Senior Construction Manager - Mineral Processing (FIFO)

GR Engineering Services Limited; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave (24 weeks)

Career development

Supportive culture

Job summary

GR Engineering Services Limited (GRES) is seeking experienced Construction Managers to lead major projects across Australia. You will head multi-disciplinary teams on EPC-style ventures, delivering on-site leadership from start-up through commissioning and handover.

Role involves a 2x1 or 3x1 FIFO roster from major cities, with a focus on safety, budget and schedule, and maintaining client relationships. Strong leadership, 10+ years’ experience, and Australian working rights are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Construction/Project Management.
• Professional engineering or trades background.
• Experience in managing onsite Construction contractors on large Tier 1 contracts.
• Design or construction management experience in mineral resource or materials handling industries.
• Knowledge of current safety legislation and standards in construction/mining sectors.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with strong leadership.
• Valid National Police clearance (not older than 6 months).
• Ability to pass full medical and DAS – essential.
• S26 (WA) and/or G189 (QLD), current first aid and white card – essential.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols, ensuring training and support for all personnel.
• Cultivating a positive and productive work culture for a diverse team of supervisors and engineers.
• Maintaining strong client relationships and effective communication with client representatives.
• Driving project success by managing budget, schedule, and overall project delivery.
• Overseeing all construction operations on-site from project commencement to commissioning and handover.
• Reviewing site plans to ensure alignment with project objectives throughout construction.
• Identifying and mitigating project risks to ensure successful outcomes.
• Ensuring compliance with GRES/Client policies, industry standards and safe work procedures.

Skills

Construction management

Leadership

Safety compliance

Client relationship management

Communication

Education

Engineering or trades background

Job description

GR Engineering Services Limited (GRES) is seeking experienced Construction Managers to lead major projects across Australia. You will head multi-disciplinary teams on EPC-style ventures, delivering on-site leadership from start-up through commissioning and handover.

Role involves a 2x1 or 3x1 FIFO roster from major cities, with a focus on safety, budget and schedule, and maintaining client relationships. Strong leadership, 10+ years’ experience, and Australian working rights are essential.