Senior Project Manager

WeBuild; Cooma; On-site; AUD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

WeBuild is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead planning, coordination and execution of construction activities. The role ensures safe, efficient, and compliant delivery under the EPC contract and project specs, working with engineers and subcontractors to align schedules and resources.

You will lead a team to provide necessary information and support, drive look-ahead plans, and deliver regular reports to stakeholders while upholding safety, quality, and cost controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all construction activities within the assigned work scope, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and timeline standards.
• Collaborate with Construction Directors, engineers, designers, suppliers and subcontractors to coordinate schedules, resources and activities.
• Ensure construction activities comply with safety regulations and industry standards.
• Provide leadership to construction teams, fostering safety and excellence in delivery.
• Implement and oversee quality control processes to meet project specifications and standards.
• Facilitate effective communication between project teams, subcontractors and stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve construction-related conflicts or issues during project execution.
• Monitor construction budgets and expenditures for cost-effectiveness and waste reduction.
• Identify risks and opportunities; drive improvements in construction operations.
• Prepare and deliver daily, weekly, and monthly reports and lead look-ahead planning.

Job description

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and execution of construction activities within their allocated work scope.

Successful performance in this role is critical to the safe, efficient and compliant delivery of the works according to the EPC contract, employer requirements, Project specifications, environmental regulations and stakeholder expectations.

This will be achieved through leading a team of engineers and construction personnel to ensure the construction teams have the necessary information and support to achieve our common goals.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all construction activities within the assigned work scope, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and timeline standards.
• Collaborate with Construction Directors, engineers, designers, suppliers and subcontractors to coordinate complex construction schedules, resources, and activities related to the work scope.
• Ensure that construction activities comply with safety regulations and industry standards.
• Provide dedicated leadership and guidance to construction teams, fostering a culture of safety and excellence in delivery.
• Implement and oversee quality control processes, ensuring construction meets the specific requirements of the EPC contract, employer requirements, Project specifications, relevant standards, approved methodologies and IFC designs.
• Facilitate effective, timely communication between project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Proactively identify, address, and resolve construction-related conflicts or issues that may arise during Project execution.
• Assist in monitoring construction budgets and expenditures, ensuring cost-effectiveness and waste reduction.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with temporary and permanent construction activities, while identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency in construction operations
• Prepare and deliver accurate and timely daily, weekly, and monthly reporting on construction activities tailored to the target audience.
• Lead the development and delivery of weekly, six-week look-ahead, and three-month look-ahead plans, with clearly defined milestones and measurable targets.

The above listed authorities and responsibilities are only a guide and may change as directed by your Manager/Supervisor or as per the requirements of FGJV Management.

• Safe delivery of all construction works within the assigned scope, with zero tolerance for serious safety incidents.
• Delivery of construction works in accordance with contract requirements, approved programmes, and agreed milestones.
• Effective leadership and performance of construction teams, including engineers, supervisors, and superintendents, ensuring capability, accountability, and engagement.
• Compliance with all statutory, contractual, quality, environmental, and industrial relations obligations applicable to the work scope.
• Management of construction risks and opportunities, including temporary and permanent works interfaces, to protect project outcomes.
• Accurate forecasting, reporting, and control of construction costs, productivity, and resources.
• Maintenance of effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.