Confidential Client | Permanent Role | Career-Defining Opportunity

We are currently partnering with a respected civil and infrastructure contractor currently working on a major project based in Far North Queensland, seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of major projects across the region. With a workforce of approximately 70 people on-site and an impressive pipeline of work, this is a long-term opportunity for a proven leader who brings strong commercial skills and client-facing expertise.

About the Company
Our client is a highly regarded, privately owned civil construction business delivering complex infrastructure projects across regional and remote parts of Queensland and Northern Australia, as well as across the east coast. Their core capabilities span major asset maintenance across roadworks, drainage, earthworks, structural concrete, water and sewer infrastructure, remote area construction, and project management services. With a strong commitment to quality, safety, and community engagement, they have built an excellent reputation for delivering challenging projects in difficult environments — on time and within budget.

The Role
As the Senior Project Manager, you will oversee the delivery of key civil infrastructure projects while leading a capable and cohesive team. You will have five direct reports — a Project Engineer, Site Engineer, Graduate Engineer, Contract Administrator, and Admin Officer — and overall responsibility for site performance, client liaison, financial outcomes, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of civil infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with cost, schedule, and quality targets.
• Manage day-to-day operations and site personnel, promoting collaboration and accountability.
• Monitor commercial performance, risk, and project financials with a sharp focus on profitability.
• Act as the primary client interface, building strong stakeholder relationships based on trust and performance.
• Negotiate and manage contract variations and claims with confidence and clarity.
• Drive safety culture and ensure full compliance with industry and company standards.

About You

• Ideally a minimum of 8–10 years of experience in civil infrastructure project management.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen, with experience managing budgets, contracts, and financial outcomes.
• Exceptional stakeholder and client relationship skills.
• Proven leadership ability, with experience managing site-based teams in regional or remote settings.
• Must have full Australian work rights.
• Willing to be based in or relocate to the Cairns region.

If you have additional questions about this position, please get in touch with Rachel via [email protected] and we can arrange a confidential chat.