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Construction Manager


Delivery; QBuild; Public Works; Mackay

Make a meaningful impact and work with QLD Government’s builder, QBuild! Benefit from working in a commercialised business unit within the public sector and enjoy access to a range of government exclusive benefits, as well as exciting career opportunities across the state. Don't miss this chance to build your career —apply now!

QBuild is expanding! Join for an exciting career opportunity as a Construction Manager to provide a high level of expertise and leadership in overseeing construction projects and programs.

Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Construction & Architecture
Classification AO6
Workplace Location Mackay region
Job ad reference QLD/654218/25
Closing date 28-Aug-2025
Job duration
Contact person Brett Taylor
Contact details Phone: 0439 834 861
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Your role within QBuild will support the department to partner with Queensland Government agencies to deliver their core services, by providing state-wide planning, building, maintenance, and disaster response services that utilise local suppliers and QBuild tradespeople and apprentices. The work you will do helps someone every day, and that means the world to us

About the role

You will play a pivotal role in supporting QBuild's ambition to strengthen Queensland's building and construction industry by providing strategic leadership and operational excellence as a Construction Manager. This role involves overseeing the successful execution of construction projects and programs, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards, optimising resource allocation, fostering collaboration among stakeholders, and driving innovation to meet the evolving needs of the industry and community.

Duties and skills involved:

  • Ensuring the effective operational delivery of QBuild partners' projects and programs by managing program resources' productivity, monitoring performance, apprentice competencies, and initiating remedial action as necessary. Maintaining a pipeline of works for Field staff across the region.
  • Ensuring minor works and construction program projects are delivered in line with the Queensland Government's Capital Works Framework.
  • Initiating and participating in procurement activities for construction and maintenance contractors, including acting as the Superintendent's Representative on applicable contracts.
  • Managing, coordinating, and integrating a workforce of office and field staff involved in product development, delivery, and partner liaison activities.
  • Planning and resolving resourcing issues, ensuring appropriate allocation and management of resources within operational areas to achieve high-quality building services and project management within budget, resource, and time constraints.
  • Managing field staff and apprentices, ensuring effective utilisation on a quality pipeline of work including construction projects, planned works and upgrades along with maintenance work, as required.
  • Maintaining and developing effective working relationships through leading and developing individuals and teams.

Preferred skills and experience:

  • Demonstrated strong knowledge of the Building Construction Industry, including quality assurance, building project management and contract administration.

How do I apply?

All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.

Interested candidates are encouraged to review the below attached applicant guide and role description. Once reviewed please submit the following documents to apply:

  • Resume
  • Cover letter (2 pages maximum) telling us why you are interested in and capable of performing the role.

If you have any questions about the position or your application please contact Brett Taylor, 0439 834 861 or brett.taylor@epw.qld.gov.au

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad ReferenceQLD/654218/25
Closing Date: Thursday, 28 August  2025

Further information

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