In-Demand Construction project manager Jobs in Cairns Qld

Project Manager
Tetra tech Ltd. —Cairns QLD
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
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Project Manager
Harris Kmon Solutions —Cairns QLD
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Construction experience
- Budgeting
- Communication skills
- Profit sharing
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Mechanical HVAC Construction Manager
J & R Refrigeration —Cairns QLD
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Plumbing
- Construction experience
Sales & Estimating Coordinator
Senior Leadership InfraBuild —Cairns QLD
- CAD
- Customer service
- Computer skills
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Project Manager - Cairns
Endfire Engineering Pty Ltd —Cairns QLD
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- Construction experience
- Leadership
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Senior Civil Engineer/Project Manager
Arup —Cairns QLD
- Management
- Business development
- Bachelor's degree
- Profit sharing
- Parental leave
Senior Heritage Specialist
AECOM —Cairns QLD
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Research
Project Manager
Hutchinson Builders —Cairns QLD
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- Construction experience
- Leadership
Sales Assistant
Choices Flooring Cairns —Cairns QLD
- $36.95 - $40.95 an hour
- Full-time
- Sales
- Customer service
- POS
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Principal Civil Engineer - Water Infrastructure
AECOM —Cairns QLD
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's degree
- Construction experience
- Civil Engineering
Principal Lawyer - Commercial
Airport Development Group —Cairns City QLD
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- SharePoint
- Negotiation
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Principal
AECOM —Cairns QLD
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's degree
Project Engineer - Cairns
Endfire Engineering Pty Ltd —Cairns QLD
- Full-time
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office
- Bachelor's degree
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Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor
Rider Levett Bucknall —Cairns QLD
- Management
- Office
- No degree
First Nations Opportunities - Building Futures Together at AECOM
AECOM —Cairns QLD
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
Construction Worker Band C
Queensland Government —Cairns QLD
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Tetra tech Ltd. -
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Benefits

Extended annual leave
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
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Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Office
Administrative experience
Construction site
Recruiting
Construction experience
Microsoft Project
Leadership
Time management

Full Job Description

Project Manager

We’re looking for a client-side Project Manager with experience in Defence, Education, Government, Health, or a related field to join our team in Cairns. At RPS, you’ll be part of work that really matters — helping shape communities, influence outcomes, and contribute to important government and private sector projects.

If you have a background in building and construction, infrastructure, contract management or administration, government approvals, or something similar, we’d love to hear from you. You’ll be joining a high-performing team that’s known for delivering large, complex projects and making a real impact.

What You’ll Bring

4+ years of demonstrated recent construction project experience with Education, Government, Health or Defence sectors with client project experience desirable.
Professional qualifications in project management, architectural, engineering, construction management or similar.
A good understanding and proven experience in managing construction contracts and contract administration, with managing contractor contract experience is highly desirable.
Good client and stakeholder management, as well as leadership skills.
Well-developed spoken and reporting/ writing skills with strong competence in computer software including the ability to use the Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook, with Microsoft Project desirable.
Excellent time management skills and attention to detail.
Completed construction site health and safety course.
AIPM Certified Practising Project Manager certification or equivalent would be viewed favourably.

Why Choose RPS?

At RPS, we don’t just offer a job—we offer a career path. We’re committed to recognising your contributions and investing in your future.

Benefits Include:

Flexible/Hybrid Work Arrangements
Professional Membership Reimbursement
Defence Reservist Leave & Veteran Employer of Choice
Paid Parental & Partner Leave
$250 Active Lifestyle Allowance p.a.
Monthly Phone Allowance
Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
Salary Packaging Options
Access to technical and professional development programs
Vibrant social clubs, Employee Assistance Program, service recognition, and more

About Us

RPS is a Tetra Tech company. Tetra Tech is a global consulting firm with 27,000 employees across more than 550 offices in 120+ countries. Our mission is to provide smart, sustainable solutions for some of the world’s most complex challenges.

In the Australia Asia Pacific region, RPS has over 500 professionals delivering high-value client-side consulting across Defence, infrastructure, environmental services, and urban planning. As part of the global Tetra Tech network, we offer exceptional opportunities for learning, growth, and international collaboration.

Our Approach

Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work.
Stronger together is one of our five core behaviours and it is key to building a collaborative workplace. We encourage everyone to bring their best and to support others to do the same. By sharing knowledge, challenging each other to think differently, and fostering an environment of trust and respect, our people can learn, grow and thrive – and share in our success.

Recruitment Agencies

We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.

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