Project Manager | Structural Construction

Apply Job no: EFCH6 Lead a major structural steel replacement & stabilisation package, 370m underground Bring industrial construction expertise to a landmark project for a trusted contractor Competitive salary with FIFO/DIDO flexibility on a 2:1 roster Want a better career, a real team and an employer you trust? Get it done at M2P M2P was built to do engineering differently: to think smarter, challenge what is expected and deliver complex projects with pride. That approach has taken us from a growing business to a recognised leader in structural, mechanical and piping construction across Australia. Today we deliver major SMP projects in some of the country's most demanding industries and operating environments, including underground mining and heavy industry. Our growth has never changed what matters most, which is our people. We value experience, we trust our leaders, and we bring together skilled teams that take genuine pride in delivering quality work. This is your opportunity to lead meaningful work with a successful Australian business, where your expertise will be respected, your contribution will be visible, and you will have the support to deliver. Your opportunity Project Manager Structural Underground Construction M2P Engineering | Snowy Mountains Region, NSW We have secured the Tumut 1 (T1) machine hall roof replacement and stabilisation project with Snowy Hydro, and we are looking for a Project Manager to lead delivery onsite. You will lead a peak crew of around 45, running 24 hours a day across day and night shift, working alongside the Construction Manager and Senior Project Engineer. You'll provide clear direction, coordinate project resources and collaborate with key stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes. You will oversee the project lifecycle from planning through to execution, ensuring the work is delivered safely, on time, within scope and to the required quality standards. This position is based in the Snowy Mountains region of New South Wales and offers FIFO/DIDO flexibility on a 2:1 roster (best suited for those with a home base of Brisbane or Sydney). You'll make an impact by: Leading all aspects of delivery for a complex structural and mechanical package, from fabrication and procurement, through mobilisation, to site installation. Providing clear leadership and direction to a multidisciplinary construction crew across day and night shift. Ensuring key milestones are achieved safely, on time, within scope and within budget. Identifying and managing structural construction risk in a confined, underground, high access environment. Coordinating fabrication, procurement, logistics and site resources across remote locations. Building strong working relationships with the client, delivery partners and your on-site leadership team. Developing practical solutions to overcome construction challenges as they arise. Maintaining high standards of safety, quality, communication and accountability throughout the project. What you'll bring To succeed in this role, you will have: Significant experience delivering industrial structural steel and mechanical construction projects, ideally within underground mining, oil & gas, or heavy industry. A background gained in a specialist contracting or fabrication environment. A proven ability to deliver safely, on time and within budget on complex, higher-risk packages. Strong planning and programming discipline, with hands-on experience in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project for scheduling, task tracking and resource allocation, plus strong Microsoft Excel skills. Sound commercial acumen and a firm grip on construction risk. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the leadership presence to drive accountability across a large crew. Genuine experience working FIFO or DIDO, and a willingness to travel to site. Availability to work a 2:1 roster in the Snowy Mountains, and to be based on site when the project is mobilised. We welcome applications from senior project engineers ready to step into a project management role, as well as from experienced project managers. Ideally, you will also have: A mechanical engineering background (preferred, not essential). Direct underground construction experience, or time spent in confined, operational or high risk environments. A practical, solutions-focused approach to resolving complex construction challenges. Why M2P Engineering? We've come a long way since starting out in 2017. Right from the beginning, we brought a different approach to engineering construction in the mining, industrial and marine sectors. A better way, built on smarter thinking and real care - about the job, the client and the team. First, we punched above our weight. Now, we're up there, toe to toe with the biggest and oldest in the industry. And we're proud to compete and win. So, what can you expect from a career with us? Well, it's about three things: Work. The way it should be. We take pride in quality work, completed to spec and on time. Things can't always go according to plan, of course, but we're proud to exceed expectations and deliver on what we promise. Your career. The way it should be. With so many interesting projects to get stuck into, there's ongoing work and a stable future here. Just give it a solid go, do the job well, and we'll look after you. A real team. The way it should be. You'll work shoulder to shoulder with an honest, reliable and respectful team. We're mates looking after mates, and when the going gets tough, that's when we step up for you the most. You'll also enjoy a range of other benefits: Project Incentive Payments Flights (from most Australian airports), accommodation and meals provided while on roster. Access to salary packaging. Confidential wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Ready for your career, the way it should be? Get it done at M2P. At M2P, we appreciate the time and effort it takes to apply for a role. That's why we respond to all candidates, regardless of their application outcome. Published on 10 Aug 2026, 5:12 AM