Senior Project Manager

John Holland; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

CBD office location & employee benefit

Flexible work arrangements & 18 weeks'

Job summary

John Holland is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the structural delivery of a major commercial high-rise tower in Brisbane CBD. You will oversee engineering, procurement and construction activities, manage subcontractors and drive cost control and risk management to ensure on-time delivery and quality.

You will work within a dynamic, safety-focused team on one of Australia’s iconic projects, offering a competitive salary and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering, construction management or related field.
• Senior PM with proven delivery of commercial high-rise projects valued at $500m+.
• Experience with Tier 1 or Tier 2 building contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural delivery of the commercial towers through to completion.
• Manage construction activities to meet programme, cost, quality and safety targets.
• Coordinate project teams, resources and subcontractors for efficient delivery.
• Oversee engineering, procurement and construction activities and methodologies.
• Monitor progress against programme and contractual requirements; take corrective action as needed.
• Drive commercial and financial performance including forecasting, cost control and risk management.
• Provide leadership across safety, environment, quality, risk and compliance.
• Build strong client and stakeholder relationships and lead a high-performing project team.

Skills

Senior PM

Stakeholder management

Cost forecasting

Risk management

Leadership

Construction management

Contract law basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent

Job description

John Holland is delivering a major commercial development in Brisbane, featuring a large-scale commercial tower and a mix of premium retail and public spaces. This is an exciting opportunity to join a complex, high-profile project during its delivery phase.

About The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Manager with significant high-rise commercial experience to join one of out key projects in Brisbane CBD.

The role will focus on leading the structural delivery of the commercial towers through to project completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

You’ll provide strong project leadership across construction, commercial performance, resources and stakeholder management, while proactively managing risk and identifying opportunities to achieve the best possible project outcomes.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the structural delivery of the commercial towers through to completion.
• Manage construction activities to achieve programme, cost, quality and safety targets.
• Coordinate project teams, resources and subcontractors to ensure efficient delivery.
• Oversee engineering, procurement and construction activities and methodologies.
• Monitor progress against programme and contractual requirements, taking corrective action where required.
• Drive commercial and financial performance, including forecasting, cost control and risk management.
• Provide strong leadership across safety, environment, quality, risk and compliance.
• Build strong client and stakeholder relationships while leading a high-performing project team.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Business or equivalent.
• Demonstrated Senior Project Management experience delivering commercial high-rise projects valued at $500m+.
• Experience working with a Tier 1 or Tier 2 building contractor.
• Strong experience in structural delivery and complex construction methodologies.
• Strong commercial and financial management, including forecasting, cost control and budgets.
• Sound knowledge of contractual, legal and legislative requirements.
• Proven experience managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong leadership, client and stakeholder management capability.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits, including salary continuance and salary sacrifice options
• Central CBD office location, fitness passport & an employee benefits program
• Flexible work arrangements and generous leave, including 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Career development through technical, leadership and emerging talent programs
• Opportunities to work on some of Australia's most iconic projects
• Wellbeing support and benefits designed to help you thrive

A diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong

Our purpose is simple: we transform lives with everything we do.

We know infrastructure is about people - our customers, our employees and the communities we work in every day. That's what sets us apart: deep expertise, proven capability and a genuine commitment to creating better outcomes for people along the way.

With expertise spanning engineering, construction and operations, we're delivering the projects and services that keep communities moving. From rail, roads and bridges to hospitals and stadiums, we've helped shape Australia through iconic projects. You'll even see us operating buses, trains and trams.

Be part of a team that's up for the challenge of transforming lives.