Project Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the planning, coordination and delivery of a construction project, ensuring the project is completed safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

This is a site-based, project-focused role with potential for ongoing work across future projects.

The successful candidate will provide leadership to the Site Manager and project team while managing project resources, programme, commercial performance, quality, safety and client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of construction projects
• Manage and support Site Managers, subcontractors, and project teams
• Monitor project progress, programme, budgets, forecasts and cash flow
• Manage project risks, variations, extensions of time, delays and contractual claims
• Coordinate resources, materials, procurement and project requirements
• Ensure compliance with WHS legislation, safety plans, environmental requirements and company policies
• Promote a strong safety culture
• Ensure works comply with drawings, specifications and quality standards
• Maintain project records, QA documentation, defects, NCRs and handover requirements
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors and key stakeholders
• Monitor progress, productivity, quality and site construction activities

Requirements:

Essential:

• Proven experience in construction project management, site management or supervision
• Strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing and processes
• Sound knowledge of WHS legislation and site safety systems
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong leadership, communication, commercial and organisational skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and project requirements under pressure
• White Card (or equivalent safety certification)

Desirable:

• Degree or Diploma in Construction Management, Engineering or related field
• Experience delivering commercial and/or agricultural construction projects
• Contract administration experience
• Experience using construction or project management software

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to attend the Bendigo office for a period, prior to project commencement of the project.