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Bechtel seeks a Construction Manager for a Remote Airfield project (New Terminal) in Australia. You will lead interdisciplinary teams, supervise construction, review plans for costs and constructability, and drive safety, quality and schedule adherence.

Successful candidate will coordinate with stakeholders, finalize methods, and oversee proposals and progress reporting to ensure timely project delivery on a major aviation infrastructure program.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing major infrastructure/aviation projects.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of construction practices, cost control and schedule management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction processes and direct interdisciplinary teams.
• Review plans for costs, constructability and feasibility.
• Manage project procedures, reporting and forecast updates.
• Ensure safety compliance and contractor performance on site.
• Coordinate with internal/external stakeholders to support delivery.

Skills

Infrastructure mgmt

Aviation

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent)

Job description

Construction Manager - Remote Airfield (New Terminal)

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+ Relocation Authorized: None
+ Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
+ Work Location: Perth, WA(Site)

# Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

# Project Overview:

Bechtel helps clients deliver projects of purpose that create a lasting positive legacy globally. These large, complex and multi-disciplined projects create jobs and grow economies; improve the resiliency of the world's infrastructure; connect communities to resources and opportunities; get us closer to net zero; tackle critical environmental challenges to protect people and the planet; and accelerate progress to make the world a cleaner, greener, safer place.

# Job Summary:

In this role, you will manage direct reports and lead interdisciplinary teams to establish construction methods and support activities. You will oversee the construction process, review plans and specifications for costs and constructability, manage corporate processes and procedures, and lead proposal preparation. Your recommendations for studies, lessons learned, project assessments, and new methods will optimize completion of project construction activities.

# Major Responsibilities:

• Engage proactively with field engineers development through competency development/assessment and feedback.
• Monitor that processes and procedures are fully developed and implemented.
• Coordinate activities with other disciplines or areas and technical representatives, as instructed by construction and project management to ensure program delivery priorities are maintained.
• Review all contractor submittials including construction schedules, costs, reports, and changes.
• Prepare and present reports and forecasts, including summaries of construction progress and expenditure forecasts.
• Liaise, support and assist internal stakeholders regarding to onsite project related activities and logistics.
• Monitor that project teams are implementing and enforcing policies, procedures and related work rules as established by project management.
• Actively monitor contractor compliance with safety requirements and encourage contractors to perform in a safe manner.
• Monitor work activities and the quality of work performed by the contractor.
• Attend construction toolbox meetings.

# Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience

# Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in the successful management of major projects in the infrastructure and/or aviation industry.
• Knowledge of related construction practices and the economics involved and current knowledge of new methods of design and construction.
• High level of interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrable delivery of leadership and behavioural change within a large organisation and with outside organisations.
• Ability to influence and engage in a collaborative working environment with internal and external stakeholders while maintaining necessary levels of commercial awareness.
• Prior delivery partner or client-side project management experience is preferred but not essential.

# Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

# Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent. We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of