Senior Project Manager

Department of Transport and Main Roads QLD; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RoadTek on the Sunshine Coast is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a high-profile road maintenance program, bringing together people, priorities and partners to deliver safe, reliable outcomes.

Based from the Corbould Park depot, you will manage budgets, risks and governance while delivering value-for-money and community benefit in a safety-focused, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex programs in civil construction, road maintenance or similar delivery environments.
• Strong program, commercial and contract management capability including governance and procurement.
• Ability to lead through ambiguity, balance priorities and make practical, evidence-based decisions.
• Collaborative leadership style that builds capability, accountability and relationships across diverse teams.
• Commitment to safe, respectful and inclusive work practices and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of road maintenance, incident response, repair and rehabilitation activities.
• Coordinate people, resources and suppliers to achieve safe, timely and cost-effective outcomes.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, tenders, contracts and commercial performance.
• Maintain strong governance, risk management, assurance and reporting.
• Build trusted stakeholder relationships and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Governance

Contract management

Budgeting

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Safety leadership

Team leadership

Job description

Department of Transport and Main Roads QLD – Sunshine Coast QLD

Lead a high-profile road maintenance program that keeps communities connected and Queensland moving. RoadTek is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager who can bring together people, priorities and partners to deliver safe, reliable and value-for-money outcomes across the Sunshine Coast.

Based from our Corbould Park depot, you'll be part of a close-knit team that takes pride in delivering essential services to the community while working in a supportive and safety-focused environment. You will manage a varied portfolio that includes incident response, maintenance, rehabilitation and business projects. You will coordinate the people, resources, contractors and suppliers required to deliver quality outcomes safely, on time and within budget.

The opportunity

This is your opportunity to lead a high-profile road maintenance program that makes a real difference across the Sunshine Coast. You will lead a skilled team, shape delivery priorities and manage the budgets, resources, risks and partnerships needed to achieve safe, practical and lasting outcomes for the community.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the planning and delivery of road maintenance, incident response, repair and rehabilitation activities.
• Coordinate people, resources and suppliers to achieve safe, timely, quality and cost-effective outcomes.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, tenders, contracts and commercial performance.
• Maintain strong governance, risk management, assurance and reporting.
• Build trusted stakeholder relationships and drive consistent systems, technology and continuous improvement.

About you

You are an experienced leader who can see the bigger picture while remaining focused on successful operational delivery. You make sound decisions under pressure, bring people together around shared goals and create an environment where accountability, safety and teamwork are valued.

To thrive in this role, you will bring:

• Success leading complex programs, portfolios or multidisciplinary operations in civil construction, road maintenance or a comparable delivery environment.
• Strong program, commercial and contract management capability, including governance, planning, procurement, supplier performance and financial oversight.
• The ability to lead through ambiguity, balance competing priorities and make practical, evidence-based decisions under pressure.
• A collaborative leadership style that builds capability, accountability and positive relationships across diverse teams and stakeholders.
• A genuine commitment to safe, respectful and inclusive work practices and continuous improvement.

Why join RoadTek?

RoadTek is a commercial business within the Department of Transport and Main Roads, delivering transport infrastructure solutions across Queensland. As a multidisciplinary organisation accredited to national and international standards, RoadTek places a strong focus on respect, safety, diversity and inclusion.

When you join us, you will have the opportunity to:

• Meaningful work with a direct impact on Queensland's road network and communities.
• A permanent leadership opportunity based on the Sunshine Coast.
• Supportive colleagues, varied work and opportunities to grow your capability and career.
• A respectful, safe and inclusive workplace where different perspectives are welcomed.

Ready to take the lead? If you are looking for an opportunity where your leadership, technical expertise and project management capability will have a genuine impact, we would love to hear from you.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.