Overview
$78.02ph + super • 3-month contract with possible extension | Immediate Start | Townsville | State Government Department
AO6 Project Manager required for a short-term contract with potential extension. The client provides essential building and construction services across North Queensland and is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager to join the team on a contract basis.
Your new role
As a key member of the project delivery team, you'll lead and coordinate building projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality outcomes across government-owned assets. Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing all phases of building projects including pre-design, design, documentation, contract administration, and post-construction activities
- Coordinating internal teams, external consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to meet project objectives
- Leading negotiations with consultants, authorities, and contractors to deliver value-for-money solutions
- Providing expert contract coordination across traditional and non-traditional systems
- Ensuring projects meet scope, time, cost, cash-flow, and quality benchmarks
- Overseeing stakeholder engagement and communication throughout the project lifecycle
- Generating exception reports and conducting project audits to monitor performance
- Supporting senior leadership in fee determination and client billing approvals
What you\'ll need to succeed
You bring a strong background in project management within the building and construction sector, with a proven ability to lead complex projects and manage diverse teams.
Your qualifications and experience include:
- Previous experience in project coordination, contract administration, or construction management
- High-level proficiency in MS Project and Microsoft Office Suite
- Tertiary qualifications in Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, Town Planning, or Quantity Surveying (highly desirable)
- Solid leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to interpret technical documentation and manage compliance requirements
- Excellent organisational and reporting capabilities
What you\'ll get in return
In return, you will have an immediately available, up to 40 hours per week contract role, Monday - Friday within the public sector based in Townsville, paying an attractive hourly rate of $78.02 + Super. You will work in a well-established, friendly, and fast-paced team and your contribution will be valued in the ongoing success of this busy department.
What you need to do now
If you\'re interested in this role, click "apply now" to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Equally, please do not hesitate to direct questions to Jenna Dearman - or email
If this job isn\'t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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📌 Ao6 Project Manager
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📍 Townsville