Waste & Environmental Project Manager (Contract)

Chandler Macleod; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 166,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandler Macleod in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support Waste & Resource Recovery projects. You will lead landfill operations, leachate management and environmental compliance, coordinating with operations teams and contractors to deliver compliant outcomes.

This hands-on contract runs from late October 2026 to late February 2027, offering a competitive daily rate. You will manage schedules, budgets, and risk, with strong stakeholder engagement across a large local

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing landfill, waste, resource recovery or environmental infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of leachate management systems and environmental compliance requirements.
• Proven project management and contract management experience.
• Experience managing contractors and external suppliers.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in local government or highly regulated environments is advantageous.
• Relevant qualifications in Engineering, Environmental Science, PM or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Manage landfill and waste infrastructure projects from planning through to delivery.
• Lead projects focused on leachate management, environmental compliance and operational improvement initiatives.
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets and risk management strategies.
• Manage procurement activities and contract administration.
• Coordinate contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor project performance and provide regular reporting.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
• Apply agile project management principles where appropriate.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Contract management

Procurement

Budgeting

Agile

Education

Engineering/Environmental Science/PM degree

Job description

Chandler Macleod in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support Waste & Resource Recovery projects. You will lead landfill operations, leachate management and environmental compliance, coordinating with operations teams and contractors to deliver compliant outcomes.

This hands-on contract runs from late October 2026 to late February 2027, offering a competitive daily rate. You will manage schedules, budgets, and risk, with strong stakeholder engagement across a large local