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Project Director


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Location : Thebarton, South Australia


Created : 2026-03-24


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Project Director (Commercial and Landside Infrastructure) Deliver iconic projects at Adelaide Airport Precincts and shape the future of South Australia''s gateway to the world.Lead projects within a $1 billion capital infrastructure portfolioJoin a progressive, commercially sophisticated infrastructure clientDrive long term master program delivery outcomes across Adelaide and Parafield Airport PrecinctsAdelaide Airport Ltd (AAL) is an internationally recognised, awardwinning organisation operating within a dynamic aviation environment. As the gateway to South Australia, Adelaide Airport is the fifth largest airport in Australia and continues to invest heavily in infrastructure, technology and commercial development.Adelaide Airport operates with strong financial capability and a long horizon investment strategy. The organisation has announced a $1 billion capital investment program spanning aviation infrastructure upgrades, terminal enhancements, airfield developments, technology transformation and significant commercial property projects across both Adelaide and Parafield Airport precincts.With full control across planning, funding and delivery, Adelaide Airport has built a reputation for progressive precinct development, commercial agility and design excellence. This is a rare opportunity to join a highly engaged and high performing infrastructure team at a pivotal stage of growth.The Role As Project Director, you will provide executive leadership across capital works projects within Adelaide Airport''s expanding portfolio. You will take strategic ownership from feasibility and business case development through to procurement, construction and operational integration.Key responsibilities include:Setting project strategy, governance frameworks and delivery modelsLeading procurement strategy and head contractor engagementOverseeing commercial performance, risk management and program controlManaging complex stakeholder relationships across all partners, government and regulatorsEnsuring seamless integration of works within live operational precinct environmentsAligning project delivery with long term master planning and commercial objectivesThe Like Mind You will be an experienced infrastructure Project Delivery Manager with a proven track record delivering capital projects in complex operation environments.You will bring:Significant experience delivering large-scale commercial or infrastructure projectsStrong experience in delivering portfolios and programsStrong commercial acumen and governance expertiseExperience operating within live operational environmentsExceptional executive level stakeholder management capabilityThe ability to balance strategic vision with disciplined project executionWhy Adelaide Airport Adelaide Airport is widely regarded as one of Australia''s most progressive airport operators, combining aviation excellence with sophisticated property and precinct development capability.With a clear long term master plan, strong capital backing and an engaged leadership team, this is an opportunity to play a defining role in shaping the next generation of infrastructure that connects South Australia to the world.How to Apply For a confidential discussion, contact Anna Roussos on 08 7073 6872 or click APPLY.All communication and your resume are treated strictly confidential and will be kept completely private until we have discussed the role, and you are comfortable moving forward with the opportunity.#J-18808-Ljbffr