Civil Construction Manager

3 days ago


Howard Springs Northern Territory, Australia DCT Australia Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Civil Construction Manager

DCT Australia is a growing civil construction company based in the Northern Territory, delivering a broad range of civil and construction projects for both government and private sector clients.

Our capabilities include subdivisions, earthworks, road construction, hydraulic infrastructure works, and residential and commercial building projects.

With a strong focus on quality, safety, and local engagement, DCT Australia continues to build a reputation as a trusted partner in the delivery of infrastructure across the region.

DCT Australia is in an exciting growth phase and is seeking an experienced Civil Construction Manager to help drive that expansion both operationally and commercially.

This is a leadership role for someone who can build the workforce, manage projects, and ensure financial performance turning plans into results.

About the Role

You'll take ownership of day-to-day civil operations while also driving workforce expansion and cost efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project delivery, resource planning, and contract management with the ability to recruit and lead teams across multiple sites.

This is a hands-on leadership role, suited to someone who can balance field work with project and financial oversight ensuring DCT Australia delivers quality, safety and profitability across our projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and deliver civil projects safely, on time, and within budget
  • Recruit, coordinate, and manage workforce and subcontractors
  • Oversee plant, equipment, and material allocation across projects
  • Manage and negotiate contracts, ensuring compliance and profitability
  • Maintain cost control and monitor project budgets, invoicing, and reporting
  • Build workforce capacity and structure for long-term growth
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders
  • Implement and uphold company systems for safety, quality, and performance
  • Support estimating, tendering, and business development efforts

What We're Looking For

  • Proven experience managing civil construction projects from start to finish
  • Experience tendering and delivering Government projects between $10 - $50 million
  • Strong leadership skills ability to recruit, mobilise, and lead teams
  • Sound understanding of contract administration and cost management
  • Experience with project budgets, progress claims, and financial reporting
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Strong background in subdivisions, earthworks, road construction and hydraulic infrastructure works
  • Solid understanding of plant and equipment utilisation
  • Practical, hands-on leader who can make decisions and get things done

What We Offer

  • Senior role with real influence over company direction and growth
  • Competitive salary package + vehicle + phone + performance incentives
  • Opportunity to build and shape your own team

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