Senior Project Manager / Project Manager | Aviation & Infrastructure

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Turner & Townsend seeks a proactive Senior or Project Manager to join its Aviation & Infrastructure team in Melbourne. The role delivers live projects with focus on procurement, contract administration, risk management and stakeholder coordination across disciplines, while upholding safety and quality. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in infrastructure delivery, preferably Tier 2, with MEP or Fire knowledge and familiarity with AS contracts; multi-project oversight; and experience using MS Project and Aconex. Tips for applicants: tailor your CV to show delivery and risk mitigation, demonstrate close-out success, and mentor graduates, aligning with our inclusive culture. Apply via our site, no agency fees, and mention aviation exposure if relevant.

Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. 

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, defence, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. 

Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. 

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. 

Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com 

Job Description

As a Project Manager within our Infrastructure team, you will play a key role in expanding our delivery capacity and contributing to the success and reputation of Turner & Townsend.

• Project Delivery – Manage diverse projects across disciplines, ensuring outcomes align with client expectations and safety standards.
• Stakeholder Coordination – Build strong relationships with client stakeholders to support project success and future opportunities.
• Procurement Management – Lead contract drafting, tendering, bid analysis and award processes in line with client procedures.
• Contract Administration – Oversee compliance, payment processing and change management for consultants and contractors.
• Risk & Issue Mitigation – Identify risks early and implement strategies to minimise disruption and ensure smooth delivery.
• Quality Assurance – Coordinate design and construction teams to maintain high standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Safety Leadership – Ensure all works are delivered safely, protecting workers, employees and the public.
• Team Contribution – Foster a positive team culture and support Graduate PMs with guidance and mentorship.

Qualifications

We’re looking for a proactive, mid to high-level Project Manager with 2–5 years of experience and a passion for infrastructure delivery.

• Construction Experience – Proven track record in live operational environments, ideally within Tier 2 contractor settings.
• Technical Knowledge – Understanding of building systems including MEP and Fire services. Electrical knowledge will be very highly regarded. 
• Contract Expertise – Familiarity with AS suite contracts and their administration.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Strong communication and coordination skills across multiple departments.
• Project Close-Out – Demonstrated ability to efficiently finalise projects and documentation.
• Multi-Project Management – Capable of handling concurrent projects at varying stages.
• Software Proficiency – Experience with MS Project and Aconex is preferable.
• Sector Experience – Aviation sector exposure is desirable but not essential.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. 

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/

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