Construction Project Manager

Full Job Description
The Benefits

• $125,000–$140,000 salary, depending on experience
• Company vehicle and fuel card OR vehicle allowance (depending on the agreed employment package.)
• Company phone and laptop
• Flexible, family-oriented working environment
• Real career progression as the business keeps growing
• Backing from an established ops, PM, site and admin team
• Projects that deliver meaningful social outcomes as well as great buildings

The Client
Think award-winning, Aboriginal-owned Perth builder with a strong reputation and a full order book. They work across education, health, heritage, policing, commercial and government projects, from metro Perth to regional and remote WA. Due to continued growth, they need an experienced Project Manager who wants to take real ownership and become part of a close-knit, values-driven team.

The Position
You’ll run your commercial construction projects from award and mobilisation through to completion and handover, owning the program, the numbers, the subbies, the client relationship and everything in between.

Key Responsibilities

• Take projects from award and mobilisation right through to handover
• Build and manage programs, budgets and resources
• Keep the financials tight: forecasting, cost control, variations, claims and reporting
• Procure subbies, materials and services with a sharp eye on value
• Review scopes, drawings, specs and contracts
• Be the go-to for clients and key stakeholders throughout the project
• Spot issues early and sort them before they become problems
• Lead and support Site Managers and Supervisors
• Keep safety front and centre, with WHS, SWMS and JSAs followed on site
• Get out on site for inspections, quality and compliance checks
• Keep documentation, reporting and handover requirements in order
• Mentor the team and help drive the business forward

The Criteria
Ideally you’ll bring:

• Proven experience managing commercial construction projects
• Relevant building, construction, project management or trade qualifications
• Strong commercial and financial management skills
• Hands-on experience with budgets, procurement, variations and claims
• The ability to juggle multiple projects without dropping a ball
• Solid knowledge of construction methodology and sequencing
• A sound grasp of WHS and safety documentation
• Strong contract administration and reporting skills
• Confidence dealing with clients, consultants and subbies
• Good tech skills across construction/PM software and Microsoft Office
• A collaborative, lead-by-example style
• A current Australian driver’s licence and Construction White Card

Experience in government, education, health, refurbishment or fit-out projects is a big plus.

Please call Kaylie Pinniger on [0494 122613](tel:0494 122613) at Gough Recruitment or simply hit APPLY NOW.

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