Project Manager

at  DDR Australia

Job no: 495328
Work type: FT - White
Location: Darwin

Categories: Project Management

• Oversee the management of Defence projects
• Projects ranging from 5 to 20 million
• Company vehicle

DDR Australia operates in Defence, State Government, Mining and Energy sectors. The DDR Australia business has experienced substantial growth in the value, complexity, and number of projects that the business will deliver in the next 2-3 years, within Western Australia and Nationally.

ABOUT US

DDR Australia is an Aboriginal majority owned and managed company operating Australia-wide. We deliver construction, maintenance and civil projects across a wide range of industries including Defence, Mining, Energy and Infrastructure.
DDR Australia is committed to the genuine engagement of Aboriginal people ensuring that we establish a work environment that is welcoming, respectful and understanding of Aboriginal culture.
Want to know more? Check out our website or LinkedIn for more information.
Advertised: 09 Apr 2024 AUS Central Standard Time

THE ROLE

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced project manager to work with an existing a highly motivated team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overall management of construction Defence projects from initial setup through to completion
• Ensure compliance with HSECQ requirements
• Ensure effective cost control and efficient running of the project
• Coordinate direct labour and subcontractors
• Project progress reporting and conducting weekly meetings
• Provision of advice on any technical and engineering issues
• Liaise closely with the client ensuring project runs to program
• Involvement with tendering/estimation
• Raise RFI’s and track responses

This role will suit a motivated and progressive leader, who relishes autonomy and can build a local team culture that supports the DDR Australia visions and goals.

• Experienced in leading & completing multiple construction, refurbishment and remediation projects
• Experience with tier 2 clientele
• Tertiary qualifications in Construction Management or similar
• Proven ability to positively influence, develop and maintain stakeholder relationships
• Ability to self-manage own workload whilst ensuring a project efficiency and a positive team environment
• Proven problem-solving capability with an approachable leadership style
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to prioritise and manage deadlines
• A natural leader who is willing to develop people and achieve delivery target