Construction Project Manager

IOR; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship & training

Fuel discounts

Blue Squad social club

Salary sacrifice options

Health care discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

IOR is recruiting a Project Manager - Construction to lead end-to-end delivery of fuel infrastructure projects across Australia. You will manage planning, approvals, procurement, contractor engagement, construction activities, commissioning and handover, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, and quality.

You will bring a degree or diploma in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field, with strong experience in development and building approvals, budgeting, scheduling, and

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, Building, or a related discipline, along with a current Driver's Licence and Construction White Card.
• Demonstrated experience delivering construction projects from planning and approvals through to commissioning and handover.
• Strong knowledge of development approvals, building approvals, construction processes, and relevant Australian standards.
• Proven ability to manage contractors, consultants, budgets, schedules, and project risks while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
• Commercially minded with excellent communication skills, project management capability, and a willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of fuel facility construction, site upgrades, and infrastructure projects from planning through to commissioning and handover.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, risks, reporting, and change control to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Coordinate development applications, building approvals, consultants, contractors, and regulatory stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee construction activities, conduct site visits, and ensure projects meet safety, quality, and compliance requirements.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive project performance and deliver meaningful outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Communication

Education

Construction Management degree

Civil/Building engineering diploma

Job description

IOR might be the greatest Aussie success story you haven’t heard of… yet.

From humble roots in Eromanga, QLD, we’ve been fuelling the furthest corners of Australia for over 40 years. But we think the most exciting journey’s still on the horizon.

Joining IOR means stepping into a role where your work genuinely matters. As our Project Manager - Construction, you'll play a key role in delivering critical fuel infrastructure projects across Australia. From new facilities and major site upgrades to infrastructure expansions, you'll lead projects from concept through to commissioning and handover. This is an opportunity to work on nationally significant projects while partnering with a passionate team that values innovation, accountability, and practical outcomes. You'll have the autonomy to drive results, build strong stakeholder relationships, and help shape the future of Australia's fuel network.

About the role

This role is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of construction projects across IOR's Ground Fuels Network. You'll manage planning, approvals, procurement, contractor engagement, construction activities, commissioning, and project handover, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, you'll drive successful project outcomes while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards.

• Lead the delivery of fuel facility construction, site upgrades, and infrastructure projects from planning through to commissioning and handover.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, risks, reporting, and change control to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Coordinate development applications, building approvals, consultants, contractors, and regulatory stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee construction activities, conduct site visits, and ensure projects meet safety, quality, and compliance requirements.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive project performance and deliver meaningful outcomes.

What you’ll bring

You'll bring proven experience managing construction projects from concept through to completion, along with strong commercial awareness and the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders. You're an organised, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys delivering tangible outcomes. Your ability to manage contractors, navigate approvals processes, and communicate effectively will be key to your success in this role.

• Degree or Diploma in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, Building, or a related discipline, along with a current Driver's Licence and Construction White Card.
• Demonstrated experience delivering construction projects from planning and approvals through to commissioning and handover.
• Strong knowledge of development approvals, building approvals, construction processes, and relevant Australian standards.
• Proven ability to manage contractors, consultants, budgets, schedules, and project risks while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
• Commercially minded with excellent communication skills, project management capability, and a willingness to travel as required.

Approaching each day through our values ofInnovation finding solutions, Our Communities serving people, and Reliability getting results, our team is focused on delivering what really matters to our customers. It’s this mindset that drives us forward. We’re about so much more than fuel. We’re about three key things:

• Right Team: It’s the kind of place where you walk in the door and instantly know you belong
• Right Track: We’re going somewhere, and as we get bigger, so do the opportunities to get stuck in and challenge yourself
• Right Now: There’s no dragging feet or endless committees here. We deliver for Australia every single day

You’ll also be rewarded with a range of benefits, including:

• Grow your expertise and career with access to experienced mentors and ongoing training and development opportunities
• Team member and family discounts on fuel (obviously!)
• Work hard, play hard with our Blue Squad social club – trivia nights, barbecues and plenty of laughs!
• Plus salary sacrificing options, retail and health care discounts, Employee Assistance Program, and much more

We provide an equal employment opportunity for all; we see the value in diversity and celebrate individuality. This looks like respectful conversations and a safe workplace where everyone thrives.