Civil Project Manager Muswellbrook

Eire Constructions; Muswellbrook; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

EIRE Constructions is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a major water pipeline project for Muswellbrook Shire Council in the Denman–Sandy Hollow region. This site-based role requires a hands-on leader to drive delivery from site establishment through to successful completion.

You will be responsible for safety, quality and programme performance, with accountability for budgets, contracts and team leadership. A civil engineering or construction management degree is highly regarded.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years' experience in civil construction project management delivering significant infrastructure projects.
• Experience delivering water pipeline, water infrastructure or similar major civil construction projects valued at $20M+.
• Strong technical understanding of pipeline construction and civil methodologies.
• Proven track record managing project budgets, programmes and contractual obligations.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary construction teams and engaging with government or council clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of a major water pipeline project, ensuring safety, on programme, on budget and to quality standards.
• Maintain a strong onsite presence, guiding engineers, supervisors and subcontractors.
• Own project budgets, cost control, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Manage contractual obligations, procurement, variations and commercial risks.
• Develop and maintain construction programmes, identify constraints and manage resources.
• Champion safety, quality, environmental compliance and regulatory obligations.
• Build strong relationships with Muswellbrook Shire Council, subcontractors and stakeholders.
• Oversee project closeout, testing and handover.

Skills

Water pipeline

Water infrastructure

Civil construction

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

EIRE Constructions was founded by Kelliher family patriarch Tom Kelliher, in the late1970's. EIRE has blazed a trail in innovative civil infrastructure solutions – and specialises in water treatment, water network infrastructure and transport infrastructure including roads, bridges, wastewater systems and more, drawing on our breadth and depth of experience to deliver complex projects. As regional civil infrastructure specialists, we strive to be a part of the communities in which we operate. Driven by our Purpose ofbuilding the communities we want to live in, we are connected and inspired by our Values.

We're seeking an experienced and commercially astute Project Manager to lead the delivery of a major $20M+ water pipeline project for Muswellbrook Shire Council, connecting the Denman and Sandy Hollow communities.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a significant regional infrastructure project, leading an experienced delivery team from site establishment through to successful completion.

The Opportunity

About the business

EIRE Constructions was founded by Kelliher family patriarch Tom Kelliher, in the late1970's. EIRE has blazed a trail in innovative civil infrastructure solutions – and specialises in water treatment, water network infrastructure and transport infrastructure including roads, bridges, wastewater systems and more, drawing on our breadth and depth of experience to deliver complex projects. As regional civil infrastructure specialists, we strive to be a part of the communities in which we operate. Driven by our Purpose ofbuilding the communities we want to live in, we are connected and inspired by our Values.

Reporting to our Regional Manager, you'll have overall responsibility for the safe, efficient and commercially successful delivery of the project.

This is a site-based position, requiring a consistent onsite presence in the Denman–Sandy Hollow area to provide hands‑on leadership, oversee construction activities and maintain strong relationships with the client, subcontractors and project stakeholders.

You'll be responsible for managing all aspects of project delivery, including construction planning, programme management, financial performance, contractual obligations, quality, safety and team leadership.

• Project Delivery: Lead the end-to-end delivery of a major water pipeline infrastructure project, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Site Leadership: Maintain a strong onsite presence, providing direction and support to engineers, supervisors, subcontractors and construction personnel.
• Commercial & Financial Management: Take ownership of project budgets, cost control, forecasting, cash flow, financial reporting and overall commercial performance.
• Contract Administration: Manage contractual obligations, procurement, subcontractor agreements, progress claims, variations and commercial risks.
• Programme Management: Develop and maintain detailed construction programmes, proactively identifying constraints, managing resources and ensuring key milestones are achieved.
• Safety, Quality & Environment: Champion Eire's safety culture and ensure compliance with project management plans, environmental requirements, quality standards and regulatory obligations.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong working relationships with Muswellbrook Shire Council, local stakeholders, subcontractors and the broader project team.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify and manage construction, operational, contractual and financial risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Team Development: Lead, mentor and support the project delivery team, fostering accountability, collaboration and high performance.
• Project Completion: Oversee testing, commissioning, documentation, handover and project closeout requirements.

About You

We're looking for a confident and capable Project Manager who brings strong technical expertise, commercial judgement and a proven ability to deliver complex civil infrastructure projects.

You’ll ideally have:

• Minimum 5–7 years' experience in civil construction project management, with demonstrated experience delivering significant infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience managing water pipeline, water infrastructure or similar major civil construction projects, ideally valued at $20M or more.
• Strong technical understanding of pipeline construction, bulk earthworks, civil construction methodologies and associated infrastructure.
• Demonstrated success managing project budgets, programmes, contractual obligations and commercial outcomes.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary construction teams, including engineers, supervisors and subcontractors.
• Strong knowledge of WHS, environmental management, quality assurance and relevant construction standards.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills, including experience working with government or local council clients.
• The ability to anticipate challenges, make sound decisions and maintain project momentum in a demanding construction environment.
• A degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline will be highly regarded.
• The ability and willingness to work onsite in the Denman–Sandy Hollow area throughout the project - DIDO will be payable to support the site presence.

Above all, you'll be a practical, solutions-focused leader who takes ownership, delivers on commitments and sets high standards for safety, quality and performance.