Project Director

Whittens Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Site uplift 30%

Weekly pay

Paid Parental Leave

Novated Lease

Employee Assistance programme

Employee referral scheme

Job summary

Whittens Group is seeking a Project Director to lead a large self-perform FRP/construction project on a FIFO roster across NT or SA. The role focuses on delivering value through expert leadership and effective interface management with clients and internal teams.

The role requires 15+ years in civil project management, with experience in FIFO environments and large-scale projects ($50–$100M). A civil/structural engineering background is preferred.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of project management experience in FIFO civil contracting.
• Experience on large FRP infrastructure projects valued $50–$100M.
• Experience managing a direct self-perform workforce.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client and site interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain key interface relationships with Client, site teams and Whittens leadership.
• Deliver project by building a high performing, safe and sustainable team to achieve objectives.
• Determine construction methods, materials and quality standards, and interpret drawings and plans.
• Prepare and submit notifications to the Client as required.
• Organise, plan and manage direct site labour and workforce planning.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Commercial acumen

Client relationship management

People development

Education

Civil/structural engineering degree

Job description

At Whittens, we strive to create a supportive environment that enables growth, success, and long-term retention of our employees.

Our mission, as an agile and people centric business, is to be the market leader in civil contracting. Whittens recognise people as our strength and fundamental to our success, which is why we invest in attracting and retaining the best talent. As part of our Employee Value Proposition, Whittens offer;

• Annual Remuneration Reviews
• Weekly Pay
• Employee Referral Payments
• Discounted Health Insurance
• Salary Packaging – Novated Lease

We are continually looking for talent across all levels – from graduates to seasoned professionals. If you’re a team player with a ‘can-do’ attitude seeking an opportunity to work within a people-focused culture,

Project Director

• Operations
• Project Management
• Brisbane
• Permanent

With over 25 years of experience across Western Australia, New South Wales and Queensland, Whittens is a family-owned national Australian civil construction contractor. We deliver both large-scale and technically complex FRP, concrete, earthworks and civil infrastructure projects for major mining and infrastructure clients. Built on strong relationships and a team-focused culture, we are committed to creating a safe, supportive and respectful workplace where our people can develop their skills and contribute to successful project outcomes.

About The Role

We are recruiting a Project Director on a2/1 FIFO roster to lead and manage a large scale self-perform FRP / complex construction project in either NT or SA.

Key Responsibilities Include, but Are not limited To

• Build on and retain key interface relationships with Client, site teams and Whittens leadership.
• Deliver project by building a high performing safe and sustainable team to achieve project objectives
• Determine construction methods, materials and quality standards, and drafting and interpreting specifications, drawings, plans, construction methods and procedures.
• Prepare and submit notifications to the Client as required.
• Organise, plan and manage direct site labour and ensure effective workforce planning.
• Assess costs, and measuring, valuing and negotiating variations in consultation with the Commercial team.
• Ensure strict compliance with contract notices and management of subcontractors in strict compliance with agreements.
• Identify and support emerging leaders and facilitate upskilling and development plans.
• Track and produce accurate cost tracking date including holding weekly project reviews

ABOUT YOU:

• Tertiary Qualifications in Civil or Structural Engineering - Preferred
• At least 15 years+ Project Management experience in a similar FIFO role with a Civil Contractor
• Experience in large scale FRP Infrastructure Projects ($50-$100M) - A must
• Demonstrated experience in managing a direct self-perform workforce
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Superior time and priority management skills
• Confidence in managing a range of different relationships throughout the business and on site with our client
• Demonstrate Commercial Acumen and be a Visible leader to create safe and collaborative work teams

WHAT WE OFFER:

Whittens are committed to investing in our people and rewarding the skills and experience you bring. As well as this long-term permanent opportunity and the chance to be part of our growth and success story, we offer:

• Competitive salary package plus 30% site uplift plus super paid weekly
• Work amongst engaged leaders and collaborative project teams
• Work in a culture driven by our “Keeping our mates safe” mantra
• Paid Parental Leave
• Permanent long-term opportunity
• Novated Lease options
• Be part of an iconic project
• Employee Assistance programme
• Employee referral scheme benefits

Please note that this role is being sourced through Whittens directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies