ABN or PAYG Contract Options FIFO Rotation Contract Civil Infrastructure Civil Infrastructure Are you an experienced civil engineer with a strong track record delivering major infrastructure projects? We have an exciting contract opportunity based in regional NSW for a Senior Project Manager to join a high-profile, fast-moving civil infrastructure programme. This role is ideal for someone who has come up through the ranks as a civil engineer and now leads project delivery across roads, rail, bridges, culverts and/or structures in complex, civil multi-disciplinary environments. Reporting to the Project Director, you'll take ownership of contractor management and project delivery across significant civil infrastructure packages. You'll be the go-to person on the ground — solving problems, managing performance, and keeping delivery on track. Day to day you'll be: Leading the planning, scoping, and delivery of major civil infrastructure work packages Managing and mentoring project engineers embedded within contractor teams Overseeing contractor performance against scope, program, budget, safety, and quality KPIs Administering contracts — assessing payment claims, managing variations, and reporting on scope deviations Resolving construction and engineering issues as they arise on site Developing and maintaining detailed Project Management Plans and financial forecasts Conducting regular site inspections, liaising with design consultants, and engineering teams Preparing technical, performance, and evaluation reports for senior leadership Engaging with internal teams, government stakeholders, and local communities on technical and contractual matters Championing a strong safety culture across all project activities What you'll Bring Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent Eligibility for membership of Engineers Australia Demonstrated experience in major infrastructure project delivery across rail, roads, bridges, culverts, or structures Strong contract administration skills, variations, payment claims, scope management Solid commercial acumen and financial reporting capability Experience managing engineers and interfacing directly with construction contractors Sound knowledge of WHS principles and relevant safety legislation Highly developed communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills Why This Role? This is a long-term programme with significant scope and complexity — the kind of role that genuinely challenges experienced project managers and builds careers. You'll be working alongside a skilled, collaborative delivery team on infrastructure that matters. Whether you're operating under your own ABN or prefer PAYG, we can make it work. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Hudson Hudson is committed to helping you find a workplace where you feel respected, supported, and free to thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences—because when different voices come together, amazing things happen. Casual Loading Please note for all Australian based contract and temporary roles only, the pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading. This excludes permanent and fixed term roles. Consultant andrew.hendra@hudson.com Reference number: 249977 Profession:EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering EngineeringProject Management Company: Hudson Date posted: 12th Jun, 2026
