Project Manager - FIFO 2:1

The Shadbolt Group; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shadbolt Group in Melbourne is seeking a senior Project Manager to lead Structural, Mechanical & Piping (SMP) initiatives on major energy and infrastructure programs. You will own end-to-end delivery from planning and engineering coordination through construction, commissioning and handover.

You will manage multi-disciplinary teams, drive safety, monitor schedules and cost, maintain client relationships and ensure quality standards are met in a demanding site-based FIFO environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years' experience managing major projects within energy, infrastructure, mining, industrial or oil & gas sectors.
• Demonstrated experience delivering Structural, Mechanical & Piping (SMP) scopes.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Sound commercial and contractual knowledge.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary project teams.
• PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualifications (advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of SMP project scopes from planning through to completion.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, forecasting and resource planning.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction and subcontractor activities.
• Drive outstanding safety performance and ensure HSE compliance.
• Manage commercial performance, including variations, claims, forecasting and cost control.
• Oversee construction sequencing, installation quality and productivity.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors and project stakeholders.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Prepare project reports and provide updates to senior leadership.

Skills

SMP project delivery

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Multidisciplinary teams

Engineering degree

PM qualifications

Education

Mechanical/Civil/Structural Eng. degree

PM qualifications (PMP/PRINCE2)

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Project Manager - Structural, Mechanical & Piping (SMP)

Lead major energy and infrastructure projects on a 2:1 FIFO roster.

We're seeking an experienced Project Manager with strong Structural, Mechanical & Piping (SMP) expertise to join our growing Energy & Infrastructure team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of complex capital projects while enjoying genuine autonomy, strong leadership support and long-term career development.

About The Role

Reporting to the General Manager, you'll be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of SMP project scopes—from planning and engineering coordination through construction, commissioning and handover.

Operating on a 2:1 FIFO roster to major infrastructure projects in regional NSW, you'll lead multidisciplinary teams, manage commercial performance, build strong client relationships and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of Structural, Mechanical & Piping project scopes from planning through to completion.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, forecasting and resource planning.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction and subcontractor activities.
• Drive outstanding safety performance and ensure compliance with HSE requirements.
• Manage commercial performance, including variations, claims, forecasting and cost control.
• Oversee construction sequencing, installation quality and productivity.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors and project stakeholders.
• Identify project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Ensure quality assurance, inspection and compliance requirements are achieved.
• Prepare project reports and provide regular updates to senior leadership.

About You

You’ll be an experienced Project Manager who thrives in a site‑based environment and enjoys leading complex projects to successful completion.

You Will Bring

• 8+ years' experience managing major projects within energy, infrastructure, mining, industrial or oil & gas sectors.
• Demonstrated experience delivering Structural, Mechanical & Piping (SMP) scopes.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Sound commercial and contractual knowledge.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary project teams.
• A degree in Mechanical, Civil/Structural Engineering or a related discipline (preferred).
• PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualifications (advantageous).

Highly Regarded Experience with:

• Primavera P6
• Microsoft Project
• AutoCAD
• Navisworks
• Microsoft Office Suite

Why Join Us?

• 2:1 FIFO roster to major NSW infrastructure projects.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• High level of autonomy with strong leadership support.
• Work on landmark energy and infrastructure projects.
• Long-term career development and progression opportunities.
• Collaborative and high-performing team culture.

If you're an experienced SMP Project Manager looking for your next challenge and the opportunity to deliver significant infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.