects.
Shape delivery decisions.
Build lasting infrastructure for the Cairns community.
Join Council's Major Projects branch in a permanent role combining engineering expertise, commercial judgement and team leadership.
Reporting to the Executive Manager Major Projects, you will work with a high level of autonomy and accountability to lead complex capital works, with the opportunity to influence procurement, construction methodology and delivery outcomes.
What You'll Be Doing
Bring together internal specialists, consultants and contractors to turn project requirements into delivered infrastructure.
Your remit spans tender and contract documentation, delivery planning, approvals and contract administration, with responsibility for scope, cost, time and quality.
You will:
Lead multidisciplinary teams of Council staff, consultants and contractors, building collaboration and clear accountability for project outcomes.
Lead the preparation of tender and contract documentation that establishes clear requirements for capital works delivery.
Negotiate and coordinate project approvals with utilities, statutory authorities and government agencies, representing Council within delegated authority.
Manage contract administration and provide clear reporting on progress, expenditure, claims and variations; act as Superintendent's Representative when nominated.
Identify and apply suitable contract and construction methods,



coordinating delivery with other Council capital works.
Control scope, cost, schedule and quality to deliver agreed project outcomes using appropriate quality assurance procedures.
What We Are Looking For:
Bachelor of Engineering or other relevant Engineering qualification.
Extensive engineering, project and contract management experience in a medium to large multi-disciplined organisation.
Current Drivers Licence with the ability to independently drive between business locations to meet operational needs.
Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams, negotiate effectively and build productive relationships with clients and stakeholders.
Working knowledge and understanding of relevant Standards and Legislation.
Working knowledge and understanding of project management frameworks, such as PMBOK, PRINCE2, and other industry standards.
Bring your delivery experience to Council's Major Projects branch and help shape infrastructure for our region.
Some benefits we offer:
Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
Up to 3 weeks personal leave
Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
Salary sacrifice opportunities
Relocation assistance may be available for preferred candidates.
We are committed to:
Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work workplace
Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support
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📌 Principal Project Manager (Queensland)
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