Project Manager - Northern Territory
Project Manager - Northern Territory
Job Type:
Permanent / Full Time
Location:
Other, Northern Territory
Category:
Building & Construction
Sub Category:
Project Management
Date Published:
10-Oct-2025
Job Reference
997318
CoreStaff Darwin have a permanent Full Time Opportunity in the Civil Construction Industry for a Project Manager, based in Darwin Northern Territory.
About our Client:
Our Client, is a leading Australian construction services companies, delivering certainty for our customers on a broad range of civil, building, environmental and industrial projects over more than 30 years.
About the Role & Responsibilities:
The Project Manager is responsible for strategically managing all aspects of our clients projects from project contract award, through to execution and close-out.
You’ll be responsible for managing people, processes, budgets, and timelines to ensure high-quality outcomes that align with company objectives and comply with relevant legislation and client requirements.
Project Organisational
Commercial, Procurement and Contract Management
Team & Staff Management
Financial
Risk, OHSE, Quality
Stakeholder and Relationship Management
To be successful for this role, you will need the following:
Benefits:
CoreStaff is a leader in workplace diversity, and we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians for all roles, females for non-traditional female roles, and applicants with disabilities to apply for all of our jobs.
If this sounds like you apply now!!
About our Client:
Our Client, is a leading Australian construction services companies, delivering certainty for our customers on a broad range of civil, building, environmental and industrial projects over more than 30 years.
About the Role & Responsibilities:
The Project Manager is responsible for strategically managing all aspects of our clients projects from project contract award, through to execution and close-out.
You’ll be responsible for managing people, processes, budgets, and timelines to ensure high-quality outcomes that align with company objectives and comply with relevant legislation and client requirements.
Project Organisational
- Manage end-to-end project delivery, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, timeline, and quality targets.
- Monitor progress and proactively adjust resources, schedules, and financials to stay on track.
- Identify and implement process improvements to optimise project outcomes.
- Ensure all company and client-specific systems and procedures are correctly applied on site.
- Collaborate with senior management to develop solutions that benefit both the project and the business.
Commercial, Procurement and Contract Management
- Oversee the performance of subcontractors and suppliers, driving improvements where needed.
- Manage procurement processes and ensure contractual compliance, including handling variations, extensions of time (EOTs), and claims.
- Lead commercial negotiations and review contractual documents (e.g. Subcontract Agreements, Progress Claims).
- Review and approve supplier/subcontractor invoices, including capturing retention to be held.
- Oversee review process to ensure Subcontractor compliance e.g. having appropriate licenses, insurances etc. prior to starting works.
- Ensure warranty and dispute claims for the project are addressed as soon as practical.
- Ensure legislative and regulatory compliance.
Team & Staff Management
- Lead and mentor project teams, ensuring clear delegation and accountability.
- Allocate resources effectively and conduct regular performance reviews.
- Foster a collaborative team environment with a focus on project excellence and safety.
- Provide detailed progress reports and insights to senior stakeholders.
Financial
- Monitor project budgets and implement cost-control measures to maintain profitability.
- Forecast project costs and cash flow with accuracy and diligence.
- Review and validate financial reports and ensure positive project cash flow.
- Manage invoicing and follow up on client payments to maintain timely cash collection
Risk, OHSE, Quality
- Develop and implement project-specific risk mitigation plans.
- Ensure compliance with WHS requirements and lead by example in promoting a strong safety culture.
- Oversee quality assurance processes, including inspections and audits.
- Monitor site activities through regular safety meetings and equipment checks.
- Perform overall quality control of the work (budget, schedule, plans, personnel’s performance) and report regularly on project status.
Stakeholder and Relationship Management
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and regulators.
- Ensure effective communication and collaboration across all stakeholders.
- Manage industrial relations requirements and ensure compliance on-site.
To be successful for this role, you will need the following:
- Degree in Engineering or a relevant tertiary qualification (TAFE or trade background also considered).
- Minimum 5 years' experience in delivering infrastructure/construction projects, ideally in civil engineering.
- Proven experience in contracts administration and project procurement.
- Current White Card and driver’s licence.
- Ability to obtain DCSI and Defence clearances.
- Strong knowledge of Australian Standards and WHS legislation.
- Proficient in project management software (e.g. MS Project, Microsoft Suite), ERP systems (e.g. Pronto), and construction platforms (e.g. Procore, Aconex).
- Skilled in budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
- Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain attention to detail under pressure.
- Hands-on leadership style with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset.
- Resilient, adaptable, and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes.
- Strong team player who values collaboration and continuous improvement.
Benefits:
- You’ll be part of a progressive company delivering impactful infrastructure projects
- We value innovation, teamwork, and a strong safety culture
- This is a great opportunity to take ownership of complex projects and grow your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
- Opportunity to work nationally
- Attractive Remunition Package
- Permanent Full Time opportunity based in the NT
CoreStaff is a leader in workplace diversity, and we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians for all roles, females for non-traditional female roles, and applicants with disabilities to apply for all of our jobs.
If this sounds like you apply now!!