About BMD
BMD is Australia's leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business. As the largest privately owned civil contractor in Australia, BMD is at the forefront of excellence, with a growing international footprint extending to the Philippines and the United Kingdom.
Driven by a purpose of powering futures and creating enduring legacies, we deliver complex infrastructure solutions that connect and transform communities. For over 45 years, our diverse portfolio of projects and roles provides exceptional opportunities for our people to grow and make a lasting impact. As part of our team, you'll help deliver challenging projects, supported by leadership within an inclusive people-first culture.
Who we're looking for:
We are seeking an experienced Civil Foreman to join our high‑performing delivery team on the Darwin Ship Lift project at East Arm. This role will suit a Foreman with strong technical and people leadership capability who thrives in complex, multi‑discipline environments and enjoys taking ownership of a defined scope.
Working closely with the General Foreman, Project Engineers and subcontractors, you will be responsible for driving safety, productivity, quality and program outcomes across your work front. With a strong pipeline of projects across Queensland and the Northern Territory, this role offers genuine long‑term career progression within BMD.
Key responsibilities
* Lead and manage a defined FRP / structures work package on a major infrastructure project
* Supervise site teams and subcontractors to ensure safe, efficient and compliant delivery
* Coordinate labour, plant, materials and subcontractors to achieve program targets
* Ensure works are delivered in accordance with project specifications, ITPs and quality requirements
* Champion strong health, safety, environmental and quality outcomes on site
* Work collaboratively with Engineers and Supervision to resolve technical and construction challenges
* Drive a high‑performance culture focused on teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement
About you
You will be a motivated and capable Foreman with a strong civil construction background and proven experience managing crews and subcontractors on complex projects. You will bring:
* Certificate IV in Civil Construction (or equivalent experience)
* Extensive civil construction experience with demonstrated Foreman‑level supervision
* A strong commitment to safety, environmental and quality outcomes
* The ability to lead teams, build trust and positively influence site culture
* A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with a strong focus on program and productivity
* Motivation to deliver value‑for‑money outcomes while maintaining high standards
Desirable experience
* Experience managing FRP, structural or marine‑related scopes on major civil or infrastructure projects
* Exposure to complex work packages requiring strong coordination and interface management
Diversity and inclusion
We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer providing a flexible and inclusive workplace.
So, join our team, be yourself and help us power futures and create legacies.
We're a purpose and values-led business guided by our values of family, empowered, collaborative and driven. For further details on what makes BMD unique, head to