Senior Project Manager

Department of Transport and Main Roads; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing professional development

Study assistance

Health and wellbeing reimbursement

Professional membership reimbursement

Generous leave provisions

Employee Assistance Program support

Recognition and reward programs

Salary packaging options

Job summary

Department of Transport and Main Roads in Townsville seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex civil infrastructure and road maintenance projects. You will oversee project scope, budgets, schedules, risks and quality, while guiding project teams and contractors to successful outcomes.

The role emphasizes strong stakeholder engagement, safety, compliance and a collaborative leadership style in a dynamic infrastructure environment across Queensland.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering civil infrastructure projects.
• Ability to manage scope, schedule, budget and quality.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement.
• Commitment to safety and compliance.
• Diploma or engineering qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of complex civil infrastructure and road maintenance projects.
• Manage scope, budgets, schedules, risks and quality outcomes.
• Provide leadership to project teams and contractors.
• Drive performance through planning and stakeholder engagement.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, standards and policies.
• Foster a safe, inclusive workplace.

Skills

Project management

Contract administration

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Decision making

Safety awareness

Education

Diploma in Project Management

Engineering-related qualifications

Job description

Join RoadTek as a Senior Project Manager and lead the delivery of complex civil infrastructure projects that help keep Queensland connected. Based in Townsville, you'll oversee multiple road and maintenance projects, manage high-performing teams, engage contractors and stakeholders, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced project professional with expertise in civil construction, maintenance or infrastructure delivery who is passionate about driving outcomes and supporting the development of others. Enjoy a rewarding career with RoadTek, a respected commercial business within Transport and Main Roads, offering flexible work options, professional development and excellent employee benefits.

Working within one of Queensland's largest transport infrastructure businesses, you'll lead project teams, manage resources and budgets, engage with contractors and stakeholders, and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard. This is an outstanding opportunity to apply your project management expertise while contributing to infrastructure that supports communities across the state.

What you'll do

• Lead the delivery of complex civil infrastructure and road maintenance projects.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, risks and quality outcomes.
• Provide leadership, guidance and support to project teams and contractors.
• Drive project performance through effective planning, stakeholder engagement and resource management.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, policies and operational requirements.
• Foster a positive safety culture and promote inclusive and respectful workplace practices.

What you'll bring

• Strong project management, contract administration and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience leading teams and coordinating contractors and suppliers.
• Sound knowledge of project management methodologies and delivery frameworks.
• The ability to make informed decisions, manage competing priorities and achieve results in complex environments.
• A commitment to safety, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• A Diploma in Project Management, engineering-related qualifications, and experience within the civil infrastructure industry will be highly regarded.

Why join RoadTek?

RoadTek is a commercial business within the Department of Transport and Main Roads, delivering transport infrastructure solutions across Queensland. Our people enjoy the benefits of working on meaningful projects while building rewarding long-term careers in a supportive and inclusive environment.

We Offer

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Study and research assistance.
• Health and wellbeing reimbursement initiatives.
• Professional membership reimbursement.
• Generous leave provisions.
• Employee Assistance Program support.
• Recognition and reward programs.
• Salary packaging options.

Why Townsville?

Townsville offers an unbeatable North Queensland lifestyle, combining a thriving regional city atmosphere with easy access to stunning beaches, Magnetic Island, outdoor adventures and a strong sense of community. With affordable living, excellent amenities and year-round sunshine, it’s the ideal place to build your career while enjoying an exceptional lifestyle.

Closing Date: Friday, 13 November 2026

Occupational group Project Management