With over 25 years of experience across Western Australia, New South Wales and Queensland, Whittens is a family-owned national Australian civil construction contractor. We deliver both large-scale and technically complex FRP, concrete, earthworks and civil infrastructure projects for major mining and infrastructure clients.

Built on strong relationships and a team-focused culture, we are committed to creating a safe, supportive and respectful workplace where our people can develop their skills and contribute to successful project outcomes.

About The Role

We are recruiting a Project Manager on a 2/1 or 5/2/4/3 FIFO roster to lead and manage a large scale self-perform FRP / complex tunnel lining construction project in NSW.

Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

- Build on and retain key interface relationships with Client, site teams and Whittens leadership.
- Deliver project by building a high performing safe and sustainable team to achieve project objectives
- Determine construction methods, materials and quality standards, and drafting and interpreting specifications, drawings, plans, construction methods and procedures.
- Prepare and submit notifications to the Client as required.
- Organise, plan and manage direct site labour and ensure effective workforce planning.
- Assess costs, and measuring, valuing and negotiating variations in consultation with the Commercial team.
- Ensure strict compliance with contract notices and management of subcontractors in strict compliance with agreements.




- Identify and support emerging leaders and facilitate upskilling and development plans.
- Track and produce accurate cost tracking date including holding weekly project reviews

ABOUT YOU:

- Tertiary Qualifications in Civil or Structural Engineering - Preferred
- At least 10 years+ Project Management experience in a similar FIFO role with a Civil Contractor
- Experience in large scale FRP Tunnel Infrastructure Projects ($50-$100M) - A must
- Demonstrated experience in managing a direct self-perform workforce
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Superior time and priority management skills
- Confidence in managing a range of different relationships throughout the business and on site with our client
- Demonstrate Commercial Acumen and be a Visible leader to create safe and collaborative work teams

WHAT WE OFFER:

Whittens are committed to investing in our people and rewarding the skills and experience you bring. As well as this long-term permanent prospect and the chance to be part of our growth and success story, we offer:

- Work amongst engaged leaders and collaborative project teams
- Work in a culture driven by our “Keeping our mates safe” mantra
- Permanent long-term opportunity
- Novated Lease options
- Be part of an iconic project
- Employee Assistance programme

Please note that this role is being sourced through Whittens directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.

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📌 Project Manager (Australia)
🏢 Whittens
📍 Australia