Project Manager

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/Hybrid Work Arrangements

Professional Membership Reimbursement

Defence Reservist Leave

Monthly Phone Allowance

Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme

Salary Packaging Options

Access to technical and professional development programs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Tetra tech Ltd. is seeking a client-side Project Manager in Cairns, Queensland. In this role, you will manage construction projects in Defence, Education, and other sectors, contributing to significant community outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of relevant experience, strong leadership and client management skills, and a background in project management or construction. The position offers flexible/hybrid arrangements and various professional benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of recent construction project experience in Education, Government, Health or Defence sectors.
• Good understanding of managing construction contracts and contract administration.
• Completed construction site health and safety course.

Responsibilities

• Manage large, complex projects in Defence, Education, Government, and Health sectors.
• Contribute to community shaping and influence project outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with contract management.

Skills

Construction project management

Client and stakeholder management

Leadership skills

Time management skills

Communication skills

Education

Professional qualifications in project management or similar

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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 Include:

• Flexible/Hybrid Work Arrangements
• Professional Membership Reimbursement
• Defence Reservist Leave & Veteran Employer of Choice
• 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