RoadTek is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Mackay Operations Unit.

In this role, you will manage the delivery of multiple civil infrastructure projects, providing technical expertise, project management, and contract administration across the design, construction and maintenance lifecycle. You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and to required quality and compliance standards while managing risks, stakeholders and contractors..

As part of RoadTek—the commercial arm of the Department of Transport and Main Roads—you will contribute to delivering critical transport infrastructure across Queensland. We operate to national and international standards and are committed to safety, respect, diversity and inclusion..

This is an excellent opportunity to lead complex projects and make a meaningful impact across the Mackay region.

Job details

RoadTek Mackay's operational footprint extends well beyond the city limits.

The region stretches across vast areas of Central and North Queensland, supporting critical transport corridors that connect coastal communities, mining regions, agricultural hubs and remote inland centres. Projects may take you from the stunning coastline and sugarcane fields surrounding Mackay to the rugged inland landscapes that support some of Australia's largest resource operations. Few roles provide the opportunity to experience such a diverse range of projects, environments and challenges while remaining based in a vibrant regional city.

Some of your responsibilities will include:
• Manage the project team, materials, resources and suppliers to ensure all members are appropriately skilled and utilised, and to ensure deliverables, time and budgetary requirements are met.
• Promote a Project Management culture and manage development and implementation of the total project plan in relation to: integration, human resources, scope, communication, time, risk, cost, procurement and quality.
• Project manage the delivery of assigned complex and multiple Road Maintenance projects and activities such as construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, preconstruction, electrical and business projects.
• Ensure all relevant standards, policies, guidelines and legislative requirements and operational system procedures are adhered to in order to facilitate the delivery of projects to a high and consistent standard.
• Identify and engage the necessary internal and external expertise to deliver project requirements, including the selection, engagement and procurement of contractors and suppliers.

Mandatory qualifications and conditions
• Criminal history screening will be conducted on the recommended person for the role.
• Applicants must possess a current, valid Queensland "C" class driver's licence or equivalent.
• TMR has a Drug and Alcohol Policy which applies to all Employees, Workers and Visitors to TMR workplaces. This may include random, post incident and reasonable suspicion testing during employment to ensure a safe and healthy workplace.
• A reasonable amount of travel consistent with industry standards will be required throughout the operational unit and/or the State. You will be entitled to allowances for such travel.

Requirements of the role
• Applies a comprehensive knowledge and experience of road construction and/or maintenance and principles to road construction and/or maintenance, contributing to continuous improvement of these processes and practices.
• Sound understanding of project management principles, methodology and practice, to apply relevant knowledge, skills and technical expertise to road and/or bridge construction and/or maintenance project activities at varying levels of complexity, to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Courage in making decisions under pressure and empowering collaborative decision making within the team environment.
• Responsibility for healthy and inclusive work practices by demonstrating respect for others, regularly communicating feedback and encouraging others to proactively improve safe and inclusive work practices.

RoadTek provides a suite of excellent employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing and career—see the attached Role Description for more.

Build Queensland's Future. Live the North Queensland Lifestyle.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.             

Job Ad Reference: QLD/693278/26

Closing Date: Thursday, 09 July 2026

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• applicant-guide (PDF, 322KB)
  
  
  693278 26 Role Description (Word, 578KB)