Civil Project Lead (NPI Team), South32 GEMCO
Client:
South32 GEMCO
Location:
Cairns, QLD or Darwin, NT
Work arrangement:
FIFO, 7/7 Thursday to Thursday roster
Country:
Australia
Employment type:
Contract (6 months, with scope to extend)
Start:
Immediate
Remuneration:
Competitive
About the Role
The Civil Project Lead will be an integral part of the NPI civil team, leading the delivery of minor civil projects and supporting Project Managers on larger ones.
You will develop design packages and work closely with design engineers, contractors and internal stakeholders to keep projects on time, within budget and to a high standard of quality.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership and Planning
Lead and coordinate day-to-day civil project activities across the assigned scope
Develop and review scopes of works, project schedules and budgets
Track progress against schedule and budget, and escalate risks, issues and delays early to the Project Manager
Prepare and deliver regular progress reports covering cost, schedule and quality
Design Development
Develop civil design packages from concept through to issue for construction
Review construction drawings and specifications against approved designs
Participate in design reviews and recommend improvements that enhance project outcomes
Commercial and Documentation
Raise purchase orders and track project costs against budget
Manage correspondence, document control and responses to stakeholder queries
Confirm materials and equipment are scheduled and available on site when needed
Site and Quality Oversight
Provide technical guidance to site teams and contractors, addressing engineering challenges as they arise
Ensure works are completed to approved designs and specifications
Coordinate testing and inspections at key project stages
Implement corrective actions when quality issues arise
Resolve site-related problems and discrepancies,



escalating where needed
Safety, Compliance and Stakeholder Communication
Prepare and maintain safety documentation and compliance records
Maintain clear, professional communication with clients, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams
Respond promptly and professionally to stakeholder concerns
About You
Essential
Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
5+ years' experience in civil engineering, pre-construction and civil project management
Demonstrated experience developing design packages
Sound understanding of civil construction processes, project controls and engineering best practice
Strong leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to manage teams on site and multiple priorities at once
High attention to detail across design, documentation and reporting
Excellent written and verbal communication, including explaining technical information to non-technical audiences
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities on a remote roster
Desirable
Experience on resources or mining projects in remote Northern Australia
Familiarity with Australian civil standards and specifications
Experience with purchase orders and project financial reporting
Personal Attributes
Driven, reliable and committed to quality results
Self-motivated and proactive in tackling challenges
Adaptable in dynamic, remote work conditions
Collaborative, with robust stakeholder relationships
Relocation
The successful candidate will be required to relocate to Cairns, QLD, which will serve as their base for the FIFO roster.
A relocation allowance is available to support the move.
How to Apply
This is an immediate-start opportunity to join a regional infrastructure team on a 6-month contract with scope to extend.
Apply now with your CV and a short cover note outlining your pre-construction and civil project management experience.
For a confidential discussion, contact Proactive Projects at
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📌 Civil Project Lead (Queensland)
🏢 Proactive Projects
📍 Queensland