Project Manager

Engineering • Cairns, Queensland 4870, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Bachelor of Engineering.
  • Substantial civil construction project management experience.
  • Ability to manage delivery, budgets, forecasts, claims, variations and project risk.

Role Type

On-site • Contract • Full-time • Mid-level Senior

Description

HEH Civil is seeking an experienced Project Manager for a 12-month contract delivering civil construction projects across Far North Queensland. This is an on-site role based from Cairns, open to local applicants, those willing to relocate, or candidates open to FIFO from Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane. The role suits someone with strong civil contracting experience who can take ownership of delivery, commercial outcomes, client relationships and project teams.

Benefits of the role:

  • 12-month contract based from Cairns, with FIFO considered from Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane
  • Competitive package including vehicle, and allowances for work away
  • Senior ownership across delivery, commercial performance and client relationships
  • Strong engineering, supervision and operational support

Responsibilities:

  • Lead one major civil project, or several smaller projects, depending on business needs
  • Manage delivery, budgets, forecasts, claims, variations and project risk
  • Coordinate Engineers, Supervisors, subcontractors and site teams
  • Maintain strong client, TMR, local government and stakeholder relationships
  • Oversee planning, programming, procurement, resourcing and contract administration
  • Report on project performance, risks, opportunities and key issues

Requirements:

  • Based in Cairns, willing to relocate, or open to FIFO from Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane
  • Bachelor of Engineering
  • Substantial civil construction project management experience
  • Strong commercial, contract administration and project delivery capability
  • Confident leadership across Engineers, Supervisors, subcontractors and site teams
  • Willing to travel for regional work, including overnight stays and occasional Saturday work when required

If you are an experienced civil Project Manager looking for a 12-month contract with strong support and meaningful project ownership, we would like to hear from you.

Company Overview

HEH Civil has become a trusted provider in the civil construction industry throughout Queensland. Our specialty services include; Urban Development, General Civil Construction, Water/Sewer Infrastructure, Bulk Earthworks, Bridge & Drainage Infrastructure, Slope Stabilisation and Main Roads Construction. Since its conception, HEH Civil has steadily grown to a team of over 100 employees across Queensland. We attribute our growth to putting emphasis on developing engineering and managerial expertise. We believe that a team with clear leadership, excellent communication and a problem-solving approach is a thriving team. The development and success of our people is important to us, and our values permeate through all areas of the business. We form great partnerships with our clients which are built on embracing challenges with the positive energy and hard work of our dedicated team and our commitment to continuous improvement. With these values combined, we achieve excellent construction outcomes for every client we work with.