Project Manager

DT Infrastructure; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Parental leave

Hybrid/work flexibility

Development opportunities

Job summary

DT Infrastructure is seeking a high-performing Rail Project Manager to lead delivery of rail infrastructure contracts in Queensland and beyond. You will manage critical civil and rail integration works for landmark programs and support an expanding project portfolio across New South Wales and Queensland.

Key responsibilities include developing project execution plans, managing procurement and budget, overseeing subcontractors, and forging strategic alliances with clients and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, PM or related discipline.
• Track Safe Working Certification or ability to obtain quickly.
• Proven track in track and civil rail infrastructure environments.
• OLE (Overhead Line Equipment) experience is highly desirable.
• Experience with infrastructure tender development and project programming.
• Strong leadership for geographically dispersed teams.

Responsibilities

• Drive Project Execution Plans (PEP) and map baseline schedules with critical paths.
• Lead high-risk railway occupations/possessions and hour-by-hour shutdowns.
• Oversee procurement, monitor project costs and manage budget deviations.
• Manage subcontractor performance and minimize subcontract claims.
• Create Rights and Obligations docs and perform financial risk analysis.
• Cultivate long-term strategic alliances with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.

Skills

Rail project management

Leadership

Track Safe Working Certification

Civil rail experience

Education

Engineering/PM degree

Job description

About DT Infrastructure DT Infrastructure is a trusted provider of engineering and construction solutions that unlock opportunities for our clients, communities and people. Specialising in Defence, transport and infrastructure, we offer a unique synergy of local expertise in complex projects and the global perspective of our multinational parent company, Gamuda Berhad. Through engineering innovation, collaborative contracting and leading sustainability practices we're unlocking opportunities for a better tomorrow.

About the role

We are seeking a high-performing Rail Project Manager to successfully lead the delivery of rail infrastructure contracts. This role offers an opportunity to manage critical civil and rail integration works for the landmark Queensland Train Manufacturing Program (QTMP) project, while supporting an expanding project portfolio across New South Wales and Queensland.

Key responsibilities include:

• Drive Project Execution Plans (PEP) and map baseline schedules outlining critical paths in accordance with standard procedures.
• Lead high-risk railway occupations/possessions and long shutdowns using countdown meetings and hour-by-hour shutdown plans.
• Oversee procurement, closely monitor project costs, and execute corrective actions for any budget deviations.
• Manage subcontractor performance, finalize scope/interface agreements, and proactively minimize subcontract claims.
• Create comprehensive Rights and Obligations documents and supply robust financial risk analysis.
• Cultivate long‑term strategic alliances with clients, key suppliers and subcontractors.

About you

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• Track Safe Working Certification (or verified capability to acquire it quickly).
• Proven record in Track and Civil rail infrastructure environments.
• Experience managing Overhead Line Equipment (OLE) works is highly desirable.
• Experience with infrastructure tender development and project programming.
• Strong leadership capability to handle geographically dispersed teams and blue‑collar workforces.

Why work for DTI

• Competitive pay that reflects your contribution: We reward performance and impact, with our remuneration benchmarked to market.
• Purpose-driven careers in infrastructure: As we grow our presence in the renewable energy sector, DTI is also continuing to cement its position as a delivery partner of choice across rail, roads and Defence infrastructure projects. Our teams benefit from the variety of opportunities, applying their skills and experience across multiple sectors.
• Fostering your development: We've developed a culture where continuous learning is front and centre of everything we do. Fostering the growth and development of our people is key to our success and ensuring that we are preparing the next generation of leaders is a core focus for our business.
• Parental leave designed for the reality of family life: Our industry leading parental leave policies are centred on flexibility to support modern family life, because at DTI, little families are a part of our one big family.
• Flexibility that works for you and for us: We acknowledge that everyone's needs are different in striking the right work-life integration. Whether it's hybrid working, adjusted hours, job sharing or balancing family commitments, we'll work together to make it work.

DT Infrastructure is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions opportunity and respect. Our focus on inclusivity is active and ongoing. Women, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and former members of the Australian Defence Force are encouraged to apply.