Site Manager - Civil Construction

Talent Web Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Web Recruitment – Orchard Hills NSW is seeking a Site Manager to lead delivery of a major civil infrastructure project in Western Sydney. You will manage day-to-day site operations, supervise site engineers and subcontractors, and drive programs to achieve milestones safely and on schedule.

The role suits an experienced civil contractor leader with 20+ years in Australian civil construction, a proven track record on large projects, strong leadership, planning and commercial awareness, and

Qualifications

• 20+ years' experience within Australian civil construction.
• Proven experience as a Site Manager on large-scale civil infrastructure or subdivision projects.
• Strong leadership, planning and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day site operations across multiple construction fronts.
• Manage Site Supervisors, Project Engineers and subcontractors.
• Drive construction programs to ensure milestones are achieved safely and on schedule.
• Oversee earthworks, roadworks, drainage and utilities as part of civil infrastructure.
• Coordinate plant, labour, materials and subcontractor performance.
• Maintain safety, quality and environmental compliance.
• Build relationships with clients, consultants and authorities.

Skills

Civil construction leadership

Project delivery

Team mentoring

Planning & scheduling

Stakeholder management

Job description

Talent Web Recruitment – Orchard Hills NSW

Site Manager | Major Civil Infrastructure Project

The Opportunity

We're representing a leading civil contractor delivering one of Western Sydney's largest and most complex greenfield infrastructure developments.

This is a long-term opportunity for an experienced Site Manager to lead the day-to-day delivery of a major civil works package comprising bulk earthworks, road construction, drainage, utilities, intersections and public domain infrastructure. With a strong pipeline of secured work, this role offers genuine stability and the opportunity to leave a lasting legacy on a landmark project.

This position would particularly suit an experienced Site Manager who enjoys building high-performing teams, mentoring younger engineers and supervisors, and taking ownership of large, technically challenging projects.

The Role

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the safe, efficient and successful delivery of site operations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading all day-to-day site operations across multiple construction fronts
• Managing Site Supervisors, Project Engineers and subcontractors
• Driving construction programs to ensure milestones are achieved safely and on schedule
• Overseeing bulk earthworks, roadworks, drainage, utilities, retaining structures and associated civil infrastructure
• Coordinating plant, labour, materials and subcontractor performance
• Managing site logistics and sequencing to maximise productivity
• Maintaining high standards of safety, quality and environmental compliance
• Working closely with the commercial and project management teams to identify risks and resolve delivery challenges
• Building strong relationships with clients, consultants, authorities and key stakeholders

About You

You are a highly respected civil construction leader with extensive experience delivering major infrastructure projects.

You'll ideally possess:

• 20+ years' experience within Australian civil construction
• Proven experience as a Site Manager on large-scale civil infrastructure or subdivision projects
• Strong background managing complex earthworks, roads, drainage and utility packages
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to motivate and mentor experienced site teams
• Strong planning and organisational capability
• Commercial awareness and the ability to balance program, quality and cost outcomes
• A practical, solutions-focused approach and calm leadership style
• Stable employment history with reputable Tier 1, Tier 2 or specialist civil contractors

We're particularly interested in experienced leaders who have built their reputation through delivering complex projects, developing people and creating positive site cultures.

What's On Offer

• Long-term flagship project with more than two years of secured work
• Opportunity to lead a major civil infrastructure development from commencement through to completion
• Strong project leadership team with excellent support and resources
• Genuine long-term career opportunities beyond this project
• Competitive salary package, vehicle and performance incentives
• Western Sydney location

If you're looking for a role where your experience will be genuinely valued and where you can make a significant impact on a major civil infrastructure project.