Principal Consultant – Construction Materials

SLR Consulting

. Lead complex projects across the quarrying and construction materials sector, ensuring technical excellence, commercial performance, and successful client outcomes .

Posted 11/8/2026full-timeMelbourne • AustraliaLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex projects within the quarrying and construction materials sector, with a strong focus on client relationship management, regulatory compliance, and strategic advisory. Proven ability to mentor technical staff and contribute to business development initiatives.

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Tertiary Qualification In Geology10+ Years Experience In QuarryingProject Financial ManagementStrong Knowledge Of Victorian Regulatory FrameworkMentoring Technical Staff

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Hard Skills

Quarry PlanningProposal PreparationOperational ImprovementsResource AssessmentsDue Diligence InvestigationsTechnical Report WritingClient Relationship ManagementBusiness DevelopmentProject ManagementRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationClient EngagementMentoringCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Construction MaterialsExtractive IndustriesEnvironmental ConsiderationsVictorian Quarrying SectorMineral Resources (Sustainable Development) ActPlanning Permit ApplicationsQuarry ApprovalsStrategic AdvisoryMultidisciplinary TeamsProfessional Associations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead complex projects across the quarrying and construction materials sector, ensuring technical excellence, commercial performance, and successful client outcomes
Provide strategic advice to clients on quarry planning, approvals, licensing, resource development, operational improvements, and regulatory requirements
Act as a trusted technical advisor on construction materials, extractive industries, and associated environmental and planning considerations
Develop and maintain client relationships, identifying opportunities for business growth and repeat work
Prepare and review high-quality technical reports, proposals, and submissions for clients, regulators, and stakeholders
Lead proposal development and tender submissions, contributing to business development and market growth initiatives
Mentor and develop consultants across the CMS team, supporting capability uplift and knowledge sharing
Collaborate nationally with multidisciplinary teams across planning, environment, engineering, and advisory services

Requirements

What you’ll need

Tertiary qualification in Geology, Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, Earth Sciences, Natural Resources, or a related discipline
Approximately 10+ years’ experience within the quarrying, construction materials, mining, consulting, or related sectors
Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary projects and managing client relationships
Strong commercial acumen, including project financial management, proposal preparation, and business development
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, regulators, and stakeholders
Proven ability to mentor and develop technical staff
A strong professional network within the quarrying, construction materials, or related industries
Demonstrated experience working within the Victorian quarrying sector advantageous
Strong knowledge of the Victorian legislative and regulatory framework governing extractive industries, including the Mineral Resources (Sustainable Development) Act (MRSDA) and associated approval processes advantageous
Experience supporting Work Plans, planning permit applications, quarry approvals, resource assessments, due diligence investigations, or operational improvement initiatives advantageous
Existing relationships with quarry operators, government agencies, and industry stakeholders advantageous
Recognised industry profile through professional associations, technical presentations, publications, or industry leadership activities advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible hybrid work environment
Defined career progression framework
Diverse, friendly and expert team
Collaboration with local and national teams
Career development through mentoring and capability uplift