Senior Project Manager

Austek Roads; Canberra; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Austek Roads (ACT) seeks an experienced Senior Project Manager in Hume, ACT to lead end-to-end asphalt and civil infrastructure projects across the ACT region. You will drive strategic planning, financial oversight, and client relations while leading project teams to achieve safety, schedule, and technical specifications.

Responsibilities include managing multiple concurrent projects, developing detailed schedules, coordinating night shifts and weekend works, and ensuring quality and compliance

Qualifications

• Experience delivering asphalt and civil infrastructure projects in ACT.
• Strong leadership of multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and client relations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of multiple asphalt/civil infra projects.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules with resource optimization.
• Coordinate night shift and weekend works as required by client demand.
• Oversee sub-contractor engagement and performance.
• Own full P&L and prepare monthly financial reporting.
• Identify opportunities for cost-saving via innovative paving methods.
• Direct procurement of materials within budget.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

P&L oversight

Contract negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Cost control

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.