Since establishing in Australia in 2020, FCC Construction Australia is committed to expanding the capability of the Australian construction market by leveraging our proven integration approach and demonstrating our reputation for solving complex infrastructure challenges through our innovative solutions.
Our activities span all areas of engineering and construction – we are a world leader in successfully delivering civil works and transport infrastructure - roads, railways, airports, hydraulic and marine works, tunnels, bridges – as well as residential and non-residential buildings - hospitals, football stadiums, museums, corporate offices. Currently we're in the top 30 construction companies globally.
Please note that this role will be site-based initially in Geelong.
The Role:
The Project Manager will oversee and manage construction projects, ensuring they are completed successfully, within budget, on schedule, and to the required quality standards. You will lead project teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and mitigate potential risks throughout the project lifecycle.
More specifically this role roles will entail;
* Project Planning and Initiation: Establishing the project scope, objectives, and deliverables, formulating project plans, and assembling project teams.
* Budget and Cost Management: Creating and overseeing project budgets, monitoring expenditures, and applying cost control strategies.
* Schedule Management: Developing and updating project timelines, tracking progress, and recognizing and addressing possible delays.
* Stakeholder Management: Interacting with clients, contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders, delivering regular updates, and managing expectations.
* Contract Management: Supervising the procurement process, handling contracts, and resolving contractual conflicts.
* Risk Management: Recognizing potential risks, formulating mitigation strategies, and executing risk management plans.
* Quality Management: Ensuring that projects meet the necessary quality standards, applying quality control measures, and performing quality inspections.
* Team Leadership and Mentoring: Guiding and inspiring project teams, offering support and direction, and promoting a collaborative work atmosphere.
* Communication and Reporting: Ensuring clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders, providing regular project updates, and preparing detailed reports.
* Safety Management: Making sure that all construction activities are conducted safely, implementing safety protocols, and fostering a safety-first culture.
Competencies we're seeking:
* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, with a Master in complementary field (Highly valued)
* Extensive experience in construction project management, including experience with complex projects and challenging contract management processes.
* Strong leadership and team management skills .
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills .
* In-depth knowledge of construction methodologies, contract law, and building codes .
* Proficiency in project management software and tool
What's in it for you:
* Generous leave policies to support wellbeing, and industry leading paid parental leave
* A competitive remuneration package, with potential for further career progression into project management
* Access to employee assistance program for employees and families
* Access to WFH allowances
FCC are dedicated to fostering a gender-equitable team and cultivating a culture that mirrors the diversity of the communities we serve. Our commitment lies in establishing a workplace that prioritizes safety and respect for all team members. We actively invite applications from individuals of all ages, cultural backgrounds (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, we look forward to hearing from you soon.