Manage small projects from front-end studies through to construction on a 5:2 roster

Your new company
Our client is a leading Australian resources organisation with established mining operations across the Bowen Basin. An chance is available within their Engineering department for an experienced Project Manager to join the team on an ongoing contract, managing a portfolio of small infrastructure projects.

Your new role
Working within the Small Projects Management Framework, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of projects valued up to approximately $600K, with a focus on water treatment, sewerage and associated site infrastructure.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Project management or project engineering experience within mining, infrastructure or heavy industry
- Experience managing projects from front-end studies through to construction and handover
- Strong project documentation, reporting and Excel skills
- Experience managing budgets, schedules, risks, contractors and consultants
- Solid stakeholder management and communication skills
- Water treatment or sewerage project experience will be highly regarded

What you'll need to succeed

- Previous project management or project engineering experience within mining, heavy industry, utilities or infrastructure
- Demonstrated experience managing projects through the full life cycle, from front-end studies through to construction delivery and handover




- Strong front-end loading and project scoping experience
- Experience managing small capital or infrastructure project portfolios
- Strong project documentation and report-writing skills
- Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Experience managing consultants, contractors, schedules, budgets and project risks
- Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work across engineering, maintenance and operations teams
- Exposure to water treatment, sewerage or similar infrastructure projects will be highly regarded
- A strong commitment to safety, quality and project governance

What you'll get in return

This is an ongoing contract opportunity offering the chance to manage a diverse portfolio of small infrastructure projects within a major mining environment. You will work a 5:2 roster with camp accommodation provided. The role offers exposure to projects from initial front-end studies and scoping right through to construction, commissioning and handover, providing strong end-to-end project ownership.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, applications can be submitted via the "apply now" button. Please ensure you are submitting an up-to-date CV. If you have any further questions, please call Jennah Murray 07 4960 1129.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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