Construction Manager

PARC Engineering; City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

FIFO opportunities

Local opportunities

Job summary

PARC Engineering is seeking a motivated Construction Manager to lead a high-impact project in Kalgoorlie’s goldfields. You will drive punch listing, brownfield modifications, and project close-out while coordinating SMP, E&I, and civil works with project, commissioning and operations teams.

In this hands-on role, you will manage site supervision, subcontractors and crews, ensuring safety, quality and production continuity within a challenging brownfield environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead construction activities in mining/heavy industrial settings.
• Strong track record delivering brownfield modifications and plant handover.
• Proven capability to coordinate multi-discipline teams and ensure safe, productive execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction activities: punch listing, brownfield modifications, project close-out.
• Coordinate SMP and E&I, Electrical, Mechanical, Piping, Civil construction works.
• Develop daily/weekly construction execution plans aligned with priorities.
• Manage site supervisors, subcontractors and crews with safety and efficiency.
• Coordinate work within an operating processing plant to maintain production.
• Ensure compliance with drawings, Australian Standards and client procedures.
• Oversee punch list closure, defect rectification, rework and QA activities.
• Lead shutdown and outage construction activities as required.
• Review SWMS/JHAs, lift studies and construction methodologies.
• Conduct daily pre-starts, toolbox talks and coordination meetings.
• Prepare progress reports on safety, progress, productivity, quality, risks and cost.

Skills

Construction management

Brownfield delivery

Site leadership

Education

Trade qualification in Mechanical/Electrical/Boilermaker

Job description

PARC Engineering is on the lookout for a motivated & capable Construction Manager to take the lead on a high-impact project in the heart of Kalgoorlie’s goldfields. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity where you’ll play a key role in driving the project through punch listing, defect rectification, brownfield modifications and final completion, working closely with project, commissioning and operations teams to achieve a successful handover.

With safety, efficiency and operational continuity at the forefront, you’ll lead site construction activities and coordinate works in a challenging brownfield environment, ensuring the job is delivered to the highest standards while minimising disruption to ongoing plant operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all construction activities associated with punch listing, brownfield modifications and project close-out.
• Coordinate Mechanical, Structural, Piping (SMP), Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) and Civil construction activities.
• Develop and implement daily and weekly construction execution plans aligned with project priorities.
• Manage site supervisors, subcontractors and construction crews to ensure safe and productive work execution.
• Coordinate work within an operating processing plant while maintaining production and operational requirements.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with approved engineering drawings, specifications, Australian Standards and client procedures.
• Manage the identification, prioritisation and closure of punch list items.
• Oversee defect rectification, rework and quality assurance activities.
• Lead shutdown and outage construction activities where required.
• Monitor construction progress and implement recovery plans to achieve project milestones.
• Ensure all permits, isolations, Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), and high-risk work activities are effectively managed.
• Review and approve Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Lift Studies and construction methodologies.
• Conduct daily pre-start meetings, toolbox talks and coordination meetings.
• Manage quality inspections, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), red-line mark-ups and completion documentation.
• Resolve construction and technical issues in consultation with engineering and client representatives.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports covering safety, progress, labour productivity, quality, risks and cost performance.
• Support commissioning, system testing and final handover of completed plant systems.

Role Requirements:

• Trade qualification (Mechanical, Electrical, Boilermaker, Pipefitter or equivalent) or tertiary qualification in Engineering or Construction Management
• Minimum 5 years' experience in construction management within mining, mineral processing or heavy industrial projects
• Construction Induction White Card
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• Demonstrated experience delivering brownfield projects and fixed plant modifications whilemanaging multidisciplinary SMP and E&I construction teams
• Extensive experience working within operational processing plants
• Strong understanding of commissioning, completions and project handover processes
• Sound knowledge of Australian Standards, Work Health and Safety legislation, and quality management systems
• Excellent planning, scheduling, and organisational abilities
• Strong commercial awareness and resource management capability
• Genuine career progression paths and professional development opportunities
• Remuneration, Reward and Recognition Programs
• Support for you and your family through our Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• The chance to join a growing business with a family-company feel & values driven culture where every person's contribution matters

A bit about us

PARC Engineering are specialists in Structural, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical, and Infrastructure projects. We provide technical services to the Australian energy and resources sector with specific experience in the Minerals and Mining, Oil and Gas, Infrastructure, and Power Generation Industries.

Fostering a Diverse Workforce at PARC

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, PARC is committed to promoting equal opportunities for all. We strongly encourage suitably qualified women, as well as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, to apply and join our team. We recognise the unique perspectives and contributions that individuals from diverse backgrounds bring, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

PARC Engineering are specialists in Structural, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical, and Instrumentation projects. We provide technical services to the Australian energy and resources sector with specific experience in the Minerals and Mining, Oil and Gas, Infrastructure, and Power Generation Industries.

FIFO and local opportunities are available.