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An experienced construction professional is required to lead the delivery of major correctional and secure-facility projects across multiple locations. This is a highly visible site leadership role, responsible for coordinating construction activities from mobilisation through to completion, while maintaining exceptional standards of safety, quality, programme and commercial performance.

The successful candidate will oversee site teams, specialist subcontractors, consultants and suppliers, ensuring that all work is delivered in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, building regulations and contractual requirements. You will act as a key point of contact for project stakeholders, providing clear progress updates and resolving issues promptly and effectively.

You will have substantial experience as a Senior Superintendent, General Superintendent, Construction Manager or similar, gained on large-scale and technically complex projects. Experience within corrections, justice, healthcare, government, defence or other secure environments would be highly advantageous.

A strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing, quality assurance, health and safety legislation and project controls is essential. You should be confident reading technical documentation, leading meetings, managing competing priorities and making sound decisions under pressure. Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills are required, together with the flexibility to travel and work on projects across different locations.

This opportunity offers the chance to contribute to landmark facilities while working within a professional, safety-focused project environment. A competitive package, development opportunities and long-term progression are available for the right candidate.

An experienced construction professional is sought for a senior leadership role delivering complex correctional and secure-sector projects across multiple locations. This is a travelling position suited to a confident operational leader who can manage large teams, coordinate specialist trades and maintain the highest standards of safety, quality and programme performance.

As Senior Superintendent, you will oversee site operations from mobilisation through to completion, ensuring works are delivered in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, contracts and regulatory requirements. You will act as a key point of contact for project management teams, consultants, subcontractors and relevant authorities, providing clear direction and timely reporting throughout the build.

You will bring substantial experience supervising complex construction projects, ideally within corrections, secure facilities, healthcare, defence, infrastructure or similarly regulated environments. A strong understanding of construction methodology, sequencing, contract administration and statutory compliance is essential, together with the ability to lead calmly in demanding circumstances.

Applicants should hold relevant construction qualifications and demonstrate excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills. The role requires regular travel and extended periods on project sites, so flexibility and a willingness to work across different locations are important. In return, you will have the opportunity to make a visible contribution to challenging, high-value projects while working within a professional and collaborative delivery team.

We are seeking an experienced Traveling Senior Superintendent to lead the delivery of complex justice and corrections construction projects across multiple locations. This role is suited to a senior construction professional with a strong background in secure facilities, institutional buildings, healthcare, or similarly complex projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high standards of safety, quality, schedule performance, and project coordination from mobilisation through completion.

Key responsibilities include providing overall field leadership; supervising general superintendents, superintendents, subcontractors, and trade partners; coordinating daily construction activities; reviewing plans, specifications, and schedules; and ensuring work is completed in accordance with contract requirements and applicable codes. You will collaborate closely with project managers, owners, design consultants, authorities, and site stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain progress. The role will also involve leading site logistics and phasing plans, coordinating inspections and testing, monitoring productivity, managing short-term schedules, documenting progress, supporting commissioning and closeout, and promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Due to the nature of justice and corrections projects, particular attention must be given to site security, controlled access, operational continuity, safety protocols, and coordination within occupied or highly regulated environments.

Applicants should have substantial experience delivering large, complex construction projects, ideally including justice, corrections, detention, courthouse, healthcare, institutional, or other secure facilities. A degree, diploma, or equivalent experience in construction management, engineering, or a related discipline is preferred. Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, building systems, contract documents, scheduling, quality control, and safety regulations is required. Excellent communication, leadership, organisation, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. This is a traveling position requiring flexibility to work on projects in different regions, stay away from home as needed, and travel regularly. A valid driving licence and the ability to pass applicable security, background, and site-access requirements are also required.