Senior Civil Project Manager – Infrastructure Delivery

CBC Staff Selection; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

CBC Staff Selection is seeking an experienced Project Manager for civil construction projects in Far North Queensland. You will lead planning and delivery, mentor teams, ensure safety, quality and budget adherence, and coordinate with stakeholders to optimise outcomes.

The role is based in Cairns, full-time, Monday to Friday, with a strong pipeline of infrastructure projects and genuine career progression within a growing company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• 8+ years in civil construction, leading complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of specifications, drawings, and project docs.
• Experience with budgeting, procurement, and contract variations.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and mentoring to project teams to foster high performance.
• Manage delivery activities to meet specs, approvals, and client expectations.
• Review designs and methods to improve outcomes and efficiency.
• Oversee site programs, procurement schedules, and project timelines.
• Resolve engineering, construction, design, and operational challenges.
• Manage project financial performance including forecasting and cost control.
• Assess subcontractor claims and variations while maintaining stakeholder relations.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Budgeting

Leadership

Scheduling

Microsoft 365

Procore

Trimble Business Centre

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil)

Tools

Procore

Trimble Business Centre

Job description

CBC Staff Selection is seeking an experienced Project Manager for civil construction projects in Far North Queensland. You will lead planning and delivery, mentor teams, ensure safety, quality and budget adherence, and coordinate with stakeholders to optimise outcomes.

The role is based in Cairns, full-time, Monday to Friday, with a strong pipeline of infrastructure projects and genuine career progression within a growing company.