UGL is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Australia to lead the successful delivery of major infrastructure, engineering, or maintenance projects. The role typically requires substantial experience managing complex projects, budgets, schedules, contracts, risks, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary teams. Candidates are expected to demonstrate strong leadership, commercial awareness, stakeholder communication, safety commitment, and knowledge of Australian construction or infrastructure standards. Relevant tertiary qualifications in engineering, construction, project management, or a related discipline are generally preferred, along with proven experience delivering projects from planning through completion. The successful candidate will be accountable for project performance, client relationships, quality outcomes, and compliance with UGL and legislative requirements.
UGL is a leading Australian engineering and infrastructure services company and part of the CIMIC Group. It delivers design, construction, operations, maintenance, asset management, and upgrade services across transport, rail, energy, resources, water, defence, and public infrastructure. UGL works with government agencies, major corporations, and private-sector clients on complex, long-term projects throughout Australia. The company employs multidisciplinary teams including engineers, project managers, tradespeople, technicians, and corporate professionals. Its work is generally focused on safe delivery, sustainability, operational reliability, innovation, and strong client partnerships. Employees may have opportunities to work on nationally significant infrastructure programs and develop careers across different industries and locations. UGL promotes an inclusive workplace and places considerable emphasis on health, safety, environmental performance, quality, and professional development.
Australia offers strong opportunities for project managers in infrastructure, rail, energy, construction, resources, defence, and public works, particularly in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and regional project hubs. Workplace culture is generally practical, collaborative, safety-focused, and relatively direct, with importance placed on reliability and work-life balance. Lifestyle varies from busy city living to relaxed regional communities, with excellent beaches, outdoor activities, and diverse food and cultural experiences. Skilled professionals may need an employer-sponsored visa, such as the Skills in Demand visa, or another eligible skilled migration pathway. Requirements depend on occupation, qualifications, experience, English ability, health, and character checks. Before relocating, applicants should research registration requirements, taxation, housing costs, healthcare, schools, and local transport. Employer sponsorship and relocation assistance may be available but should be confirmed during recruitment.
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