Project Manager (Cairns)

Project Manager (Cairns)

Salary:

75 - 80

/ Hour

Contract Type:

Contract

Location:

QLD - Cairns - QLD 

Industry:

Construction & Engineering

Reference:

0607DD

Contact Name:

Daniel Driver

Contact Email:

daniel@publicsectorpeople.com.au

Date Published:

05-Jul-2026

About the Role
In this project manager role you will be responsible for coordinating and managing all aspects of building project implementation activities, including pre-design, design, documentation, contract administration, and post-construction services.
  
You will work collaboratively with clients and stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes while maintaining strong project governance, financial performance, and quality standards.
  
Key Responsibilities
  • Coordinate and manage building projects through all phases of delivery, including planning, design, documentation, construction, and post-construction activities.
  • Ensure projects are delivered within agreed scope, timeframes, budgets, cash-flow requirements, and quality standards.
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, contractors, consultants, local authorities, and internal stakeholders.
  • Coordinate and oversee project teams, including external consultants and internal staff, to achieve project objectives.
  • Administer traditional and non-traditional building contracts and provide high-level contract coordination.
  • Lead negotiations with stakeholders to identify and deliver value-for-money outcomes.
  • Monitor project performance, manage risks, control variances, and prepare exception reports relating to project costs and timelines.
  • Conduct project audits and evaluate project team performance as required.
  • Assist in determining project fees and facilitate client billing approvals where necessary.
  • Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements and organizational policies.
  
Successful candidate
  • Proven experience in project management, preferably within the building, construction, or infrastructure sectors.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build strong professional relationships.
  • Demonstrated expertise in project coordination, problem-solving, and delivering outcomes in complex environments.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
  • Sound commercial awareness and an understanding of project financial management.
  • The ability to work collaboratively while exercising sound professional judgement and initiative.
  
Highly Desirable
  • Commitment to workplace health and safety practices.
  • Familiarity with the Far North Queensland (FNQ) region.
  • A current and valid driver's license.
  
Mandatory Requirements
  • Demonstrated project management experience.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
  • Proven capability in project coordination, stakeholder management, and problem-solving.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.

If you are a project manager experienced within the built project space & on the lookout for your next contract opportunity across FNQ - this is the role for you! 

Send your application through to: daniel@publicsectorpeople.com.au & give me a call back on 0466 265 446 to discuss this opportunity in further detail! 
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