Area Manager
LH Partners
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Lead major mining & civil projects across QLD
Drive regional growth with a respected contractor
Mentor project teams and shape regional strategy
Position Description
Role: Area Manager – Mining & Civil
Location: Bowen Basin (preferred), with flexibility for Central/North QLD or Brisbane-based candidates
Reporting to: Director and Operations Manager
Package: $240,000–$260,000 + Super + Vehicle (flexible for the right candidate)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Company
This well-established civil and mining contractor has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions across regional Queensland. With a robust pipeline of work, a modern plant fleet, and a commitment to safety and performance, the business is entering a growth phase and is seeking to expand its senior leadership capability.
This is a rare opportunity to join a dynamic and respected contractor at a senior level, with genuine influence over project outcomes, client relationships, and regional strategy.
Role Overview
As Area Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing a portfolio of mining and civil infrastructure projects across the Bowen Basin and surrounding regions. You will provide leadership to Project Managers and delivery teams, maintain strong client relationships, and play a key role in identifying and securing new business opportunities.
This is a senior operational role with strategic importance, offering the autonomy to shape project delivery while contributing directly to business development in the region.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support a team of 2–3 Project Managers across concurrent civil and mining projects.
- Act as the primary client contact in the region, representing the business professionally and building long-term relationships.
- Secure repeat and new business through proactive engagement, tender input, and relationship management.
- Oversee project delivery to ensure safety, quality, cost, and program performance.
- Collaborate with internal teams across estimating, contracts, and plant to resource and mobilise works effectively.
- Provide commercial oversight including variations, forecasting, and margin protection.
- Mentor and support project teams to foster capability and culture.
- Contribute to regional strategy and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ideal Candidate Profile
You are a commercially minded construction professional with a strong track record in delivering mining infrastructure or civil works under head contract arrangements. You’re just as comfortable walking a site as you are engaging with senior stakeholders. You understand the dynamics of regional delivery, and thrive on leading teams, securing work, and making things happen.
Experience & Qualifications
- 10+ years’ experience in civil contracting or mining infrastructure.
- Proven success in delivering and/or managing projects across mining, infrastructure, or bulk earthworks.
- Strong client-facing skills with an ability to win work and foster repeat business.
- Solid understanding of project financials and contract administration.
- Engineering, Construction Management or related qualifications (preferred but not essential).
- Ideal candidate would be from Central or Northern QLD. Candidates from Brisbane will also be considered with appropriate travel flexibility.
What’s on Offer
- Senior role with strategic input and autonomy.
- Competitive executive-level package with flexibility on location.
- Opportunity to shape a growing business regionally.
- Supportive leadership team and flat reporting structure.
- Career progression into regional or executive leadership.
How to apply
If you are interested in finding out more about this position, please reach out directly to Lewis Houghton