Project Manager

RPS; Cairns Regional; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/Hybrid Work Arrangements

Professional Membership Reimbursement

Defence Reservist Leave

Paid Parental & Partner Leave

$250 Active Lifestyle Allowance p.a.

Monthly Phone Allowance

Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme

Salary Packaging Options

Access to development programs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

RPS is seeking a client-side Project Manager in Cairns to manage influential projects in Defence, Education, and Government sectors. Ideal candidates will have 4+ years of experience in construction project management and relevant qualifications.

You will benefit from flexible work arrangements, professional membership reimbursement, and active lifestyle allowances, contributing to meaningful community-enhancing projects.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in construction projects, especially in Education or Government sectors.
• AIPM Certified Practising Project Manager certification is favorable.
• Completed construction site health and safety course.

Responsibilities

• Manage large, complex construction projects across various sectors.
• Oversee contract management and administrative tasks.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Construction project management

Client and stakeholder management

Leadership skills

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Time management

Education

Professional qualifications in project management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

We’re looking for a client-side Project Manager with experience in Defence, Education, Government, Health, or a related field to join our team in Cairns. At RPS, you’ll be part of work that really matters — helping shape communities, influence outcomes, and contribute to important government and private sector projects.

If you have a background in building and construction, infrastructure, contract management or administration, government approvals, or something similar, we’d love to hear from you. You’ll be joining a high-performing team that’s known for delivering large, complex projects and making a real impact.

What You’ll Bring

• 4+ years of demonstrated recent construction project experience with Education, Government, Health or Defence sectors with client project experience desirable.
• Professional qualifications in project management, architectural, engineering, construction management or similar.
• A good understanding and proven experience in managing construction contracts and contract administration, with managing contractor contract experience is highly desirable.
• Good client and stakeholder management, as well as leadership skills.
• Well-developed spoken and reporting/writing skills with strong competence in computer software including the ability to use the Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook, with Microsoft Project desirable.
• Excellent time management skills and attention to detail.
• Completed construction site health and safety course.
• AIPM Certified Practising Project Manager certification or equivalent would be viewed favourably.

Benefits

• Flexible/Hybrid Work Arrangements
• Professional Membership Reimbursement
• Defence Reservist Leave & Veteran Employer of Choice
• Paid Parental & Partner Leave
• $250 Active Lifestyle Allowance p.a.
• Monthly Phone Allowance
• Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
• Salary Packaging Options
• Access to technical and professional development programs
• Vibrant social clubs, Employee Assistance Program, service recognition, and more