Civil Construction Manager

Construction Manager | Civil Infrastructure | Darwin, NT

Lead major civil infrastructure projects. Build something significant. Make the NT home.

Senior leadership opportunity | Major government & defence projects | Relocation package + 6 months' accommodation

Ready to step beyond managing individual projects and take ownership of a broader construction portfolio?

Foundation Recruitment is partnering with an established national principal contractor to appoint a senior Construction Manager to oversee multiple large-scale civil construction projects across the Northern Territory.

With a strong pipeline of government, defence and infrastructure work, including projects valued at $200M+, this is an opportunity to play a key leadership role in a business with the capability, track record and resources to deliver complex projects.

And if you're considering a move to the Territory, the company will support your relocation with a comprehensive relocation package and six months' initial accommodation for you and your family.

This is a Darwin-based residential role. FIFO arrangements are not available.

The opportunity

Reporting directly to senior management, you'll have genuine responsibility for construction delivery across multiple concurrent projects. This is a portfolio-level leadership position for someone who can see the bigger picture, drive commercial outcomes and bring project teams together to deliver.

You'll be responsible for:

• Leading major project delivery - overseeing construction programs, productivity, quality, safety and contractual outcomes across multiple sites.
• Driving commercial performance - managing budgets, forecasting, procurement, cost control and project profitability.
• Building high-performing teams - leading, mentoring and developing Project Managers, Engineers and wider construction teams.
• Setting the delivery strategy - developing construction methodologies, resource plans and practical solutions to complex project challenges.
• Influencing future work - supporting pre-contracts with construction planning, programming and methodology input.
• Building client partnerships - maintaining strong relationships with government, defence and other key stakeholders while protecting the company's reputation.

You'll have the autonomy to lead, the support of an experienced senior management team and the opportunity to influence how projects are delivered across the Territory.

About the company

You'll be joining an established, award-winning national contractor with more than 40 years of industry experience and a strong reputation for doing business the right way.

What sets this opportunity apart:

• A substantial pipeline of government, defence and infrastructure projects.
• Complex civil construction projects, including opportunities valued at $200M+.
• Significant self-performing civil construction capability.
• An established business with the experience and resources to support successful delivery.
• A straightforward, commercially focused culture built on honest dealings and strong working relationships.

What you'll bring

We're looking for a proven senior construction leader with a strong principal contractor background and the commercial capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

You'll ideally have

• A Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• 10+ years' post-graduate experience within a principal contracting environment.
• A demonstrated track record delivering civil construction projects valued at $10M+.
• Experience managing hard-dollar contracts and accountability for project financial performance.
• Strong commercial, contractual, procurement, forecasting and programming capability.
• The ability to lead large, multidisciplinary teams and drive accountability across project delivery.
• A proactive approach to safety, quality, productivity and achieving program targets.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Cultural awareness and the ability to lead diverse workforces and engage effectively with a range of stakeholders.

You must be an Australian citizen and eligible to obtain the required government security clearance.

What's on offer?

• Competitive, negotiable remuneration aligned with your experience.
• Comprehensive relocation support to make your move to Darwin easier.
• Six months' initial accommodation provided for you and your family.
• A senior leadership role with responsibility beyond a single project.
• Exposure to significant government, defence and civil infrastructure projects.
• The opportunity to establish yourself in a growing market with a strong project pipeline.

Ready for your next move?

If you're an experienced Construction Manager ready to take the next step in your career, or you're considering a move to Darwin for the right leadership opportunity, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Contact Jo Morrison | Foundation Recruitment

0405 867 171 or Sign in to view email

Location: Darwin, Northern Territory | Residential role — no FIFO