At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead major rail infrastructure projects and manage project delivery from planning to handover.
- Company: CJC Commercial, a trusted leader in civil and structural engineering solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a diverse work environment.
- Other info: Join a forward-thinking team that celebrates diversity and offers excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on Australia's rail infrastructure while working with top industry professionals.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering or Project Management with 10+ years in rail infrastructure.
The predicted salary is between 94500 - 115500 $ per year.
CJC Commercial (CJC) is a leading team of specialists who bring global project experience and deliver expert civil and structural engineering solutions.
Our advice is trusted and highly sought after by both government and non-government clients.
We pride ourselves on our attention to detail, precision, and quality control values that underpin everything we do.
Working in partnership with a range of delivery agencies, we provide technical and commercial support across all stages of infrastructure and building projects, both in Australia and internationally.
About the Role
CJC Management is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support major rail infrastructure projects across Australia.
This role sits within a client-side advisory and project delivery environment, working with government agencies, operators, contractors, designers and delivery partners.
The role is suited to a senior rail professional with strong project delivery, stakeholder management, governance and constructability experience.
You will support clients through planning, procurement, design development, delivery, commissioning and handover.
This role can be based in Sydney or Brisbane and may involve travel depending on project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead project management and advisory services across major rail infrastructure projects.
- Manage project scope, programme, budget, risk, governance and reporting requirements.
- Support clients through planning, procurement, design, delivery and handover stages.
- Coordinate stakeholders across government, operators, contractors, designers and consultants.
- Lead constructability reviews, delivery planning and staging input.
- Manage project controls, reporting, risk registers and board or client reporting packs.
- Support procurement strategy, tender evaluation and contract administration.
- Provide leadership across safety, quality, programme and stakeholder outcomes.
- Mentor mid-level project managers and support team capability.
- Contribute to client relationships, bids and business development activity.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Degree qualified in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management or a related discipline.
- Relevant professional accreditation advantageous, including AIPM, Engineers Australia or equivalent.
- 10+ years’ experience in rail infrastructure, transport or major project delivery.
- Strong client-side, consultancy or advisory background preferred.
- Experience across planning, procurement, design management, construction or commissioning.
- Strong understanding of rail systems, civil works, staging, access and operational interfaces.
- Strong stakeholder management capability.
- Experience working with government clients, operators or major infrastructure authorities.
- Strong commercial, programme and risk management capability.
- Confident leading meetings, preparing reports and advising senior stakeholders.
At CJC, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
CJC Management (CJC) are looking for experienced personnel to join our rapidly growing, forward thinking team. Please fill out the form below and attach any relevant documentation.
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Senior Project Manager – Rail employer: CJC Management
CJC Commercial is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, making it an ideal place for Senior Project Managers in the rail sector. With a strong commitment to employee growth, CJC offers opportunities for professional development and mentorship, ensuring that team members can thrive in their careers while contributing to impactful infrastructure projects across Australia. Located in vibrant cities like Sydney and Brisbane, employees enjoy a dynamic work environment with the added benefit of engaging with diverse stakeholders in both government and private sectors.
