Construction Manager
John Holland GroupQueensland, Australia
Posted March 6, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
John Holland is a company that transforms lives with everything we do, and we pride ourselves on having a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead the delivery of a major water infrastructure program within our Infrastructure Division. The successful candidate will provide strong leadership to site and delivery teams, working closely with project leadership, engineering, commercial and client stakeholders to ensure the project is delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.
Requirements
- Bachelorâs degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or related discipline)
- Significant experience progressing through an engineeringâled delivery pathway ideal
- Proven experience operating at Construction Manager or senior construction leadership level on large infrastructure projects
- Strong background in water infrastructure delivery (pipelines, treatment plants, pump stations or similar projects highly regarded)
- Demonstrated experience leading large multidisciplinary site teams and subcontractors
- Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing and program management
- Proven safety leadership with a strong commitment to zero harm outcomes
- Solid understanding of quality, environmental and contractual requirements in infrastructure delivery
- Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to perform in complex, highârisk live construction environments
Benefits
- Competitive remuneration with salary continuance, and salary sacrifice options
- Great leave benefits including 18 weeks paid parental leave with super and up to an extra 18 weeks of super paid on further periods of unpaid parental leave, multicultural leave exchange and two extra days to prioritise your wellbeing
- Career progression underpinned by our exciting pipeline of work means youâll have the opportunity to work on iconic projects that are shaping cities and communities
- Learning and development opportunities where youâll have access to emerging talent programs, building your career through clear career pathways, plus technical and leadership training and development opportunities
- Flexible working that works for you as we know flexibility means different things to different people
