Deputy Manager Project

Civmec Construction & Engineering Pty Ltd; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Civmec is seeking a Deputy Project Manager to join our team. This role entails leadership and oversight of construction projects, ensuring completion to quality standards, on time and within budget. The ideal candidate holds a relevant engineering degree and has significant experience in the construction sector. We foster an inclusive workplace rich in career development opportunities.

Benefits

12 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers

1 week paid parental leave for secondary caregivers

Access to accident and sickness insurance

Employee discounts for travel and entertainment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role.
• Experience in construction, mining, and resource industries on large scale projects.
• Knowledge of project planning, scheduling, and cost control tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all engineering functions and procurement of project materials.
• Ensure safety compliance and manage project schedule and budget.
• Prepare reports for contractual notices including variations and claims.

Skills

Leadership

Project Planning

Cost Control

Safety Compliance

Education

Tertiary qualification in structural, mechanical, civil engineering or construction management

Job description

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Company: Civmec

The Company

The Role

Civmec is embarking on a journey of diversification and expansion, and we have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Project Manager who shares our values. With a robust pipeline of current and upcoming projects, we are looking for a Deputy Project Manager to join our team in W.A. This role offers both DIDO and FIFO opportunities. Our Deputy Project Manager will assist the Project Manager in the effective coordination and leadership of construction and project management, encompassing both civil and SMP scopes of work. The position ensures that site works are completed safely, on time, to the required quality standards, and within budget.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the Engineering function and procurement of all project equipment and materials.
• Ensure the safety of work crews and compliance with legislative guidelines, Company procedures, policies, and the Project Health and Safety Management Plan.
• Assist the Project Manager with management of the Project Schedule, Progress, and Budget, including initiating remedial action where necessary.
• Timely submission of all contractual notices including variations, claims, and extensions of time.
• Assist the Project Manager with accurate weekly dashboards addressing actual costings, accruals, schedule progress, milestone status, and quantitative charts.
• Actively participate in leadership engagement initiatives and meet monthly to discuss, generate, and refresh HSES and company initiatives.
• Review and update the project resource plans and schedules for all resources on a weekly basis at a 12-week look-ahead.
• Provide ongoing training and awareness programs for all project staff ensuring full understanding of corporate and project administration processes.
• Audit preparation of subcontract and supply agreements, ensuring consistency with the Head Contract and Project’s requirements.
• Ensure that change control impact identification, report preparation, and process monitoring are performed consistently.
• Perform other general duties as necessary to suit operational requirements.

About You

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• Tertiary qualification in structural, mechanical, civil engineering or construction management.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• Minimum ten (10) years’ experience working in the construction, mining and resource industries on large scale projects
• Sound knowledge of the application and establishment of project planning, scheduling and cost control tools.
• Proven leadership ability.
• Responsible HSE attitude.

At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace built on family values, with a ‘Never Assume' culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. We believe our workforce is our greatest asset, and that's why we provide an environment rich in career development opportunities to upskill and develop professionally. We offer 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers and 1 week for permanent secondary caregivers. Our generous Reward and Recognition scheme recognises employees that go the extra mile. Our staff benefits scheme gives you access to accident and sickness insurance, and a range of travel, entertainment, vehicle and lifestyle discounts.

How to Apply

Please click the “apply” link to start your application. We look forward to starting the pathway to your career with Civmec.

Alternatively, please email [e-mail] for a confidential chat or call our Recruitment Team on [phone].

Civmec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Defence force experience is desirable, and veterans are encouraged to apply. We respectfully request no agency submissions.
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