Cairns Scaffolding Project Lead – Permanent + Car & Bonus

Surematch PTY LTD; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Phone

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Surematch PTY LTD in Cairns, Queensland, is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead residential and commercial scaffolding projects from scoping through handover. You will manage multiple projects, lead site teams and act as the main client contact, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery.

The role requires 3–5 years of project management in scaffolding or construction, budgeting and scheduling expertise, and the ability to read drawings. A scaffolding licence is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of project management experience in scaffolding or construction.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, on time and within budget.
• Experience leading site teams and coordinating with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and deliver multiple scaffolding projects from start to completion.
• Review scopes, drawings and requirements; support estimating on quotes and variations.
• Allocate labour, equipment and materials to meet timelines.
• Lead site teams and supervisors; set clear expectations and accountability.
• Track budgets, costs, schedules and progress; resolve issues to avoid delays.
• Ensure safety, quality and compliance on all projects (SWMS, inspections, docs).
• Act as main client contact; provide updates and manage scope changes.
• Coordinate with builders and trades on site.
• Improve reporting, scheduling and communication for consistent delivery.

Skills

Project management

Scaffolding

Construction management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Client communication

Education

Project/Construction Management qualification

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Surematch PTY LTD in Cairns, Queensland, is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead residential and commercial scaffolding projects from scoping through handover. You will manage multiple projects, lead site teams and act as the main client contact, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery.

The role requires 3–5 years of project management in scaffolding or construction, budgeting and scheduling expertise, and the ability to read drawings. A scaffolding licence is advantageous.