Project Manager Albury to Illabo (A2I) - Contract Role

About the Role

We are recruiting an experienced Project Manager to lead the Albury to Illabo (A2I) rail infrastructure project, one of Australia's largest freight rail developments. This fixed-term contract runs until December 2027 and follows a 10 days on, 4 days off FIFO/DIDO roster based in Wagga Wagga.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the safe and efficient delivery of major rail infrastructure construction works.
• Ensure project objectives across scope, schedule, budget, quality, environmental, and safety standards are met.
• Manage and coordinate contractors to resolve construction and engineering challenges.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, and project teams to deliver practical and cost-effective outcomes.
• Engage stakeholders including contractors, consultants, government agencies, and communities.
• Monitor risks, track progress and milestones, and report with recommendations to leadership.
• Support complex rail works delivery while maintaining operational readiness and stakeholder trust.

Candidate Profile

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Demonstrated project management expertise in major infrastructure, construction, or rail projects.
• Strong knowledge of rail environments, possession planning, and intricate construction delivery.
• Experience overseeing contractors, managing budgets, assessing risks, and building stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, leadership and commercial skills suited to a dynamic project setting.
• Eligible for Engineers Australia membership.
• Holds a current Class C Driver’s Licence.

Organizational Culture & Benefits

• You will contribute to a significant national rail project supporting job creation and regional economic growth.
• Inland Rail emphasizes gender diversity with over 40% female workforce representation and aims for further improvement.
• We promote an Agile work environment with state-of-the-art facilities and flexible working conditions.
• Our core values include Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, fostering an inclusive and supportive culture.
• We welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds and are an equal opportunity employer encouraging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.

Additional Information

Applicants will undergo pre-employment checks including criminal history, references, medical assessments, and drug and alcohol testing as Inland Rail maintains a drug-and-alcohol-free workplace.