Project Director

Fulton Hogan; Perth; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Corporate health and fitness programs

Health insurance discounts

Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave

Health insurance discounts

Job summary

A leading civil infrastructure contractor is seeking a skilled Project Director to lead major civil infrastructure projects in Perth, Australia. The role involves responsibility for all aspects of construction, including project planning, team management, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and proven experience in large-scale projects, particularly in the Defence sector. Join a dynamic team committed to community engagement and innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Construction Project Director on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Successful Alliance and/or Managing Contractor form of contract delivery.
• Defence sector experience preferred.
• Demonstrated high commercial acumen, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to work with internal and external clients and manage relationships; knowledge of construction laws and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of construction projects from inception to completion.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets for timely delivery.
• Manage project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management

Construction Management degree

Project Management degree

Job description

For over 90 years, Fulton Hogan has been delivering high-quality infrastructure that shapes communities across Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific. Our Construction business operates as a leading civil infrastructure contractor, delivering complex major civil projects within the roads, rail, ports, water, airports, renewables, and Defence sectors. Our Construction capability is supported by our integrated Utilities and Infrastructure Services businesses, providing end-to-end civil infrastructure solutions to keep communities safe, connected, and resilient.

Life at Fulton Hogan is about making the most of opportunities, taking responsibility, and making it happen. We appreciate our peoples' courage, curiosity, and unique perspectives, and look to collaborate as much as possible to explore safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working in this rapidly changing world. We don't stand still - there are always opportunities to do more and do better.

• Keen to progress your career? Take full advantage of our tailored training, leadership, and mentoring programs; or leverage our partnerships with industry association such as Engineers Australia, Chartered Accountants, CPA Australia, Infrastructure Sustainability Council, The National Association of Women in Construction, plus many more.
• Looking to enhance your wellbeing? We will encourage you to explore flexible working arrangements where possible. We offer great benefits, including corporate health and fitness programs, health insurance discounts, personal banking support, a range of retailer discounts, up to 18 weeks paid primary carers parental leave and up to 10 days paid secondary carers leave, access to our Employee Assistance Program (including your immediate family), and the option to take more time for yourself throughout the year with our Purchase Leave Policy.
• Want to help us better the communities we live and work in? Our purpose of creating, connecting, and caring for communities is more than a saying to us - it's a way of thinking, working, and living because we're locals too, and seek to give back in ways that strengthen and build resilient communities. We do this because we genuinely care, enjoy what we do, and even manage to have some fun along the way! You'll find us partnering with local and national community groups, like Clontarf Foundation, Black Dog Institute, and Soldier On, in addition to indigenous groups and social enterprises, to ensure that our good work positively impacts and brings about sustainable change within our industry.
• Do we offer a 'competitive' salary package? Of course! Speak to our Talent Acquisition or People & Culture team to learn more.

What's on offer?

We are seeking a suitably experienced Project Director to spearhead up and coming major civil infrastructure projects based in Perth. This rewarding key leadership opportunity will enable you to play a pivotal role in building a positive team culture that collaborates, trusts, and empowers one another to perform above expectation, whilst creating opportunities for the team to learn new skills and develop their career further.

What will you be responsible for?

• Lead and manage all aspects of construction projects from inception to completion.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure timely and within-budget delivery.
• Manage project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and issues to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards throughout the project lifecycle.

How you'll connect to the role?

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management.
• Proven experience as a Construction Project Director on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Successful Alliance and /or Managing Contractor form of contract delivery, (Defence sector experience preferred).
• Demonstrated high commercial acumen, strong leadership, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work with internal and external clients, influence outcomes and manage relationships.
• Knowledge of relevant construction laws, regulations, and industry best practices.

Next steps:

If you're ready for the next step in your career at Fulton Hogan and believe you have the skills and experience, we'd like to hear from you.

Our people share the same set of values that keep us REAL. Respect, Energy and Effort, Attitude and Leadership encapsulate what we stand for at Fulton Hogan and encourage us to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where we listen to, care for, celebrate, and respect everyone.

We are committed to reconciliation and building and nurturing respectful relationships with First Nations peoples. Through our First Nations Engagement Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), we aim to promote opportunities, cultural understanding and partnerships that celebrate and acknowledge the contributions of Indigenous communities.

If our values resonate with you, please apply for the position. If you're not sure that you meet 100% of the selection criteria, that's okay, we would still like to hear from you and potentially discuss how your skills could be utilised at Fulton Hogan.