Project Manager
Design and Build ·www.search-4.com.au
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After successful placements, we’re working with a highly respected specialist piling and foundations contractor delivering complex civil infrastructure projects across transport, energy, resources, and marine sectors. This is a key leadership role for an experienced Project Manager who understands piling methodology and can take full ownership of delivery from tender handover through to completion.
This role will primarily see you working on tier 1 infrastructure projects across roads, bridges, and rail, delivering critical foundation and piling packages that underpin major transport networks.
This is a business with strong technical capability, modern plant and equipment, and a genuine focus on safe delivery, quality outcomes, and long-term client relationships.
THE ROLE
As Project Manager – Piling, you will be responsible for end-to-end delivery of piling and deep foundation works across major civil infrastructure projects. You’ll lead site teams, manage subcontractors, oversee program and cost performance, and work closely with clients, engineers, and internal stakeholders.
You’ll be expected to bring strong construction methodology knowledge across driven piles, bored piles, CFA, secant piling, shoring systems, and retaining structures.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
This role will primarily see you working on tier 1 infrastructure projects across roads, bridges, and rail, delivering critical foundation and piling packages that underpin major transport networks.
This is a business with strong technical capability, modern plant and equipment, and a genuine focus on safe delivery, quality outcomes, and long-term client relationships.
THE ROLE
As Project Manager – Piling, you will be responsible for end-to-end delivery of piling and deep foundation works across major civil infrastructure projects. You’ll lead site teams, manage subcontractors, oversee program and cost performance, and work closely with clients, engineers, and internal stakeholders.
You’ll be expected to bring strong construction methodology knowledge across driven piles, bored piles, CFA, secant piling, shoring systems, and retaining structures.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead delivery of piling and foundation works across major infrastructure projects
- Manage program, budget, forecasting, and commercial performance
- Oversee site teams including Supervisors, Engineers, and subcontractors
- Coordinate with design teams to ensure buildability and efficient methodology
- Drive HSEQ compliance and promote a strong safety culture on site
- Manage client relationships and stakeholder communication across tier 1 contractors and government clients
- Review and approve construction methodologies, lift plans, and ITPs
- Manage procurement of plant, materials, and subcontractors
- Ensure accurate reporting across cost, progress, and risk
- Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Engineer in piling / foundations
- Strong understanding of piling techniques and geotechnical interfaces
- Experience delivering tier 1 infrastructure projects (roads, rail, bridges)
- Strong commercial and contractual awareness (head contract + subcontractor management)
- Ability to lead site teams and manage multiple stakeholders confidently
- Excellent planning, programming, and problem-solving capability
- Strong safety leadership and site presence
- Work with a specialist contractor known for technical excellence in foundations, looking after their people
- Strong pipeline of secured tier 1 infrastructure projects
- Exposure to major roads, bridges, and rail programs
- Supportive leadership team with real industry experience
- Opportunity to lead complex, technically challenging projects
- Competitive salary package + vehicle / allowances (based on experience) + unheard of bonus structures
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Who is hiring for the Project Manager role?
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Where is the Project Manager job located?
The Project Manager role with Design and Build is based in QLD - Brisbane, QLD, AU.
What does the Project Manager role pay?
Design and Build lists the Project Manager role at AUD 200,000–230,000 per year.
Is the Project Manager role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Design and Build.
What experience level is the Project Manager role?
The Project Manager position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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