Senior Project Manager

Mater Health Services; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Professional development and learning

Generous salary packaging

Health and wellbeing support

Fitness Passport

Discounted parking

Supportive culture

Job summary

Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton is recruiting a Senior Project Manager for the Central and North Queensland Capital Works Team. This full-time 2-year contract is based in Rockhampton and reports to the Projects Director.

The role focuses on capital works in a live health environment with mentoring of a dedicated team. Ideal candidates hold a tertiary qualification in construction management, engineering or project management and have 7+ years of capital works experience, plus demonstrated

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in construction management, engineering or project management.
• 7+ years’ experience managing a portfolio of capital works projects.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholder groups.
• Experience managing healthcare projects in a live 24/7 environment (preferred).
• Advanced report and briefing skills; strong written communication.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of planning and delivering major capital works projects.
• Ensure projects meet quality, time and budget parameters.
• Act as the Mater representative through each project phase.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to the project team.
• Process progress claims and variations with the Project Director.
• Monitor design consultants to ensure compliance with guidelines.
• Advise clients, consultants and contractors with technical guidance.
• Maintain clear dialogue with clients about scope, program and budget.
• Develop and execute the complete project plan across all facets.
• Conduct post-project and post-occupancy reviews.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Project governance

Reporting & briefing

MS Office/Aconex

Education

Tertiary qualification in construction management, engineering or project management

Tools

Aconex

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the role

Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Manager to join the Central and North Queensland Capital Works Team. This full-time position is based in Rockhampton, on a 2-year contract.

Reporting to the Central and North Queensland Projects Director, you’ll have the unique opportunity to gain valuable insight and experience in the healthcare sector. Possessing healthcare experience is highly regarded within the industry. If you thrive on challenges, this role is for you, as it will put your skills to the test with the complexity of health projects in a live 24/7 environment.

As the Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating capital works projects at Mater Group. Leading, developing, and mentoring a team within the Capital Works Department, your role will ensure that projects align with Mater's strategy and adhere to project principles of time, cost, quality, risk, form, and function.

Salary: Commensurate with experience plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

What you’ll be doing

Capital Works oversees a range of health asset and infrastructure projects across multiple Queensland Hospital campuses, including Townsville, Mackay, Rockhampton, and Bundaberg. Within this role your key accountabilities will include:

• Take charge of planning and delivering major projects
• Responsible for the effective delivery of management services to achieve the completion of projects within quality, time and budget parameters
• Act as the Mater representative throughout each phase of the project
• Provide leadership, management and mentoring to the project team
• Efficiently process the progress claims and variations in collaboration with the Project Director to meet contractual and statutory obligations
• Liaise with and monitor the work of design consultants to ensure compliance with Mater Design Guidelines and procedures
• Offer constructive and informative technical advice to clients, consultants and contractors
• Maintain a clear and constructive dialogue with clients/users, keeping them fully informed about the project scope, program and budget
• Plan, develop and execute the complete project plan, covering project integration, human resources, scope, communication, time, risk, cost management, procurement and quality
• Implement and conduct post-project and post-occupancy reviews

About you

The successful application will have a tertiary qualification in construction management, engineering or project management along with the following:

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in managing a portfolio of capital works projects
• Experience managing multiple healthcare projects in tandem
• Demonstrated experience in effectively managing relationships with stakeholders, both internal and external
• Demonstrated experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholder groups
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a larger team
• Demonstrated experience in working as a key member of a multi-disciplinary project
• Advanced report and brief writing skills
• Demonstrated advanced capability of utilising all project related software and systems including but not limited to Microsoft Suite of programs and Aconex
• Previous experience with building construction projects (Desirable)
• Previous experience with operational commissioning (Desirable)

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world-class expertise across healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research. With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we're committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

At Mater, our people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll join a values-driven organisation that combines compassionate care with innovation, education and research, creating meaningful career opportunities while making a genuine difference in the communities we serve.

What’s in it for you?

• Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
• Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs
• Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay
• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance
• Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts
• Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets
• A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters

Whether you're looking to grow your career, develop new skills or be part of something meaningful, Mater provides the opportunity to thrive while making a lasting impact.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GetBetterWithMater

Applications close Thursday 22nd October 2026 – please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date.

All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‑employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage.

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