Civil Site Leader — Major Projects, Permanent Role

Foundation Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Foundation Recruitment is seeking a permanent leader to drive major civil construction projects in Melbourne. From day one, you will command site teams and subcontractors, guiding strategy, safety, quality, and program performance on $25M+ programs.

This role emphasizes hands-on leadership, mentorship, and collaboration with clients, consultants, and surveyors to deliver complex infrastructure on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 4-5+ years leading site teams in civil construction.
• Safety induction, first aid and civil construction certs are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead site teams and subcontractors, drive program performance on $25M+ projects.
• Own every phase from establishment to completion with accountability for quality and safety.
• Develop and mentor teams, provide direction, and grow future leaders.
• Maintain rigorous standards through detailed reporting and continuous improvement.
• Champion a strong safety culture with inductions, risk assessments and investigations.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and surveyors to drive project success.

Skills

Natural leader

Strong communication

MS Word/Excel/PM tools

Site leadership experience

Education

Certificate 3 in Civil Construction

First Aid Certificate

Safety Induction Card

Tools

Project Management tools

Job description

Foundation Recruitment is seeking a permanent leader to drive major civil construction projects in Melbourne. From day one, you will command site teams and subcontractors, guiding strategy, safety, quality, and program performance on $25M+ programs.

This role emphasizes hands-on leadership, mentorship, and collaboration with clients, consultants, and surveyors to deliver complex infrastructure on time and within budget.