Project Manager - Networks And Telecomms.

Professional Search Group (PSG); Western Australia; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead IT and telecommunications infrastructure projects across mine site operations in Western Australia. You will coordinate internal teams, contractors, and third-party providers to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to project standards.

The role requires managing multiple concurrent initiatives, with site-based work in Perth and a strong emphasis on safety, governance, and stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, PM or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in project/ construction management.
• Experience coordinating multiple technical workstreams, contractors and third-party suppliers.
• Familiarity with networking, fibre, wireless deployments and industrial IT installations.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, scope definition, and stakeholder coordination to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, resources, budgets, and deliverables.
• Assess risks, issues, dependencies, contracts, and changes with appropriate governance.
• Prepare reports and forecasts for construction progress and expenditure.
• Ensure safety compliance and quality of workmanship across contractors.
• Coordinate tendering, procurement, and contractor management.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Coordination

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering / PM field

Tools

Aconex

SharePoint

MS Project

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Project Manager - Networks and Telecomms.

Professional Search Group (PSG) is representing a leading organisation supplying services to the mining industry, seeking an experienced Project Manager to manage and deliver a range of IT and telecommunications infrastructure projects across mine site operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Project Manager with experience delivering complex technology infrastructure projects in operational or remote environments. This is an initial 6-month contract and candidate must be either permanent residents or citizens and happy to be based onsite 5 days per week.

The Role

You will take ownership of multiple concurrent projects, coordinating internal technical teams, contractors and third-party providers to ensure successful delivery across the following areas:

• Village Wi-Fi Build: Project management of site-wide wireless network installations.
• Backhaul Communications: Coordination of third-party communications providers and connectivity infrastructure.
• Fibre Installation: Management of fibre installation, repairs, testing and terminations.
• CCTV Infrastructure: Delivery of CCTV infrastructure and surveillance installations across mine sites.
• Server & Network Infrastructure: Coordination of server, network and associated infrastructure installations.
• Industrial Technology: Management of PLC and SCADA installation projects.

Your experience:

• Proven experience managing IT infrastructure, telecommunications or technology projects.
• Experience coordinating multiple technical workstreams, contractors and third-party suppliers.
• An understanding of networking, fibre, wireless communications and infrastructure installations.
• Exposure to mining, resources, industrial or remote site environments.
• Strong stakeholder management, planning, budgeting and project reporting skills.
• The ability to manage project delivery from planning through to implementation and handover.

**Requisition ID: **
+ **Relocation Authorized: National/International - Family**
+ **Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project**
+ **Work Location: Perth, WA**
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# Job Summary:
The Project Manager leads planning, scope definition, and stakeholder coordination to deliver projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with the project's standards.
# Major Responsibilities:
**Leadership / Supervision**
+ Coordinate project resources, allocate work, monitor performance, and support team development through communication, mentoring, and coaching.
+ Monitor that processes and procedures are fully developed and implemented.
+ Engage stakeholders, facilitate collaboration, and define, document, and manage project requirements to ensure alignment with business needs and project objectives.
**Planning / Productivity**
+ Develop and manage project plans, scope, schedules, resources, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes aligned with organisational frameworks.
+ Identify, assess, and manage risks, issues, dependencies, contracts, and project changes, ensuring appropriate governance, approvals, and mitigation strategies.
+ Prepare and present reports and forecasts, including summaries of construction progress and expenditure forecasts.
+ Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, quality, and project outcomes, contributing to organisational best practice.
**Safety & Quality**
+ Actively monitor contractor compliance with safety requirements and encourage contractors to perform in a safe manner.
+ Monitor work activities and the quality of work performed by the contractor.
**Commercial / Contracts**
+ Prepare Request for Tender (RFT) documentation and actively participate in bid evaluation and recommendations to award.
+ Actively participate through the procurement phase including evaluations and recommendations to award.
+ Develop contractor claim mitigation and claim avoidance strategies.
# Education and Experience Requirements:
Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience.
# Required Knowledge and Skills:
+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering , Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline combined with over 5 years of relevant professional experience in project or construction management.
+ Demonstrated technical knowledge of construction systems, applications of engineering, and construction methods and materials relevant to major infrastructure or aviation projects.
+ Experience working with and managing contracts, including monitoring deliverables and ensuring compliance with project requirements.
+ Knowledge of construction practices and project economics, along with awareness of new and emerging methods of design and construction.
+ Strong project management skills, with exposure to planning, scheduling, cost tracking, and risk management.
+ Effective interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact closely with clients, contractors, and internal teams while maintaining commercial awareness.
**Desirable Experience**
+ Prior involvement in aviation or large -scale infrastructure projects.
+ Familiarity with project information systems and collaboration platforms (e.g., Aconex, SharePoint, MS Project).
+ Ability to contribute to continuous improvement in project delivery processes.
+ Strong foundation for developing into a senior project management role, with potential for leadership growth.
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