Australia, Bundaberg
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
Experience: 2-4 Years
Education Level: Academic Bachelor
Infrastructure
Closing: October 02, 2025

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Introduction

We're on the lookout for a skilled Project Manager to lead the delivery of a new residential subdivision in Bundaberg. This is a hands-on role overseeing all phases of the project-from planning and procurement to execution and handover. You'll be working with a collaborative team and trusted subcontractors to bring this community to life.

What are you going to do 

  • Project Planning & Execution
  • Lead project programming, scheduling, and delivery from start to finish.
  • Ensure full compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and standards.
  • Track progress against milestones and proactively manage delays or risks.
  • Financial Oversight
  • Conduct monthly financial assessments and forecasting.
  • Manage budgets, cost control, and reporting to ensure profitability.
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
  • Team & Subcontractor Management
  • Coordinate internal staff, subcontractors, suppliers, and equipment.
  • Ensure high performance and accountability across all delivery partners.
  • Resolve site issues quickly and effectively to maintain project momentum.
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, council, consultants, and service authorities.
  • Represent the business professionally in meetings and communications.
  • Ensure stakeholder expectations are met and exceeded.
  • Leadership & Staff Development
  • Mentor and coach junior staff and site supervisors.
  • Address performance issues constructively and foster a positive team culture.
  • Promote safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Proven experience managing subdivision or civil infrastructure projects.
  • Strong understanding of local council processes and service coordination.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure.
  • Qualifications in civil engineering, construction management, or similar.

What we offer 

  • Full Project Ownership - Lead a residential subdivision from planning to handover with autonomy and impact.

  • Relocation Assistance - We'll help you make the move to Bundaberg smooth and stress-free.

  • Career Growth - Join a company with a strong pipeline and real opportunities to advance. 

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact r.clifton-james@brunel.net

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At Brunel, we are proud of our unique corporate culture, which is shaped and nurtured by the collective efforts of our employees. Our work environment is characterised by an authentic, communicative and inclusive approach to teamwork that fosters an atmosphere of collaboration and creativity. Our values are at the center of everything we do – for our clients, our colleagues and ourselves.

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Since 1975, our mission has always been to connect specialists to exciting career opportunities, to support the development of these careers, and to offer fair and equal employment. This has enabled us to create a truly sustainable and durable business model. Having a passion for people and caring deeply for the environment is not only part of Brunel’s DNA but is also reflected in our culture and values. As a global company, we take our social responsibility very seriously.

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Richard Clifton-James

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