Project Manager - Cardwell

Hall Contracting; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Hall Contracting is seeking a Project Manager to lead the delivery of a major marine infrastructure revitalisation project in Cardwell, North Queensland. The role covers mobilisation through to completion, overseeing multidisciplinary teams across civil and marine works, with a focus on safety, quality, schedule, and commercially sound outcomes.

Based in or near Townsville, Cairns, or surrounding areas, the role is a DIDO opportunity with Australian working rights and a hands-on leadership

Qualifications

• Australian working rights (no sponsorships offered).
• Proven experience delivering major civil, marine, mining or infrastructure projects in a Project Manager capacity.
• Experience delivering bulk earthworks, marine infrastructure, dredging supports works, reclamation, or coastal protection highly regarded.
• Strong leadership background managing multidisciplinary construction teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage programme, budget, risk, and client expectations.
• Commercially astute with strong contract administration and financial management capabilities.
• Strong commitment to safety and upholding company ethics and values.
• Proactive and hands-on management style leading teams in project environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of project delivery from mobilisation through to completion.
• Lead project teams to achieve safety, quality, programme, and commercial objectives.
• Maintain ownership of project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Manage client relationships and act as the key point of contact throughout project delivery.

Job description

About the Company

Hall Contracting is Australia's leading marine and dredging contractor with projects across Australia, South East Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

With specialist expertise in dredging, land reclamation, coastal resilience, seawalls, rock revetments, port infrastructure, and marine construction, Hall has built a reputation for delivering technically challenging projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard.

The Opportunity

Hall Contracting is preparing to deliver a significant marine infrastructure revitalisation project in Cardwell, representing a major investment in North Queensland's marine infrastructure. Scheduled to mobilise in early 2027, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-profile project with lasting regional significance.

As a Project Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the safe, successful and profitable delivery of the project, leading multidisciplinary teams across civil and marine construction activities.

This is a DIDO opportunity, with candidates based in Townsville, Cairns and surrounding areas strongly encouraged to apply.

The Benefits

• Opportunity to join Australia's premier marine and dredging contractor.
• Contribute to projects that improve coastal resilience, marine access, port infrastructure and community outcomes.
• Have autonomy in your role and be trusted to deliver high-quality results.
• Dynamic position with management of a large onsite team.
• Ongoing opportunities across Hall's national operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of project delivery from mobilisation through to completion.
• Lead project teams to achieve safety, quality, programme, and commercial objectives.
• Maintain ownership of project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Manage client relationships and act as the key point of contact throughout project delivery.

About You

• Australian working rights (no sponsorships offered).
• Proven experience delivering major civil, marine, mining or infrastructure projects in a Project Manager capacity.
• Experience delivering bulk earthworks, marine infrastructure, dredging supports works, reclamation, or coastal protection will be highly regarded.
• Strong leadership background managing multidisciplinary construction teams.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage programme, budget, risk, and client expectations.
• Commercially astute with strong contract administration and financial management capabilities.
• Strong commitment to safety and upholding company ethics and values.
• A proactive and hands-on management style with the ability to lead teams project environments.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.