Rockhampton / SEQ | Senior leadership role | Major rail delivery
We're partnering with a well-established rail contractor to appoint an Area Manager to lead Queensland operations. This is a senior role overseeing multiple projects and teams across delivery, commercial outcomes, client relationships, and safety performance.
Key responsibilities
* Lead QLD operations across rail construction projects (tender to delivery)
* Drive safety, quality and environmental compliance across all sites
* Own project performance: program, cost, risk, margin and governance reporting
* Manage and mentor project teams (direct and indirect reports)
* Build strong client and stakeholder relationships across government and industry
* Review tendering approaches, methodologies, subcontractor agreements and contract compliance
What you'll bring
* 5-10+ years in Project Management / Civil Engineering, ideally rail construction
* Strong contract and commercial capability (risk, claims, subcontract management)
* Proven leadership of multi-project delivery teams
* High safety awareness and a track record of building safety culture
* Strong communication and reporting discipline
* White Card and solid MS Office / project systems skills (MS Project desirable)
What's on offer
* Senior leadership role with real autonomy in QLD
* Long-term pipeline of rail works
* Competitive package (based on experience)
Robert Price
S&you (Recruitment)
0481 566 930
robert.price@sandyou.com.au
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