Project Manager

Make it yours
Experience the excitement of building your career in our evolving construction company where people and performance make amazing things happen.

Who We Are
We're Wamarra, an Aboriginal-owned and operated civil and landscaping contractor creating meaningful long-term economic independence and career opportunities for Aboriginal people and their communities.

As a self-performing contractor, we work across a range of sectors, strengthening Aboriginal participation and engagement within the construction industry.

Partnering with Symal, a national construction group, we're building better futures, together.

The role:

With our workbook growing in the region, Wamarra are seeking a leader, in the form of a Project Manager, to join our business and spearhead our work in hand, as well as take the lead on tenders within the region. This is a leadership position, offering a unique and rare opportunity to support the continued expansion of Wamarra into NSW.

Your day to day will look like the following:

• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and schedules to ensure project milestones are met.
• Lead and coordinate project teams, assigning tasks and ensuring effective communication among team members.
• Monitor project budgets, track expenses, and ensure projects stay within financial constraints.
• Identify potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and implement solutions to address issues as they arise.
• Maintain regular communication with stakeholders, providing updates on project progress and addressing any concerns or feedback.

Who are you?

• Relevant bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
• Several years of experience, preferably in leading and delivering similar style of projects greater than $5mil.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello) and familiarity with methodologies like Agile or Scrum.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, including the ability to motivate and guide team members.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective stakeholder management and reporting.

A career with us
At Wamarra, we're more than a workplace—we're a purpose-driven team where your culture, career and community matter. Whether you're starting out or stepping up, you'll find a culturally safe space to develop, with genuine support every step of the way.

There are plenty of good reasons to dig into a career at Wamarra.

• Forge pathways: We open doors to diverse, challenging and future-shaping construction projects to expand your experience and develop your career.
• Get ahead: Feel supported from day one—with mentoring, leadership and hands-on opportunities to build skills, find your path and create a lasting impact with confidence. Upskill with practical, project-based training, individually tailored to suit your skills, experience and goals.
• Keep well: A healthy and happy workplace builds a brighter future. With wellness benefits, discounted health insurance, a perks and rewards platform and an industry-leading employee assistance program, we're here to support you when you need it.
• Stay social: People are the core of Wamarra. Our leading-edge work and breakout spaces stocked with snacks bring the best out of our teams and keep them fuelled for their next challenge, while our social calendar is stacked with events to connect, celebrate and reward our mob.

Diversity of thought fuels our progress
As a business that exists to create long-term careers and lasting change for First Nations people in construction, we're committed to opening doors for any individuals who may not see a traditional entry point into the construction industry. We're empowering women to thrive in construction through Shine and championing veteran career transitions through Resolve - helping you build a future where you belong.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and individuals from diverse cultural and life experiences are encouraged to apply.