Senior Project Manager

Alder Constructions; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Alder Group is seeking an experienced Civil Senior Project Manager to lead complex civil and infrastructure projects across Southeast Queensland. You will manage planning, programming, forecasting and cost control, while ensuring safety, quality, programme and financial targets are met.

This role requires strong leadership, clear communication and collaboration with clients, consultants and suppliers, with responsibility for risk, variations and project close-out.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager in Civil & Infrastructure.
• Engineering qualification preferred.
• Proven delivery of civil infrastructure projects from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Manage project planning, programming, forecasting and cost control.
• Lead project delivery to achieve safety, quality, programme and financial objectives.
• Coordinate project teams, subcontractors and suppliers for successful outcomes.
• Identify and manage project risks, variations and contractual obligations.
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Communication

Education

Engineering degree or related discipline

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Alder Group is proudly celebrating 23 years in 2026, bringing engineering and construction teams together under one roof to deliver high-quality building, civil and infrastructure projects across Queensland and Northern NSW.

Alder Group is experiencing significant growth, with a strong pipeline of civil and infrastructure projects across Southeast Queensland, including recently secured landmark community projects on the Gold Coast that will help shape the region for years to come.

We're looking for an experienced Civil Senior Project Manager to join our high-performing Civil & Infrastructure team and lead the successful delivery of complex projects from pre-construction through to completion.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a driven construction professional who enjoys autonomy, responsibility and working alongside a capable team to deliver projects that leave a lasting impact on local communities.

About the role

• Manage project planning, programming, forecasting and cost control.
• Lead project delivery, ensuring safety, quality, programme and financial objectives are achieved.
• Coordinate project teams, subcontractors and suppliers to deliver successful outcomes.
• Identify and manage project risks, variations and contractual obligations.
• Review project documentation and monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders.
• Prepare project reports and oversee project close-out and final contract administration.
• Provide support and assistance to the estimating team to help procure work as required by the Civil and Infrastructure General Manager
• Peruse in detail all project drawings, specifications and all other relevant documentation prior to project commencement and throughout project duration.
• Organise and chair project start up meetings with the project team and all supporting pillars
• Manage all head contract claims (variations, extensions or time, progress etc.)

About You - Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

• 5+ years' experience as a Project Manager within the Civil & Infrastructure sector.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline (preferred).
• Proven experience delivering civil infrastructure projects from start to finish.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in programming, budgeting and contract administration.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A collaborative approach, strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality outcomes.
• Proficiency with project management and digital construction systems.

About the business

Here at Alder Group we have a diverse portfolio of works to our name and deliver outstanding and award-winning results across the Infrastructure, Water and Wastewater, Education, Retail, Commercial, Health, Hospitality, Industrial, Manufacturing and Community sectors.

From project inception through to handover, our work is high quality, good value and safe, all thanks to our great team, which you could be part of!

What we offer

Our culture reflects who we are and how we work, holding ourselves accountable to every commitment, delivering quality work we're proud of, and fostering a genuine, down-to-earth team environment where people feel valued, supported and challenged to grow.

Join us to experience:

• A supportive and collaborative workplace where people are valued, respected and encouraged to do their best work.
• A genuine 'one team' mindset and focus on continuous improvement.
• Opportunities to develop your capability, expand your experience and grow your career within a dynamic and evolving business.
• A company committed to a vision that ensures we not only deliver exceptional outcomes today but create a lasting impact for the future.
• A competitive remuneration package aligned to your experience and the value you bring to the role.