Project Manager

Townsville City Council; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 99,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

17.5% superannuation

Learning and development opportunities

Fitness Passport program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Townsville City Council is seeking experienced project professionals to join the Capital Delivery team. You will provide planning, coordination and project-control support across the full lifecycle of capital projects to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and compliance with governance requirements.

The role involves reporting to governance bodies, managing risks and providing leadership across project managers within Infrastructure and Operations / Capital Delivery.

Qualifications

• Diploma qualifications in project management or equivalent.
• Construction Industry White Card (30215 QLD) mandatory.
• Capacity to obtain CPPM (Australian Institute of Project Management).
• Substantial experience in project management across the planning and delivery lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Provide planning, coordination and project control across the full project lifecycle.
• Support application of Council’s project management framework and governance requirements.
• Manage risks, change and opportunities; prepare reports for Council and governance bodies.
• Provide technical advice and leadership to project managers within the division.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Autonomy

Education

Diploma in project management

CPPM

CPSPM

RPEQ qualification

Job description

Division/Section:Infrastructure and Operations / Capital Delivery

Position Type:Permanent Full Time (9 day fortnight, 36.25 hours/week)

Salary Range:Base Salary $98,691 - $115,332 per annum + super (dependent on skills and qualifications)

Application Close: 11:45pm, Thursday 5 November 2026

We are looking for experienced and capable project professionals to join our Capital Delivery team and play a key role in delivering important infrastructure programs and projects for the community.

In this role, you will provide planning, coordination and project control support across the full project lifecycle, helping to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard. You will also support the consistent application of Council’s project management framework, business processes and governance requirements.

Working across a range of capital projects, you will manage risks, change and opportunities, prepare reports for Council and other governance bodies, and help keep residents, businesses, Councillors and government stakeholders informed throughout project delivery. You will also provide technical advice and leadership to project managers across the division, promoting collaboration, strong project practices and consistent delivery standards that support Council’s long-term infrastructure goals.

Qualifications and Experience

At a minimum you will have:

• Diploma qualifications in project management, or equivalent.
• Construction Industry White Card (30215 QLD) (mandatory).
• Capacity to obtain Certified Practicing Project Manager (CPPM - Australian Institute of Project Management).
• Substantial experience in project management across the planning and delivery lifecycle and within a structured project management framework.
• Experience in capital infrastructure works (e.g. design, construction, procurement, contract management).
• Demonstrated highly developed leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• A high level of organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines as well as work autonomously.
• Tertiary level qualifications in engineering, town planning, architecture, or other related field, or Advanced Diploma qualifications in Project or Program Management, or equivalent.
• Capacity to obtain Certified Practicing Senior Project Manager (CPSPM - Australian Institute of Project Management).
• RPEQ qualifications or ability to obtain RPEQ qualifications.

Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We’re committed to supporting our people through a strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.

We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:

• 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
• 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Domestic and Family Violence Leave
• Annual wage progression
• Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
• Salary Sacrifice opportunities
• Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilities
• Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
• Employee Assistance Program

* The Council contribution to employees’ superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees’ ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.

Contact Person: Abby (Project Director)

Contact Phone: [phone] *** (during business hours and for position enquiries only)

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact**************@townsville.qld.gov.au or phone [phone]*** for a confidential discussion.

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!

All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.