Site Manager - Civil

Job description

Location: Canberra, ACT Work Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 + Super (Negotiable based on experience) About the Role We are looking for an experienced, local Civil Site Supervisor who knows the Canberra landscape inside and out. If you have a proven track record of delivering residential or commercial subdivisions from breaking ground to final handover. You will be the driving force on-site, managing subcontractors, ensuring strict adherence to TCCS (Transport Canberra and City Services) standards, and keeping projects on time, on budget, and safe. Key Responsibilities

On-Site Leadership: Oversee daily operations, manage subbies, and coordinate plant, equipment, and materials.

Compliance & Standards : Ensure all works meet strict ACT government specifications, particularly TCCS, Icon Water, and Evoenergy requirements. Safety First: Maintain a zero-harm site culture, managing WHS compliance, site inductions, and risk assessments. Quality & Progress : Monitor project milestones, solve on-site engineering challenges, and drive QA documentation.

Stakeholder Management : Act as the primary point of contact for clients, superintendents, and local authorities during site inspections.

What We Are Looking For

Canberra Subdivision Experience: Minimum 3-5+ years supervising civil subdivision projects specifically within the ACT.

Local Knowledge: Strong understanding of local council/TCCS approvals, Icon Water standards, and ACT civil compliance.

Leadership Skills: A natural leader who knows how to motivate crews, manage subbies firmly but fairly, and keep a site running smoothly.

Qualifications: White Card, Asbestos Awareness, and Silica Awareness (essential for ACT). A Cert IV in Civil Construction Supervision or a trade background is highly regarded.

Valid Driver's License: Unrestricted Australian driver's license.

If you have the above experience and interested to have a confidential chat please click "APPLY NOW" or you alternatively call me on 0419 013 883 or email you your updated CV to

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Job Summary

  • Published on: 17 Jul, 2026
  • Category: Construction
  • Vacancy: 2
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Salary: >$100,000
  • Location: Canberra, ACT 2600
  • Job Nature: Full Time

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