About the roleLaing O'Rourke is the Managing Contractor for the Initial Works and Early Works package of Suburban Rail Loop; the huge package of works includes preparing sites for the launch of tunnel boring machines, moving and protecting underground services, ground improvement, geotechnical investigations and roads modifications for this city-shaping project.We are currently seeking a Project Manager - HV Power / Substations Specialist to join the iconic Suburban Rail Loop project.
This permanent role offers great career prospects with a privately-owned tier 1 constructor and international engineering enterprise.
Key responsibilities Lead a large team in the HV Power/ Substation space to ensure the delivery of the overall project scope within the time, cost, quality and safety requirements.Drive high performance through collaboration, positive leadership, identification of risks, and interface with clients and authorities, and support the wider team to ensure client and community expectations are managedActively promotes continuous improvement and innovation; seeks to learn from experiences of self and others to find better ways of doing things.Build balanced teams with the right skills and behaviours; invests time and energy to coach and develop talent.The ability to work with and influence stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes for all parties.
About you Extensive experience in leading teams on complex infrastructure projects and in managing multiple stakeholders.A degree in Electrical engineering is essentialExperience with Tier 1 construction including, leading teams, budgeting and planning, procurement, risk management, client management, dispute/issue resolution.The ability to work with and influence stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes for all partiesAbility to communicate on all levels BenefitsWe work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people.
We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development.
We offer industry-leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry leading paid parental leave policy, an additional purchased leave option and coaching programs for staff on parental leave.
Diversity & InclusionWe are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work.
Laing O'Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.