About the roleDeliver major infrastructure while working local on the Sunshine CoastNot every major infrastructure role requires FIFO or city commutes.We are looking for a Senior Planner to join our team delivering the Aura and Harmony Infrastructure Program on the Sunshine Coast — a major water and wastewater project supporting two of Queensland's fastest-growing communities.
This is a locally based role in Meridan Plains, giving you the opportunity to work on complex infrastructure while enjoying the lifestyle the Sunshine Coast is known for. You'll also join a friendly, collaborative project team that values planners and their input.
About the projectThe Aura and Harmony developments will house more than 70,000 future residents. Works include large-diameter pipelines (up to 900mm), 12 ML water reservoirs, pump stations, and both open trench and trenchless construction. This critical infrastructure will support community growth while creating local jobs and opportunities for First Nations and local businesses.
What will you be doing?As Senior Planner, you will manage planning and scheduling while working closely with engineers, supervisors, and delivery teams to keep the project on track. You will also support other projects in the region, contributing planning expertise and strengthening project controls.Your work will include:Developing and maintaining project schedules using Primavera P6. Monitoring progress, trends, and emerging risks. Preparing reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders. Supporting site teams with planning insights and schedule optimisation. Contributing to improved planning processes across the project and region.What will you bring?You are an experienced planner who enjoys being connected to the project and site teams, rather than just working behind a desk. You communicate confidently at all levels and can translate complex planning data into clear insights.
You will bring:Experience in construction or infrastructure project planning (extra points if you have worked on piping projects). Contractor-side project delivery experience. Strong reporting and presentation capabilities. Experience with Primavera P6 (Aphex advantageous). Ability to manage schedules in complex project environments.About UsMcConnell Dowell - Creative ConstructionOur purpose is Providing a Better Life. We deliver projects that connect, support, and sustain communities, while offering career opportunities that challenge, reward, and grow our people.
For over 60 years, we have built thousands of complex, high-quality projects across Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Islands, and Southeast Asia—shaping cities and supporting communities.
Why join us?The work you will do will have a real, positive impact on people's lives—and yours. With a wide variety of projects and roles, you will find plenty of opportunities to develop and thrive. We invest heavily in your growth through mentoring, training, and a supportive culture where your ideas matter.At McConnell Dowell, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are big enough to deliver community-shaping projects and agile enough to let you shape how we work. Join us, be yourself, and help us create better together.
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We are an equal opportunity employer. People of all ages, abilities, sexual orientation, gender identities & cultures including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply.Please note all successful applicants must hold valid work rights for Australia and pass a satisfactory pre-employment medical which includes drug and alcohol checks.This role is being sourced through McConnell Dowell directly and not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.