Operations Manager | Marine Construction

Infracon Australia; Fremantle; On-site; AUD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully maintained vehicle

Attractive performance incentives

Fremantle-based role

Job summary

Infracon Australia is seeking an Operations Manager to lead multiple marine construction projects from Fremantle, WA. The role drives operational performance, tender support, and client engagement in a hands-on contracting environment.

The successful candidate will have Civil Engineering qualifications and a proven track record delivering marine piling, jetty, wharf and coastal infrastructure projects, with experience in Tier 2/3 contracting settings. Strong leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering (highly regarded).
• Experience delivering marine piling, jetty, wharf and coastal infrastructure projects.
• Experience operating within Tier 2 or Tier 3 contracting environments.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of multiple marine construction projects.
• Oversee project financial performance, forecasting and reporting.
• Drive programme, resource and operational planning.
• Manage client relationships and stakeholder engagement.
• Oversee tender reviews and project start-up activities.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality and project execution.
• Contribute to business growth and strategic planning initiatives.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Marine construction

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Commercial acumen

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Lead Marine Projects. Drive Operations. Shape Growth. A well-established Tier 3 marine and civil contractor is seeking an energetic, motivated Operations Manager to lead project delivery, operational performance and business growth.

This opportunity is ideally suited to an established Senior Project Manager or Project Director with a Civil Engineering background and a proven track record delivering marine piling, jetty, wharf and coastal infrastructure projects within a hands-on contracting environment. This role is best suited to those from a small/ medium sized contracting business with a self-performing model on projects in the $10m - $50m range.

Based in Fremantle, this role presents an excellent opportunity for a high-performing Project Manager or Senior Project Manager looking to step into a broader operational leadership position within a nimble, hands-on contracting environment.

With a strong reputation across Western Australia's marine sector, the business specialises in marine piling, jetty construction, wharf upgrades, coastal infrastructure and marine remediation projects.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the GM, you will take responsibility for the operational performance of the business, overseeing multiple projects while supporting tendering, client engagement, resource planning and commercial outcomes.

This role requires a leader who can balance strategic oversight with practical project delivery, ensuring projects are delivered safely, profitably and to a high standard.

You will be afforded significant autonomy and the opportunity to influence the future direction of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of multiple marine construction projects
• Provide leadership and support to Project Managers and site teams
• Drive programme, resource and operational planning
• Manage client relationships and stakeholder engagement
• Oversee project financial performance, forecasting and reporting
• Support tender reviews and project start-up activities
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality and project execution
• Contribute to business growth and strategic planning initiatives

About You

We're seeking a proven marine construction professional who can demonstrate:

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering (highly regarded)
• Strong project delivery experience within marine construction
• Successful delivery of marine piling, jetty, wharf, bridge marine works or coastal infrastructure projects
• Experience operating within a Tier 2 or Tier 3 contracting environment
• Strong commercial acumen with proven responsibility for project profitability
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and resources
• Strong client management and stakeholder engagement capabilities
• Experience leading Project Managers, Engineers and site delivery teams
• A hands-on leadership style suited to a growing contractor environment

What's On Offer

• Salary package up to $250k + Super
• Fully maintained vehicle
• Attractive performance incentives
• Fremantle-based role
• Established and respected marine contractor
• Diverse portfolio of marine infrastructure projects
• High level of autonomy and decision-making authority

All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Mike Gray
Director - Infracon Australia| BA (Hons) BTech

About Infracon Australia

We are a Perth-based specialist engineering and construction recruitment business, providing professional placements to civil and building contractors to help drive the growth across the infrastructure, resources and construction sectors Australia-wide.