Lead Project Manager – Structural & Plate Fabrication

Thornton Engineering Llp; Geelong; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Thornton Engineering is seeking a full-time Project Manager for its Structural & Plate division in Geelong. You will report to senior leaders and work with production teams to deliver world-class products for well-known clients.

You will manage client relationships, procurement, scheduling and budgeting, driving project success from initiation to closeout. Australian work rights required; Corio facility location applies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience with commercial and technical requirements in structural and/or pressure equipment projects.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously.
• Experience with procuring long-lead materials through international channels.
• Understanding of manufacturing techniques and production planning.
• Previous experience in structural steel manufacturing is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Be the single point of contact with the client concerning all project aspects and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Provide skilled direction to the procurement and project team to ensure materials, logistics, planning and resources meet targets.
• Chair meetings, finalise minutes, manage RCIs/NCRs/VOs and general correspondence.
• Forecast potential EOTs and VO’s, expediting the program to avoid delays where possible.
• Monitor time, quality and budget for all projects and provide updates to management.
• Provide timely invoice data to finance to maintain cash flow.
• Provide project closeout report detailing learnings from each project.

Skills

Project management

Procurement

Resource planning

Stakeholder communication

Autonomous work style

Education

Bachelor Degree in Engineering (or equivalent)

Job description

Thornton Engineering is seeking a full-time Project Manager for its Structural & Plate division in Geelong. You will report to senior leaders and work with production teams to deliver world-class products for well-known clients.

You will manage client relationships, procurement, scheduling and budgeting, driving project success from initiation to closeout. Australian work rights required; Corio facility location applies.