Project Director

Division/Section: Infrastructure and Operations / Capital Delivery

Position Type: Fixed Term Full Time (3 years, 10 day fortnight, 36.25 hours/week)

Salary Range: Competitive salary and conditions

Location: 143 Walker Street, Townsville City

Application Close: 11:45pm, Wednesday 1 July 2026

Step into a role where you can genuinely shape the future of your community.

We’re looking for an experienced Project Director to lead a small, versatile team delivering key council projects and programs of work from start to finish. You’ll take ownership of the full project lifecycle, from initiation through planning, delivery and completion, while working closely with internal stakeholders to keep everything on track and aligned to Council priorities. In this role, you’ll also act as Superintendent or Principal’s Representative when needed, manage approvals and funding requirements, and ensure projects are delivered to a high professional standard using best practice frameworks.

This is more than just project delivery. It’s a chance to lead, influence and make a lasting impact. You’ll drive complex initiatives, support and mentor up-and-coming project leaders, and work with both internal teams and external partners to get results that matter. Along the way, you’ll help improve how projects are planned and delivered across Council, contributing to better systems, culture and community outcomes.

If you’re someone who can hit the ground running, build strong relationships and take pride in seeing projects through, this is a great opportunity to grow your leadership and make your mark.

Qualifications And Experience

Ideally you will have:

• AQF level 7 qualification in engineering, town planning, architecture or other related field, and/or relevant equivalent experience.
• Current "C" class vehicle licence and a Construction Industry White Card (30215 QLD).
• Substantial experience in delivering significant infrastructure projects and ability to obtain Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) Certified Practicing Project Director (CPPD).
• Proficient in Microsoft office suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, and other relevant project delivery software systems.
• Proven leadership skills with a proven track record in providing strategic advice/guidance and effective leadership and direction to teams and stakeholders.
• High level skills and experience in communication, negotiation, problem solving, risk management, influencing and relationship building.
• Experience in the procurement and management of complex, large scale contracts associated with significant infrastructure projects.

For Further Information Review The Position Description.

Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We’re committed to supporting our people through a strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.

We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:

• Up to 5 weeks annual leave
• Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
• 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Domestic and Family Violence Leave
• Natural Disaster Leave
• Long Service Leave available pro rata after seven years
• Salary Sacrifice opportunities
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities
• Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
• Employee Assistance Program
• The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.

Contact Person: Matthew (General Manager)

Contact Email: ***email_hidden*** (for position enquiries only)

How To Apply

Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume which should confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.

For Further Information Review The Position Description.

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!

All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact [email protected] or phone 07 4727 9004 for a confidential discussion.

Attachments

• Project Director_PD.pdf