Project Director

About the Opportunity

We're looking for an experienced project director who brings deep contract administration or superintendent expertise and a passion for delivering complex, high‑value projects.

About Company

Join an employee‑owned business of 300+ professionals delivering Australia and New Zealand’s most significant social infrastructure projects — hospitals, universities, transport hubs, schools, correctional facilities, and more.

What sets us apart?

A genuine, family‑feel culture built on being professional, collaborative, accountable, genuine & unpretentious. Exciting project pipeline — including $1B+ health precincts and a $12B portfolio across major capital projects. Career pathways, L&D and senior mentorship from industry leaders across ANZ. Competitive salary, discretionary increases, and company‑provided phone & laptop. 4‑month paid primary carer leave and a vibrant social environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead client-side project governance, aligning business objectives with project delivery outcomes
• Lead procurement and delivery phases, including tendering, contract execution, construction, and commissioning
• Oversee contract administration, including RFIs, variations, superintendent’s directions, payment schedules, and defect management
• Lead financial performance, including forecasting, cost control, revenue management, and reporting

About You

We’re seeking a project director who thrives on complexity and can lead multiple commissions, manage stakeholder relationships, and drive strategic project outcomes from feasibility through to practical completion. You’ll oversee project teams, ensuring delivery across scope, cost, quality, and program.

Eligibility

What You Bring: Technical & Leadership Strengths

• Strong background in Contract Administration or Superintendent roles - ideally on large health or complex social infrastructure projects.
• Minimum 7+ years in project management or client-side delivery roles.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor high-performing teams.
• Confidence working at senior executive, steering committee and PCG levels.
• Skill in client engagement, business development, and relationship building.

Benefits

• Influence major public outcomes
• Strengthen client trust
• Mentor the next generation
• Play a pivotal role in Johnstaff’s continued growth in the ANZ health and infrastructure sector

Ready to step into a defining career move?

Apply with your PDF résumé, and our team will be in touch. Learn more about life at Johnstaff: www.johnstaff.com.au

Please note: We are not engaging recruitment agencies or accepting unsolicited CVs for this role.