Working on behalf of the owners team, we are seeking a highly experienced Construction Manager to lead the on-site execution of a plant and camp upgrade project in the Goldfields of WA.

This is a hands-on, senior leadership role responsible for driving safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery of a multidisciplinary construction scope, from mobilisation through to commissioning handover.

The successful candidate will be a strong, decisive leader with a proven track record managing complex mining or mineral processing infrastructure projects, capable of coordinating multiple trades and subcontractors in a quick-paced, remote site environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide overall on-site construction leadership for the project, ensuring delivery aligns with project scope, schedule, and budget
- Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary teams including civil, structural, mechanical, piping, and electrical/instrumentation trades
- Oversee day-to-day site execution, including work-front planning, resourcing, and productivity management
- Champion a strong safety culture; ensure full compliance with site safety systems, statutory requirements, and company HSE standards
- Monitor and report on project schedule performance, identifying and resolving delays or constraints proactively
- Manage project cost control, including tracking against budget, variations, and forecasting
- Liaise with client representatives, engineering teams, and subcontractors to ensure alignment and clear communication
- Chair site meetings, toolbox talks, and progress reviews




- Ensure quality control and compliance with project specifications and relevant standards
- Support commissioning readiness and handover activities

About You

- Construction management experience, with demonstrated experience delivering mineral processing or mining infrastructure projects including SMP, NPI, Electrical and Civil Scopes
- Proven experience managing multidisciplinary trades and subcontractor teams on remote/regional sites
- Strong working knowledge of WA mining safety legislation and site-based HSE systems
- Demonstrated ability to manage project schedules, budgets, and cost reporting
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Relevant trade or engineering background highly regarded
- Current Drivers Licence
- Schedule 26
- Ability to pass pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol testing
- The ability to clear a GSDU

What's On Offer

- Competitive hourly rate commensurate to experience
- Supportive project team and strong safety culture
- The opportunity for this project to continue on into longer term work post project close out.

About us: Zeal Personnel is a leading labour hire and recruitment company, operated by industry professionals with extensive experience who truly understand the unique demands of their clients. Specialising in the Mining, Oil & Gas, Energy, and Infrastructure sectors, Zeal Personnel offers comprehensive, end-to-end solutions.

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📌 Construction Manager (Perth)
🏢 Zeal Engineering
📍 Perth