Construction Project Manager

Housing Industry Association Limited; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Diverse project portfolio

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Housing Industry Association Limited in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead projects across commercial, industrial and infrastructure sectors. You will plan, coordinate and manage the full lifecycle of projects, working with clients, builders, engineers and subcontractors to achieve delivered outcomes on time and to specification.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering and at least 3 years of project management

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Construction Project Manager or in a similar role.
• Experience managing projects across the lifecycle from planning to delivery.
• Knowledge of contracts, drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Unrestricted working rights to work full time in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate end–to–end delivery of construction projects (planning, programming, budgeting, contracts).
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules and resources to meet objectives.
• Coordinate design and construction activities, monitor costs, quality and risks.
• Manage consultants, subcontractors and suppliers to meet project specs and timelines.
• Lead site meetings, monitor progress and resolve design, cost and scheduling issues.
• Oversee QA, documentation, and compliance with WHS/OHS requirements.
• Prepare tenders, bids and proposals as required.

Skills

Project management

Planning & scheduling

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

An innovative construction business in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to join their professional team.

SkillQuest Solutions are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager on behalf of our client, a well-established construction services business specialising in project management, reinforcement estimating and scheduling services across commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects.

Position – Construction Project Manager

Location – Melbourne, Victoria 3000

Salary - $105,000 - $115,000 plus superannuation per annum

Employment Type - Full-time, Permanent

THE ROLE:

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating and managing construction projects throughout the project lifecycle. Working closely with clients, builders, engineers, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers, o will oversee project programs, budgets, resources, contracts, quality and risks to ensure projects are delivered in accordance with agreed specifications, timelines and contractual requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Direct and coordinate the end-to-end delivery of construction projects, including project planning, programming, budgeting and contract administration.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets and resources to ensure alignment with contractual requirements and project objectives.
• Coordinate design and construction activities, monitoring progress, costs, quality and project risks to achieve agreed delivery targets.
• Manage consultants, subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring work is completed in accordance with project specifications, standards, programs and contracultural requirements.
• Conduct regular project and site coordination meetings, monitor construction progress and resolve design, cost, scheduling and delivery issues.
• Manage project documentation, including drawings, specifications, RFIs, design changes and variations, ensuring current information is communicated to relevant project teams.
• Oversee quality assurance and compliance, including inspections, QA documentation and maintenance of material, testing and project records.
• Manage project procurement, budget forecasting, cost control and risk management, identifying and addressing issues that may affect project outcomes.
• Liaise and negotiate with clients, contractors, consultants, suppliers and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate project changes and implementation requirements, assessing impacts on costs, resources, schedules and contractual obligations.
• Prepare and contribute tenders, contract bids and project proposals as required.
• Lead project safety requirements, including JSA/SWMS documentation, toolbox meetings and compliance with WHS/OHS legislation and site procedures.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• A relevant qualification, such as a Bachelor of Construction Management, Construction Project Management or Civil Engineering, or a related discipline, or agree equivalent.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Construction Project Manager or in a comparable construction project management role.
• Demonstrated experience managing construction projects across the project lifecycle, from planning and procurement through to delivery and completion.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, drawings, specifications, contracts and project documentation.
• Experience managing project programs, budgets, costs, resources, procurement and project risks.
• Proven ability to coordinate and manage consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience in contract administration, variations, tenders and change management.
• Sound understanding of quality assurance, construction standards, building regulations and WHS/OHS requirements.
• Strong client liaison, negotiation, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent planning, organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and project deadlines.
• Proficiency in relevant project scheduling, reporting and document management software.
• You must have unrestricted working rights to work full time in Australia to be eligible for consideration.

WHAT IS ON OFFER:

• A competitive salary of $105,000 to $115,000 plus superannuation per annum.
• An opportunity to work across a diverse range of commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment with opportunities for growth.