Project Manager - $100M+ Civil Infrastructure Project

Symal Group; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 250,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded accommodation

All meals provided onsite

Return FIFO flights

30% FIFO uplift

2/1 FIFO roster

Job summary

Symal Group is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of a $100M+ civil infrastructure package as part of a landmark renewable energy development. You will oversee multidisciplinary teams, manage safety, quality and budget, and report to the Project Director in a FIFO wind farm environment.

The role demands a proven track record delivering large-scale civil or renewable energy projects, strong commercial acumen, and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering $100M+ civil infrastructure or renewable energy projects.
• Strong leadership of large multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent commercial acumen: budgeting, forecasting, procurement, contract administration.
• Track record of delivering projects safely, on schedule and within budget.
• Client relationships and stakeholder management.
• FIFO or remote project experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall delivery of a $100M+ civil infrastructure project from planning through to completion.
• Develop and execute project strategies to achieve safety, commercial, quality and program objectives.
• Provide leadership to Construction Managers, Project Engineers, Site Engineers and Supervisors.
• Manage budgets, forecasting, procurement, contract administration and variations.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants and suppliers.
• Drive performance through planning, scheduling, reporting and risk management.
• Champion a proactive safety culture and ensure compliance with requirements.
• Ensure quality systems and project documentation are effectively managed.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity and project outcomes.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Leadership

Budgeting

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

AS4000/AS2124 contracts

Job description

Project Manager – $100M+ Civil Infrastructure Project | FIFO Wind Farm Project | 2/1 Roster | 30% FIFO Uplift

Lead a Landmark Renewable Energy Project

This is your opportunity to lead the delivery of a $100M+ civil infrastructure project as part of one of Australia's largest renewable energy developments.

As the Senior Project Manager, you'll take full accountability for the successful delivery of a major package of works, providing strategic leadership across construction, engineering, commercial performance, safety and client relationships while leading a high‑performing project team in a FIFO environment.

About The Role

Reporting to the Project Director, you will be responsible for the end‑to‑end delivery of a significant civil infrastructure package from planning through to completion.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams including Construction Managers, Project Engineers, Commercial teams, Site Engineers and Supervisors, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

This role is ideal for an experienced Senior Project Manager who has successfully delivered major infrastructure projects valued at $100M+ and thrives in complex, fast‑paced construction environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall delivery of a $100M+ civil infrastructure project from commencement through to completion.
• Develop and execute project strategies to achieve safety, commercial, quality and program objectives.
• Provide leadership and direction to Construction Managers, Project Engineers, Site Engineers, Supervisors and subcontractors.
• Manage project budgets, forecasting, procurement, contract administration, claims, variations and commercial performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers and key stakeholders.
• Drive project performance through effective planning, scheduling, reporting and risk management.
• Champion a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance with all legislative and company requirements.
• Ensure quality systems, inspections, testing and project documentation are effectively managed.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, innovation and project outcomes.

About You

You are a proven Senior Project Manager with a successful track record delivering large-scale civil infrastructure projects.

You'll bring:

• Extensive experience managing major civil infrastructure or renewable energy projects valued at $100M+.
• Strong leadership capability with experience managing large multidisciplinary project teams.
• Excellent commercial acumen across budgeting, forecasting, procurement, contract administration and risk management.
• Demonstrated success delivering projects safely, on schedule and within budget.
• Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills.
• A degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Sound knowledge of Australian construction contracts including AS4000, AS2124 or similar.
• Previous FIFO or remote project experience will be highly regarded.

Project Benefits

• FIFO role on a landmark renewable energy project.
• 2/1 FIFO roster.
• 30% FIFO uplift.
• Fully funded accommodation.
• All meals provided while onsite.
• Return FIFO flights included.
• Opportunity to lead one of Australia's most significant infrastructure projects.
• Long‑term career opportunities with one of Australia's fastest‑growing civil contractors.

A Career with Symal

At Symal, we've always known that people and performance make amazing things happen.

We're a proudly different group of companies delivering some of Australia's largest civil infrastructure projects. Our people are empowered to challenge convention, solve complex problems and create better outcomes for our clients and communities.

Why Join Us?

Forge your career

Lead major infrastructure projects that shape Australia's future while expanding your experience across large-scale civil construction.

Grow with us

Access industry‑leading learning, leadership development and career pathways across the Symal Group.

Wellbeing matters

Enjoy wellness initiatives, discounted health insurance, an Employee Assistance Program and a range of employee benefits designed to support you.

Be part of something bigger

Join a collaborative team that values innovation, integrity and high performance, where your contribution genuinely makes an impact.

Diversity of Thought Fuels Our Progress

Our inclusion initiatives are designed to create opportunities for everyone. Through Shine, Resolve and Wamarra, we're helping build a more diverse and inclusive construction industry.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and people from diverse cultural and life experiences are encouraged to apply.