Industry Lead, Transport Infrastructure (Brisbane Metro)

About the role

KBR is looking for an experienced Industry Lead - Transport to join its Brisbane team and help grow the Roads and Highways business across the Brisbane metropolitan region. As part of the Queensland Transport leadership team, you will drive market growth, strengthen strategic client relationships and lead the pursuit and delivery of major transport opportunities, including with the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) and local government authorities. The role combines business leadership, client engagement and project delivery, with opportunities to act as Project Director or Project Manager on key transport infrastructure projects.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the growth of KBR's Roads and Highways business across the Brisbane metro region.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with TMR, local councils and key transport stakeholders.
• Identify, capture and secure major transport infrastructure opportunities, and develop pursuit and capture strategies for priority projects.
• Provide leadership and oversight across project delivery activities.
• Collaborate nationally with multidisciplinary teams across KBR.
• Support the growth of the Brisbane office through capability development and strategic recruitment, and foster a high-performing, inclusive team culture.

Required profile

• Recognised leader in Queensland's transport industry with a proven track record of developing client relationships, winning work and delivering roads and highways projects.
• 15+ years of experience in the transport infrastructure sector.
• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• RPEQ, CPEng and/or equivalent professional accreditation.
• Demonstrated success in leading pursuits and securing project opportunities, with strong relationships across TMR, local government and the Queensland transport market.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills, and a leadership style that develops people and builds capability.

What we offer

• The opportunity to influence and grow a key strategic market and take part in major Queensland roads and transport programs.
• Access to industry-leading technical specialists and project teams.
• Flexible working arrangements and career development opportunities.
• A people-first culture focused on wellbeing, inclusion and professional growth.