Project Supervisor – Concrete Structures

Lohman Contracting; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flights between point of hire and site

Accommodation provided

Meal allowance

Company vehicle for site use

Job summary

Lohman Contracting is seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to oversee civil construction projects across Queensland, including culverts, bridges and earthworks. You will manage crews, plan resources, and coordinate precast lifts with suppliers on remote camp sites.

The role requires strong knowledge of formwork, reinforcement, concrete placement, and WHS compliance, plus experience with ITPs and QA documentation in government or council projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in civil construction, incl. 2 years supervising concrete crews.
• Demonstrated delivery of culverts, bridges, floodways or similar in-stream concrete structures.
• Experience with ITPs, hold points and quality documentation on government or council projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise construction of culverts, bridges, floodways and causeways.
• Coordinate precast deliveries, crane lifts and lift plans with suppliers.
• Lead daily prestarts, toolbox talks and site inductions.
• Ensure SWMS, JSA and permits are in place and followed.
• Deliver work to contract specifications and manage QA records.

Skills

Culverts & bridges delivery

Formwork & reinforcement

Concrete placement & curing

Reading drawings & specs

ITPs & hold points

Site reporting software

FIFO/DIDO roster experience

Unsafe work mitigation (WHS)

Education

Certificate IV or Diploma in Civil Construction

Tools

Surveying attendance coordination

Job description

Key responsibilities

Site Delivery

Plan and supervise construction of culverts (cast in situ and precast), bridge substructure and superstructure elements, floodways and causeways

Supervise excavation, foundation preparation, bedding, formwork, reinforcement, concrete placement, curing, backfill and scour protection

Coordinate precast deliveries, crane lifts and lift plans with suppliers and lifting subcontractors

Oversee associated earthworks, drainage, approaches and pavement tie-ins

Manage temporary works, dewatering, stream diversions and traffic management interfaces

Programme and resources

Prepare and maintain short-term (two- and four-week) look-ahead programmes in line with the project programme

Plan crew, plant, materials and concrete supply for remote sites, including camp, freight and logistics

Track production rates, labour and plant hours, and report progress against programme

Coordinate handover with the alternate supervisor at each roster change

Safety and environment

Lead daily prestarts, toolbox talks and site inductions

Ensure Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), Job Safety Analyses and permits are in place and followed, including excavation, confined space, working at heights, lifting and working near water

Conduct site inspections and audits; report and investigate incidents and close out corrective actions

Implement environmental controls, including erosion and sediment control, waterway protection and spill management

Quality

Deliver work to the contract specification, including DTMR MRTS where applicable

Implement Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), manage hold and witness points, and coordinate surveyor and testing attendance

Maintain lot records, pour records, conformance testing and as-built information

Identify and raise nonconformances and support their close-out

Client, subcontractor and commercial

Act as the primary site contact for the client's representative, superintendent or council officer

Supervise and coordinate subcontractors and confirm their work is complete and compliant

Maintain daily diaries, site records and photographic records

Identify and record variations, latent conditions and delays, and notify the Project Manager promptly

Verify daywork dockets, deliveries and subcontractor claims against work performed

People

Lead, mentor and develop crew members and leading hands

Maintain a respectful, productive work culture in a camp-based remote environment

Monitor fatigue, fitness for work and wellbeing across the roster

Skills and experience

Minimum 5 years' experience in civil construction, including at least 2 years supervising concrete structures crews

Demonstrated delivery of culverts, bridges, floodways or similar in-stream concrete structures

Strong working knowledge of formwork, reinforcement, concrete placement, finishing and curing

Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and survey set-out

Experience working to ITPs, hold points and quality documentation on government or council projects

Sound understanding of WHS legislation, high-risk construction work and SWMS

Experience supervising subcontractors and managing site resources and productivity

Experience working remotely on FIFO/DIDO rosters and living in camp accommodation

Clear written and verbal communication, and competence with site reporting software, email and spreadsheets

Earthworks experience: subgrade preparation, compaction and trimming

Working knowledge of DTMR MRTS specifications relevant to concrete, culverts, bridges and earthworks

Experience on DTMR, local council, Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) or mining-sector projects

Experience with precast elements, including girders, deck units and crown units, and associated crane lifts

Familiarity with digital site platforms for forms, ITPs and diaries

Trade background in concreting, formwork or carpentry

Certificate IV or Diploma in Civil Construction, or a related qualification

Tickets, licences and requirements

General Construction Induction (White Card)

Current Australian driver's licence (manual)

Current First Aid certificate (HLTAID011 or equivalent)

Ability to pass pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol testing

HR (Heavy Rigid) licence or higher

Supervise Traffic Management or Implement Traffic Management Plan

Dogging or rigging

Plant operator tickets or verification of competency

Leading WHS in the workplace or a supervisor-level WHS qualification

Queensland coal mine site requirements (Standard 11 induction and Coal Board Medical)

What we offer

Remuneration of $180,000 – $200,000 per annum, commensurate with experience

14/7 roster with flights between point of hire and site

Accommodation and meals/meal allowance provided

Paid travel time and company vehicle for site use

Varied structures work across Queensland for government, council and resources clients

Pathway to Site Manager or Project Manager roles as the business grows

Supportive, safety-focused team operating under a certified HSEQ management system

About us

Lohman Contracting is a Queensland civil contractor delivering roads, bridges, culverts and concrete structures for state government, local councils and the resources sector. We hold Department of Transport and Main Roads (DTMR) prequalification at R2 (Roadworks) and B1 (Bridgeworks) and operate under an integrated HSEQ management system certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.