As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of client projects, ensuring minimal disruption to operations and adherence to safety standards. We are ideally looking for a candidate who holds Aviation and/or Defence sector experience.
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Key responsibilities include:
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- Project Delivery – Deliver projects across varied scopes and disciplines, meeting agreed success criteria.
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- Scope Development – Define project scope and assist with business case preparation and funding approvals.
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- Stakeholder Coordination – Engage with all relevant parties to capture inputs, restrictions, approvals and requirements.
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- Procurement Management – Manage tender preparation, bid analysis, and contract awards for consultants and contractors.
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- Contract Administration – Ensure compliance with contract terms, process payments, and manage changes.
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- Construction Oversight – Control site activities for safe and compliant delivery in collaboration with consultants and safety advisors.
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- Risk Management – Identify and mitigate project risks to minimise issues.
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- Quality Assurance – Maintain quality standards across design and construction phases.
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Qualifications
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We are seeking a proactive professional with strong technical and organisational skills. Essential qualifications and experience include:
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- Construction Experience – Proven track record in delivering construction projects, especially within the Aviation and/or Defence sector.
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- Technical Knowledge – Understanding of Australian building and Aviation standards.
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- Contract Expertise – Skilled in contractor management and contract administration.
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- Project Management – Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently across all lifecycle stages.
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- Stakeholder Engagement – Strong communication and consultation skills.
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- Compliance – Eligibility for an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC). Ability to achieve Australian Defence Baseline clearance would be highly regarded.
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- Software Skills – Proficiency in MS Project and Microsoft 365 Apps.
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- Independence – Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
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Additional Information
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Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the chance and voice to affect change.
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We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and versatile working environment that respects work-life balance.
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Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.