Civil Construction Manager

GemLife; Nambour; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

GemLife is seeking an experienced Civil Construction Manager to oversee the delivery of civil works across our expanding portfolio of luxury over-50s lifestyle resorts throughout South East Queensland. You will lead a dedicated team of up to 50 personnel, ensuring safe, on-time, on-budget project delivery while upholding GemLife's high standards.

Reporting to the Head of Civil Operations, you will drive construction programs, resource allocation and procurement, while implementing quality

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in civil construction with a strong background delivering earthworks, services, structures, concrete and pavement works.
• Demonstrated success in a senior leadership role such as Civil Construction Manager, Operations Manager, Senior Project Manager or Project Manager.
• Proven ability to manage and allocate plant, equipment and workforce resources across multiple projects.
• Experience delivering large-scale subdivisions, group title communities, commercial or industrial developments.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to monitor, manage and forecast project budgets and performance.
• Sound understanding of survey systems, GPS technology and geotechnical requirements.
• Experience using project management systems such as Procore (highly regarded).
• Exposure to civil design software including AutoCAD and 12d (advantageous).
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build trusted relationships across teams and contractors.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a passion for delivering exceptional project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee multiple civil construction projects across South East Queensland.
• Develop and execute construction programs aligned with project delivery objectives.
• Drive project outcomes across safety, quality, environmental compliance, budget and programme performance.
• Review construction documentation to ensure accuracy, constructability and compliance.
• Manage contractor procurement and tendering activities to achieve optimum commercial outcomes.
• Provide regular project reporting and updates to key stakeholders.
• Partner with Development and Construction teams to conduct constructability reviews and identify delivery efficiencies.
• Continuously evaluate construction methodologies and implement industry best practices.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of quality assurance and compliance systems.
• Drive innovation, productivity improvements and operational efficiencies across civil construction activities.
• Coordinate closely with Residential and Commercial Construction teams to ensure seamless project delivery and timely handover of serviced sites.
• Lead and mentor project teams, fostering a strong culture of accountability, collaboration and performance.

Skills

Civil leadership

Senior PM

Resource planning

Budget forecasting

GPS surveying

Stakeholder mgmt

Problem solving

Constructability reviews

Tools

Procore

AutoCAD

12d

Job description

Ready to lead the delivery of large-scale civil infrastructure projects across one of Australia's fastest-growing residential developers?

GemLife is seeking an experienced Civil Construction Manager to oversee the delivery of civil works across our expanding portfolio of luxury over-50s lifestyle resorts throughout South East Queensland.

This is a leadership opportunity for a driven civil construction professional who thrives on delivering high-quality outcomes, leading high-performing teams, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standard. With a strong pipeline of developments ahead, you'll play a key role in shaping communities and supporting GemLife's continued growth.

About Us

GemLife is one of Australia's fastest-growing developers of luxury over-50s residential resorts. Known for architecturally designed communities, premium facilities and exceptional lifestyle experiences, we are proud to be a newly ASX-listed business built on passion, integrity and respect.

As a fully vertically integrated company, we manage every stage of the development process from land acquisition and approvals through to civil construction, home building and resort operations. Our team of industry experts work collaboratively to deliver communities of exceptional quality across Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria.

Joining GemLife means becoming part of a high-performing organisation where your expertise is valued, innovation is encouraged, and your contribution makes a genuine impact.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Head of Civil Operations, you'll be responsible for overseeing all day-to-day civil construction activities delivered by GemLife Civil across South East Queensland.

Leading a dedicated team of up to 50 personnel, including Senior Project Engineers, Project Engineers, Site Supervisors, Plant Operators and Labourers, you'll drive the successful delivery of civil infrastructure works that support the development of GemLife's luxury lifestyle resorts.

From planning and programming through to resource allocation, procurement and project delivery, you'll ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the high standards GemLife is known for. This role also provides oversight of GemLife's plant and equipment allocation, ensuring resources are strategically deployed to maximise efficiency and performance across multiple active sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee multiple civil construction projects across South East Queensland.
• Develop and execute construction programs aligned with project delivery objectives.
• Drive project outcomes across safety, quality, environmental compliance, budget and programme performance.
• Review construction documentation to ensure accuracy, constructability and compliance.
• Manage contractor procurement and tendering activities to achieve optimum commercial outcomes.
• Provide regular project reporting and updates to key stakeholders.
• Partner with Development and Construction teams to conduct constructability reviews and identify delivery efficiencies.
• Continuously evaluate construction methodologies and implement industry best practices.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of quality assurance and compliance systems.
• Drive innovation, productivity improvements and operational efficiencies across civil construction activities.
• Coordinate closely with Residential and Commercial Construction teams to ensure seamless project delivery and timely handover of serviced sites.
• Lead and mentor project teams, fostering a strong culture of accountability, collaboration and performance.

The Successful Applicant Will Bring

• Extensive experience in civil construction with a strong background delivering earthworks, services, structures, concrete and pavement works.
• Demonstrated success in a senior leadership role such as Civil Construction Manager, Operations Manager, Senior Project Manager or Project Manager.
• Proven ability to manage and allocate plant, equipment and workforce resources across multiple projects.
• Experience delivering large-scale subdivisions, group title communities, commercial or industrial developments.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to monitor, manage and forecast project budgets and performance.
• Sound understanding of survey systems, GPS technology and geotechnical requirements.
• Experience using project management systems such as Procore (highly regarded).
• Exposure to civil design software including AutoCAD and 12d (advantageous).
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build trusted relationships across teams and contractors.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a passion for delivering exceptional project outcomes.

Why Join GemLife?

• Lead the delivery of civil infrastructure across a growing portfolio of luxury developments.
• Based from our brand-new, state-of-the-art Gold Coast Head Office.
• Join a high-growth, ASX-listed organisation entering an exciting new chapter.
• Work alongside experienced industry professionals in a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Influence outcomes and contribute directly to the success of major developments.
• Ongoing professional development and genuine career progression opportunities.
• Competitive salary package and long-term pipeline of work.
• Be part of a certified Great Place to Work® organisation.

We only accept applications from Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or candidates with unrestricted Australian work rights. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position.