Project Manager, Roads & Highways

About the Role

Join a global engineering consultancy renowned for delivering iconic infrastructure projects that support sustainable urban and transport development globally. At SMEC, you will engage with experienced professionals in an encouraging and adaptive workspace designed to foster professional advancement.

As a Project Manager based in Canberra, you will lead the delivery of major Roads & Highways projects, taking responsibility for ensuring that all project stages are completed safely, punctually, and within budget. You will act as a key liaison for clients and stakeholders, facilitating strong collaborative partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle delivery of Roads & Highways projects or major project segments.
• Oversee program timelines, budgeting, risk mitigation, and quality assurance throughout project execution.
• Lead collaborative multidisciplinary teams through planning, design, and construction phases.
• Maintain and nurture client relationships serving as the principal contact.
• Coordinate efforts among internal teams, contractors, government agencies, and utility stakeholders.
• Support project commercial aspects including managing variations, forecasting finances, and preparing reports.
• Participate in project bids, tenders, and initiatives to foster business growth.
• Contribute to the successful completion of infrastructure projects related to road upgrades, intersections, highways, and active transport solutions.

Candidate Profile

• Have between 6 to 12 years of experience in delivering Roads & Highways or significant transport infrastructure projects.
• Preferably experienced within engineering consultancies or client-side project delivery, with familiarity managing projects for infrastructure asset owners or government bodies.
• Hold a degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related fields.
• Possess strong skills in project management including program oversight, cost and risk management, and governance.
• Experienced in managing complex client and stakeholder relationships in multidisciplinary project environments.
• Commercially astute with the ability to oversee project finances, including forecasting and reporting.
• Exemplify strong leadership, communication, and coordination capabilities.
• Experience collaborating with government, transport or road agencies such as Transport Canberra and City Services, or the National Capital Authority, is highly valued.
• Proven track record in delivering roads, highways, intersections, and other transport infrastructure projects.

Company Overview

SMEC is a global engineering consultancy delivering complex infrastructure solutions across multiple sectors including transport, water, energy, and urban development. The company promotes innovation and technical excellence while fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace with strong commitments to gender equity, LGBTI+ inclusion, and First Nations participation. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies including 18 weeks of paid parental leave.

Additional Information

We encourage candidates who may not meet every criterion to apply, valuing diverse experiences and backgrounds to cultivate an inclusive environment. The recruitment process is managed through our Resourcing function, and direct submissions to employees or managers are not accepted. For confidential discussions, candidates may contact the designated recruitment representative.