Senior Project Manager

Austek Roads Victoria; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Austek Roads (ACT) is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead end-to-end asphalt and civil infrastructure projects in the ACT region. You will drive planning, budgeting, and safety culture while coordinating project teams to meet technical specifications and client expectations.

Responsibilities include managing multiple projects, overseeing procurement, reporting, and stakeholder engagement with government bodies and developers, while ensuring quality and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering asphalt and civil infrastructure projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects end-to-end.
• Strong leadership, budgeting, scheduling and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of concurrent asphalt projects.
• Develop detailed project schedules and optimize resources.
• Oversee night shift and weekend works as required by client demand.
• Manage sub-contractor engagement and performance.
• Own full P&L for assigned projects and track monthly reporting.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through methods or supply chain improvements.
• Oversee procurement of materials within budget.

Skills

Senior PM

P&L management

Client & stakeholder mgmt

Budgeting & scheduling

Leadership & team coord.

Job description

Austek Roads (ACT) are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team based in Hume, ACT.

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of high-value asphalt and civil infrastructure projects within the ACT and surrounding regions. This role involves strategic planning, financial oversight, client relationship management, and the leadership of project teams to ensure all works are delivered safely, on time, and to technical specifications (Transport for NSW / Major Projects Canberra).

Project Delivery & Operations

• Lead the execution of multiple concurrent asphalt projects
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules, ensuring resources are optimised.
• Oversee the coordination of night shift operations and weekend works as required by client demand.
• Manage sub-contractor engagement and performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Full P&L responsibility for assigned projects
• Prepare and track progress claims, variations, and monthly financial reporting.
• Identify opportunities for cost-saving through innovative paving methods or supply chain optimisation.
• Manage procurement of raw materials in line with project budgets.

Quality & Technical Compliance

• Ensure all works comply with Australian Standards, specifications, and local ACT government requirements.
• Oversee the development of Quality Management Plans (QMP) and ensure accurate asphalt testing and logging.
• Manage the close-out of projects

Safety & Environmental Leadership

• Promote a "Safety First" culture, ensuring all site personnel adhere to WH&S policies.
• Conduct regular site safety audits and lead incident investigations when required.

Stakeholder & Client Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for government bodies, private developers, and community stakeholders.
• Negotiate contract terms and manage dispute resolution professionally.
• Attend site meetings and provide technical advice to clients regarding asphalt mix selection and pavement longevity.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• The role is a mix of office-based management and active site supervision.
• Flexible availability is required to support night shift start-ups and weekend "possession" works.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions and construction site environments.