Project Manager – Infrastructure Projects

Aequalis Consulting Pty; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequalis Consulting Pty invites a seasoned Project Manager to lead the delivery of infrastructure projects across Brisbane and South East Queensland. You will oversee planning, mobilisation and handover, aligning safety, quality and commercial targets with senior management and stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will bring civil infrastructure delivery experience, strong leadership and the ability to manage multiple workstreams while maintaining project performance and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Engineer delivering civil infrastructure or construction projects.
• Ability to manage projects through planning, execution, commissioning and handover.
• Strong knowledge of project programming, financial management, contract administration and commercial risk.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, consultants and site teams.
• Relevant qualifications in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Project Management.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of infrastructure and civil projects, meeting safety, quality, programme and cost targets.
• Lead planning, resource allocation, scheduling and cross-workstream delivery.
• Oversee budgets, financial reporting, forecasting and cost control.
• Manage subcontractor procurement and contract administration.
• Collaborate with site teams, engineers, and stakeholders to maintain performance.
• Identify risks and deliver practical solutions.
• Report progress and outcomes to senior leadership.
• Foster a positive delivery-focused project culture.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

Project Management qualification

Job description

Brisbane QLD, Australia

Job Type

Permanent

Workspace

On Site

Project Manager – Infrastructure Projects | Brisbane, QLD | 2026

Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Job Type: Permanent

Role Overview

An established infrastructure business is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of infrastructure projects across Brisbane and South East Queensland. This opportunity will suit a capable project delivery professional who combines strong technical knowledge with commercial awareness, practical leadership and a commitment to delivering quality outcomes.

Working closely with senior management, engineering teams, subcontractors and key stakeholders, you will take ownership of projects from planning and mobilisation through to delivery and completion. The focus is on effective project leadership, sound commercial management and building productive relationships that support successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of infrastructure and civil construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, programme and commercial objectives are achieved.
• Lead project planning, resource allocation, scheduling and delivery coordination across multiple workstreams.
• Manage project budgets, financial reporting, forecasting, cost control and commercial performance.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, contract administration, variations and claims management.
• Work closely with site managers, engineers, supervisors and commercial teams to maintain project performance.
• Identify and manage project risks, programme constraints and delivery challenges.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety, environmental, quality and contractual requirements.
• Monitor project progress, identify opportunities for improvement and implement practical solutions.
• Provide clear reporting to senior leadership on project performance, financial outcomes and key milestones.
• Support a positive, accountable and delivery-focused project culture.

About You

We are interested in speaking with Project Managers who have developed their careers within infrastructure, civil construction, engineering or major project delivery environments.

Ideally, you will offer:

• Demonstrated experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Engineer delivering civil infrastructure or construction projects.
• A proven ability to manage projects through planning, execution, commissioning and handover.
• Strong understanding of project programming, financial management, contract administration and commercial risk.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, consultants, site teams and project stakeholders.
• Sound knowledge of construction methodologies, safety standards and project delivery requirements.
• Strong communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• The confidence to make informed decisions, manage competing priorities and maintain accountability for delivery outcomes.
• Relevant qualifications in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Experience across transport infrastructure, roads, utilities, earthworks or other significant civil construction projects will be highly regarded.

Above all, you will be a practical and commercially aware Project Manager who understands the importance of delivering projects safely, efficiently and to the required standard.

Why Apply

Infrastructure project exposure: Contribute to meaningful civil and infrastructure projects across Brisbane and South East Queensland.

Project ownership: Take responsibility for delivery outcomes, commercial performance and stakeholder relationships.

Experienced leadership: Work alongside senior professionals who understand the operational and commercial realities of project delivery.

Professional development: Build on your project management experience and develop broader leadership capability.

Long-term career value: Establish your next career chapter within an experienced infrastructure delivery environment.

Brisbane-based opportunity: Continue developing your career within Queensland's active infrastructure and construction sector.