Brisbane Transport Industry Leader - Roads & Highways

KBR; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Industry Lead - Transport to drive growth of our Roads and Highways business across the Brisbane Metro region. You will develop strategies, build strong client relationships with TMR and local councils, and lead pursuits and tenders for major transport opportunities.

This role blends business leadership with project delivery, offering exposure to senior stakeholders and the chance to shape Queensland’s transport future while guiding teams and recruitment

Qualifications

• 15+ years in the transport infrastructure sector.
• Civil Engineering degree and professional accreditation (RPEQ/CPEng).
• Strong relationships with TMR, local government and Queensland transport market.
• Proven success in leading pursuits and securing project opportunities.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead growth of Roads and Highways in the Brisbane Metro region.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with TMR, councils and stakeholders.
• Identify, capture and secure major transport opportunities.
• Develop pursuit and capture strategies for priority projects.
• Provide leadership across project delivery activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across KBR.
• Support growth of the Brisbane office through capability development and recruitment.
• Foster a high-performing, inclusive culture.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Business development

Client engagement

Education

Civil Engineering degree

RPEQ/CPEng accreditation

Job description

KBR in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Industry Lead - Transport to drive growth of our Roads and Highways business across the Brisbane Metro region. You will develop strategies, build strong client relationships with TMR and local councils, and lead pursuits and tenders for major transport opportunities.

This role blends business leadership with project delivery, offering exposure to senior stakeholders and the chance to shape Queensland’s transport future while guiding teams and recruitment