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Senior Project Manager
North; RoadTek; Infrastructure Management and Delivery; Townsville
Join RoadTek as a Senior Project Manager and lead the delivery of complex civil infrastructure projects that help keep Queensland connected. Based in Townsville, you'll oversee multiple road and maintenance projects, manage high-performing teams, engage contractors and stakeholders, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced project professional with expertise in civil construction, maintenance or infrastructure delivery who is passionate about driving outcomes and supporting the development of others. Enjoy a rewarding career with RoadTek, a respected commercial business within Transport and Main Roads, offering flexible work options, professional development and excellent employee benefits.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Project Management |
| Classification | AO7 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/705956/26 |
| Closing date | 13-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Matthew Smith |
| Contact details | Phone: 0447 553 687 Access the National Relay Service |
Working within one of Queensland's largest transport infrastructure businesses, you'll lead project teams, manage resources and budgets, engage with contractors and stakeholders, and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard. This is an outstanding opportunity to apply your project management expertise while contributing to infrastructure that supports communities across the state.
What you'll do
- Lead the delivery of complex civil infrastructure and road maintenance projects.
- Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, risks and quality outcomes.
- Provide leadership, guidance and support to project teams and contractors.
- Drive project performance through effective planning, stakeholder engagement and resource management.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, policies and operational requirements.
- Foster a positive safety culture and promote inclusive and respectful workplace practices.
What you'll bring
You will be a confident project leader with experience delivering civil construction, road maintenance, infrastructure or engineering-related projects. You'll demonstrate:
- Strong project management, contract administration and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience leading teams and coordinating contractors and suppliers.
- Sound knowledge of project management methodologies and delivery frameworks.
- The ability to make informed decisions, manage competing priorities and achieve results in complex environments.
- A commitment to safety, collaboration and continuous improvement.
- A Diploma in Project Management, engineering-related qualifications, and experience within the civil infrastructure industry will be highly regarded.
Why join RoadTek?
RoadTek is a commercial business within the Department of Transport and Main Roads, delivering transport infrastructure solutions across Queensland. Our people enjoy the benefits of working on meaningful projects while building rewarding long-term careers in a supportive and inclusive environment.
We offer:
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Study and research assistance.
- Health and wellbeing reimbursement initiatives.
- Professional membership reimbursement.
- Generous leave provisions.
- Employee Assistance Program support.
- Recognition and reward programs.
- Salary packaging options.
Why Townsville?
Townsville offers an unbeatable North Queensland lifestyle, combining a thriving regional city atmosphere with easy access to stunning beaches, Magnetic Island, outdoor adventures and a strong sense of community. With affordable living, excellent amenities and year-round sunshine, it's the ideal place to build your career while enjoying an exceptional lifestyle.
If you're ready to lead significant infrastructure projects and help shape Queensland's transport network, we'd love to hear from you.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/705956/26
Closing Date: Friday, 13 November 2026
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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