Project Manager Regional

McMahon Services; Wakefield Regional Council; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DIDO roster with accommodation

Work-away allowances

Job summary

McMahon Services in Australia is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead civil infrastructure projects in Defence-related sectors near Whyalla, SA. You will oversee planning through delivery, guiding engineers, subcontractors and clients to deliver safely, on time and within budget.

The role requires a Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree, strong budgeting and contract administration skills, and current White Card and drivers licence.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
• Experience delivering civil infrastructure or construction projects as a Project Manager or Senior Project Engineer.
• Strong commercial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting and contract administration.
• Current White Card and Driver's Licence.
• National Police Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe and successful delivery of civil infrastructure projects from planning through to completion.
• Manage project budgets, forecasting, cash flow and commercial performance.
• Oversee procurement, subcontractor management and contract administration.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams to achieve project objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and stakeholders.
• Drive safety, quality and environmental performance across all project activities.
• Identify and manage project risks while implementing practical solutions.
• Prepare project reports, forecasts and progress updates for senior leadership.
• Mentor Project Engineers and site personnel, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Forecasting

Contract administration

Procurement

Stakeholder management

Project controls

Risk management

Quality systems

Communication

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Degree in Construction Management

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

McMahon Services is one of Australia's largest privately owned construction, industrial and environmental services organisations, employing more than 1,300 people across Australia.

For more than 35 years, we've delivered complex projects across civil infrastructure, demolition, remediation, industrial services and environmental solutions. Our reputation is built on strong relationships, technical expertise and delivering certainty for our clients, while creating long-term career opportunities for our people.

About The Role

We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our Civil & Infrastructure team delivering Defence-related civil infrastructure projects near Whyalla, South Australia.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you'll take ownership of the successful delivery of complex civil infrastructure projects from planning through to completion. Working closely with clients, subcontractors and project teams, you'll lead all aspects of project delivery, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

You'll provide leadership across engineering, commercial and site teams while fostering a collaborative culture and maintaining strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.

This permanent full-time opportunity operates on a Drive-In Drive-Out (DIDO) roster, with accommodation and applicable work-away allowances provided.

Whether you already have Defence experience or you're looking to move into this growing sector, this role offers the opportunity to lead nationally significant infrastructure projects while building a long-term career with McMahon Services.

What You'll Do

• Lead the safe and successful delivery of civil infrastructure projects from planning through to completion.
• Manage project budgets, forecasting, cash flow and commercial performance.
• Oversee procurement, subcontractor management and contract administration.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams to achieve project objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and stakeholders.
• Drive safety, quality and environmental performance across all project activities.
• Identify and manage project risks while implementing practical solutions.
• Prepare project reports, forecasts and progress updates for senior leadership.
• Mentor Project Engineers and site personnel, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team.

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience delivering civil infrastructure or construction projects as a Project Manager, or as a Senior Project Engineer ready to take the next step.
• Strong commercial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting and contract administration.
• Proven experience managing procurement, subcontractors and project planning.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong understanding of project controls, risk management and quality systems.
• Current White Card and Driver's Licence.
• National Police Clearance

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience delivering Defence or Defence-related infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership and people management capability.
• Experience delivering roads, earthworks and civil infrastructure projects.
• The ability to build trusted client relationships.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Commitment to delivering safe, high-quality project outcomes.

Why Join McMahon Services?

• Lead the delivery of nationally significant Defence infrastructure projects.
• Join one of Australia's leading privately owned construction companies.
• Work with experienced, collaborative project teams.
• Long-term career development and leadership opportunities.
• DIDO roster with accommodation and applicable work-away allowances provided.
• Access ongoing professional development through the MAC Learning Academy, employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives.

At McMahon Services, we embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental values. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation, creativity and a deeper understanding of the communities we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences.