Airfields Work Package Manager

3 days ago

Perth, Western Australia Design Build Full time
Overview

Airfields Work Package Manager role at Design Build. Our client is a long standing leader in civil construction and infrastructure, shaping communities across Australia and New Zealand for nearly a century. With a reputation for delivering complex projects safely and efficiently, they combine innovation, technical expertise and strong community values to create lasting impact. Their people are at the heart of everything they do, supported by tailored training, leadership programs and industry partnerships. They foster an inclusive and collaborative culture offering flexible work options, strong employee benefits and career defining opportunities on some of the region's most significant projects.

The Role

This is a rare chance to lead a significant project delivering critical airfield upgrades on the Cocos Islands. You will oversee the full delivery of the airfield works package, managing everything from planning and subcontractor engagement through to completion and handover. The role involves coordinating resources, driving safety and quality outcomes, and ensuring commercial targets are met while working in a remote and challenging environment. Operating on a 2:1 FIFO roster, you will work closely with stakeholders and a dedicated project team, using your leadership and technical skills to achieve results and deliver lasting benefits for the local community.

About You

You are an experienced project leader with a strong background in civil construction and a proven ability to manage complex works from start to finish. You are confident working in remote or challenging environments and understand the importance of planning safety and quality at every stage. You have a sound knowledge of contracts and commercial management and are comfortable building strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and your team. You lead by example, supporting and mentoring those around you while keeping delivery on track. A relevant tertiary qualification and previous experience managing sizeable civil or airfield packages will set you up for success in this role.

Skills & Experience To Be Successful
  • Proven experience managing complex civil or infrastructure projects from planning through to handover
  • Strong understanding of safety, quality, and commercial requirements on large scale works
  • Confident working in remote or challenging environments with tight timelines
  • Ability to lead, mentor and develop high performing project teams
  • Skilled in stakeholder engagement and subcontractor management
  • Solid knowledge of contracts, specifications and industry standards
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in engineering, construction or related discipline
  • Experience delivering airfield or defence projects highly regarded
On Offer
  • Career defining opportunity on a unique and high profile project
  • FIFO roster to the Cocos Islands on a 2:1 swing
  • Competitive salary package with benefits
  • Supportive and values driven culture focused on safety and collaboration
  • Tailored training, leadership development and industry partnerships
  • Flexible work options and strong focus on employee wellbeing
  • Access to corporate health programs, insurance discounts and retailer offers
  • Chance to make a lasting impact on local communities while growing your career
To Apply

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.

Contact: Reece Saldaris – or

All applications will be reviewed, and treated with care and confidentiality.

Seniority level
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
  • Construction
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