Project Contract Managers

At Main Roads, we are committed to delivering a world-class road network and creating positive, lasting impacts for WA communities. We play a critical role in overseeing the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of major roads and highways across the State. This includes managing traffic flow, ensuring road safety, and supporting infrastructure projects to improve transport efficiency.

As we continue to grow and improve, we are seeking a number of experienced Project/Contract Managers to join our supportive and driven Pilbara Region Team based in South Hedland. These positions offer an excellent opportunity to advance or commence your career in a role within State Government. Our environment encourages people to improve business practices and actively contribute to the strategic direction of the region and Main Roads. 

What We Offer

You will have the option to work either a 37.5-hour or 40-hour regular work week, and also the choice to work an extra 5 hours per week of commuted overtime.

While the role is primarily Monday to Friday depending on the project you are assigned to it may require you working on remote sites across the region which attract a range of additional benefits – including overtime, meal and travel allowances.

For a 37.5-hour work week, you will receive a competitive salary of $132,643 - $145,490 per annum inclusive of commuted overtime. If you choose to work a 40-hour week the salary will be $141,487 - $155,190 per annum inclusive of commuted overtime plus 12% superannuation. The appointment in the salary range will be dependent on experience. As part of this generous salary, you will also be entitled to receive an additional 5 days of annual leave (northwest leave) and travel days or have the option to an annual percentage of 3.5% pay out in lieu of northwest leave and travel days.

In addition to the above the following may be available to new employees:

• Substantial district/location allowance.
• Main Roads will provide housing in Port Hedland at a highly subsidised rate consistent with the Government Regional Officer Housing Scheme.

• Annual leave travel concession (reimbursement of return airfares to Perth once per annum).
• Generous power subsidies
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities
• Health and Wellbeing focus.

All specific conditions will be confirmed at the time with the successful applicant. 

About the role

At Main Roads, you can have a challenging, flexible and rewarding career that takes you exactly where you want to go with an organisation who supports a healthy work-life balance to assist with what is important to you.

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Leading the planning, delivery, and review of projects, ensuring outcomes meet scope, budget, schedule, quality, and compliance requirements.
• Developing and managing project documentation, including project plans, quality plans, inspection and test plans, resource allocations, and financial controls.
• Overseeing contract procurement, tendering, administration, contractor performance, variations, claims, and payment processes.
• Supervising project and contract management teams, ensuring effective resource utilisation, staff performance, and capability development.
• Building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships through consultation, negotiation, and collaboration with customers, contractors, consultants, government agencies, and community representatives.

• Able and willing to undertake regional travel via air and on road, to work with teams in some of our remote regional projects and camps. This travel will require you to work away from home for overnight stays.
  
  

How to Apply:

Please submit the following as part of your application:

1. A comprehensive CV demonstrating your relevant knowledge, skills and experience within the context of the Job Role Statement.
2. A statement demonstrating your considerable skill, knowledge and experience in the following four (4) criteria in no more than three (3) pages:

• Road and/or bridge construction and development.
• Project and contract management.
• Building and enhancing stakeholder relationships.
• Financial and commercial management.

For questions about the role, please contact Alan Davies on (08) 9158 4381 not to be contacted for assistance with application.

General Enquires and Support:

We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible to everyone, including people with disability.  If you require any adjustments in the selection process due to circumstances including disability, health conditions, neurodiversity, caring responsibilities, cultural requirements, please let us know - we’re here to support you. Any information you share will be treated respectfully and confidentially and requesting assistance won’t affect your application or employment opportunities.

For any general enquires, or if you have any support of access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternative format for submitting your application), contact John McKelvie on (08) 9323 6173 or email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au

If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, including if you are experiencing issues with the Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or send an e-mail to ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com.

Once you are ready, click the ‘apply’ button. Allow plenty of time to complete and submit your online application as late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.

We're building a diverse workforce

At Main Roads, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. 

We are a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a registered Disability Confident Recruiter, a member of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity, and guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Apply now to join us!

Additional Information 

All selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be tested throughout the selection process. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete a National Police Clearance and pre-employment medical assessment as part of this recruitment process.

Applicants deemed as suitable for but not appointed to this role may also be considered for appointment to “similar vacancies” subject to business requirements.