The SEE Way

SEE Group is a family-built company with over 35 years of experience delivering excellence across civil construction, mining and infrastructure. At SEE Group, we do not just build projects, we build careers.

• Be part of a down-to-earth, supportive team that values diversity and inclusion
• Benefit from career growth and tailored development opportunities
• Enjoy personalised rewards and recognition for your hard work
• Lead impactful projects that shape communities
• Work with passionate people who bring a boots and all attitude to everything they do

About the Opportunity

SEE Civil is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of a portfolio of complex civil infrastructure and land development projects across the Ipswich region.
This full-time opportunity carries end-to-end accountability for one major project or several related projects, from initiation and planning through delivery and close-out. You will lead Project Managers, Senior Project Engineers and broader project teams, with responsibility for financial performance, contract outcomes, safety, quality, environmental compliance and strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Project Managers and project staff to achieve project objectives in line with SEE Civil's strategic priorities.
• Provide full project life cycle leadership across one major project or multiple concurrent civil projects.
• Oversee project planning, programming, construction methodologies, resourcing and delivery performance.
• Take accountability for project financial performance, including budgets, monthly assessments, forecasts, cost controls and operational reporting.
• Lead contract administration, scope changes, variation pricing, client negotiations and the resolution of contractual or technical issues.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, Australian Standards, project specifications and SEE Group Integrated Management System requirements.
• Coordinate employees, subcontractors, procurement, plant, equipment and other resources across the project portfolio.
• Drive safe, environmentally responsible and quality-focused project delivery, including the implementation of relevant management systems and accreditations.
• Build productive relationships with clients, consultants, councils, regulators, suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams.
• Coach and develop project personnel, build team capability and foster a positive, collaborative and accountable work environment.
• Identify project and business risks, improvement opportunities and future work prospects that support sustainable growth.

Essential Skills and Attributes

• 5+ years of project management experience, including the planning and tracking of complex projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple civil construction projects while maintaining focus on priorities, deadlines and commercial outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles and practical experience delivering civil infrastructure, land development or related projects.
• Highly effective capability in contract negotiation, evaluation and administration, including specifications and Australian Standards.
• Proven leadership experience across multidisciplinary project teams and internal and external resources.
• Strong financial management, forecasting, reporting and cost-control capability.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage clients, executives, senior leaders and technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Highly effective planning, organisation, analytical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to establish strong working relationships, resolve conflict constructively and lead through changing priorities.
• Competence with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and ERP systems.
• Commitment to safety, quality, environmental responsibility, inclusion and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline is desirable.
• Current driver licence.

What's next?

If you are ready to take the lead on complex civil projects and hold full, unlimited working rights in Australia, we encourage you to submit your CV by selecting Apply Now.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, women and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage are strongly encouraged to apply.
Interested to learn more about SEE Group? Visit www.seegroup.com.au

Summary
Civil Infrastructure and Urban Development | Ipswich Region