Job Opportunity: Senior Project Manager
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team. This role offers the ideal candidate the opportunity to leverage their connections and make a meaningful impact on iconic projects while advancing their career in a supportive and flexible environment.
The successful candidate will bring a strong technical background in land development and civil project management, proven experience leading teams of engineers and technicians, and solid financial and commercial acumen. They will be responsible for supporting projects across the entire life cycle, including design management, tendering, contract administration, financial management, project scheduling, and risk management.
In addition to their technical expertise, the ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage stakeholders effectively in a complex environment. They will also have a track record of delivering large projects and managing resources and budgets effectively.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about shaping the future of Geelong and wants to take the next step in their career. If you are a motivated and experienced project manager looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
* SUPPORT PROJECTS ACROSS THE ENTIRE LIFE CYCLE, INCLUDING DESIGN MANAGEMENT, TENDERING, CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION, FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, PROJECT SCHEDULING, AND RISK MANAGEMENT.
* PROACTIVE MARKETING AND CROSS-SELLING OF COMPANY SERVICES TO OBTAIN NEW CLIENTS/COMMISSIONS AND DEVELOP INDUSTRY RELATIONSHIPS.
* LEADING PROJECT DELIVERY BY PROVIDING MANAGEMENT SKILLS TO ENSURE THE END PRODUCTS MEET CLIENT AND STAKEHOLDER EXPECTATIONS.
* ASSIST IN REVIEWING AND NEGOTIATING CONTRACTS, AND REVIEWING EXECUTED CONTRACTS TO VERIFY TIMEFRAMES, MILESTONES, PROCEDURES, AND BUDGETS TO ACHIEVE PROJECT OUTCOMES.
* ESTABLISH PROJECT PLANS (WHERE REQUIRED) INCLUDING RESOURCING, FINANCE, RISK, AND QUALITY IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE TECHNICAL TEAM, PROJECT TECHNICAL LEADS/PROJECT ENGINEERS, PROJECT SUPPORT PERSONNEL, AND PROJECT ACCOUNTING TO ENSURE ALL ASPECTS OF THE PROJECT ARE PLANNED PRIOR TO PROJECT EXECUTION.
* PERFORM ON TECHNICALLY COMPLEX PROJECTS AND MAY ACT AS A TECHNICAL RESOURCE TO OTHER TEAM MEMBERS.
* COMPLYING WITH PROJECT CONTROLS INCLUDING, PROJECT SCHEDULING TO DEMONSTRATE DELAY AND DISRUPTION, MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRESS, COST, AND PRODUCTIVITY, PROJECT COST FORECASTING, AND MANAGEMENT OF CHANGES TO THE SCOPE OF WORK.
Qualifications:
* TERTIARY QUALIFICATION IN CIVIL ENGINEERING, PROJECT MANAGEMENT, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, OR RELEVANT TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION IS DESIRABLE.
* IDEALLY 7 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE.
* PREVIOUS CIVIL PROJECT MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE WORKING IN CIVIL PROJECTS INCLUDING STORMWATER/ROADS, LAND DEVELOPMENT, AND COUNCILS.
* PREVIOUS SUCCESS IN DELIVERING LARGE PROJECTS; UNDERTAKING DAY-TO-DAY PROJECT COORDINATION, DEVELOPMENT, AND EXECUTION OF PROJECT PLANS AND PROGRAMMING.
* ABILITY TO DELIVER AND MANAGE STAKEHOLDERS IN A COMPLEX ENVIRONMENT, BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR CLIENT SATISFACTION BY SUPPORTING THE PROJECT TEAM.
* EXPERIENCE IN PROJECT PROGRAMMING AND CRITICAL PATH ANALYSIS BY IMPLEMENTING STRATEGIES WHICH ADDRESS PROGRAM, DELIVERY, DESIGN RISKS, AND ENSURE THE MOST APPROPRIATE STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS ARE DEVELOPED AND IMPLEMENTED.
* COMMERCIAL ACUMEN IN MANAGING RESOURCES AND BUDGETS.
* STRONG WRITTEN AND VERBAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS.
* PROVEN EXPERIENCE IN TIME MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS INCLUDING THE ABILITY TO MANAGE RESOURCES AND DELEGATE TASKS EFFECTIVELY.
What We Offer:
* ALONG WITH A COMPETITIVE SALARY WE OFFER MANY OTHER BENEFITS TO ENSURE YOUR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & WELLBEING IS ONGOING.
* GENUINE FLEXIBLE WORKING ARRANGEMENTS - INCLUDING WORK FROM HOME OPPORTUNITIES, PROVISION FOR SCHOOL TERM CONTRACTS, JOB SHARING, AND PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT.
* OPTION TO PURCHASE UP TO 4 WEEKS ADDITIONAL LEAVE.
* LEARNING AND TALENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS - INCLUDING GLOBAL PROGRAMMES, ONLINE LEARNING, AND ON-THE-JOB LEARNING.
* MENTORING FOR YOUR OWN DEVELOPMENT AND THE OPPORTUNITY TO MENTOR OTHERS.
* A FRIENDLY TEAM ENVIRONMENT, WITH DEDICATED AND ENTHUSIASTIC STAFF COMMITTED TO PRODUCING HIGH-QUALITY SERVICE AND DELIVERABLES.
About Us:
We are a global company that unites approximately 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport, and infrastructure projects to life.
We care about the communities we serve—because they’re our communities too. We’re designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
Culture:
We are serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.
How to Apply: