Construction Manager

Location: Melbourne
Discipline: Construction
Salary: AUDUp to $215k package
Contact name: John Bailey

Contact email: jbailey@bluestonerecruitment.com
Job ref: 1058668
Published: 10 days ago
Join a growing Tier 3 builder delivering a variety of rail projects and ancillary works across Melbourne’s rail network. As Rail Sector Lead, you’ll oversee a tight-knit team delivering rail-adjacent civil and commercial projects, acting as the primary interface with clients, authorities, and stakeholders. You'll provide leadership, ensure compliance, and drive delivery outcomes across multiple active sites.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead end-to-end delivery of rail and transport infrastructure projects (typically $1m–$5m in value).
  • Manage and mentor a team of Project Managers, Coordinators and Site Supervisors.
  • Liaise with VicTrack, MTM, LXRP and other stakeholders to ensure compliant and smooth delivery.
  • Monitor program, cost, safety, and quality across multiple projects.
  • Ensure all works within or near the rail corridor meet operational and safety standards.
  • Assist pre-construction with tendering, resourcing and methodology input.
  • Represent the business in authority meetings, audits, and client briefings.
  • Promote a culture of collaboration, safety, and accountability across teams.
Requirements:
  • Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in commercial or civil construction, with strong exposure to rail projects.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, ideally with experience overseeing multiple project teams.
  • Ability to manage stakeholder relationships with government and transport authorities.
  • Familiarity with rail safety and live operational environments.
  • Trade, diploma, or degree qualifications in Construction, Civil Engineering or related fields.
What's in it for you?
  • Established pipeline of repeat rail clients (VicTrack, MTM, local councils)
  • RDO every month & WFH opportunities
  • Great culture: hands-on leadership, flexible structure, tight-knit team
  • Exposure to diverse projects: SERs, amenities, stabling yards, refurbishments
  • Long-term role with genuine career growth into senior leadership
If this appeals please apply below. Alternatively please send your CV to: jbailey@bluestonerecruitment.com or call John Bailey on 0419 344 810 for a confidential discussion.