Project Manager at Bennett… · Coffs…

Proven leadership skills are fundamental to this position.

The Project Manager is responsible for the overall performance of the project as measured against the Company Vision and the Company’s specific characteristics outlined above. As such the Project Manager has overall WHS responsibility for the project. Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise with clients, consultants, colleagues and subcontractors are basic requirements.

Core skills required:

· construction programming including construction methodology

· contract administration

· financial administration

· work health, safety & rehabilitation

· quality assurance

· environmental management

A basic knowledge of computers and a willingness to develop these skills is essential.

Duties and Responsibilities

Personnel Management

· Ensure that through the site induction process site personnel are aware of project goals and requirements outlined in the Project Plan.

· Effective delegation of tasks to site team members in relation to skill and ability.

· Ensure that the site team members receive adequate coaching so as to further develop and broaden their skill base and competence.

· Undertake to complete formal job review assessments of all site team members and make recommendations to the Operations Manager with regard to the suitability of site team members. Take disciplinary action where necessary.

· Provide team leadership and motivation to all site personnel.

· Recognise staff training needs of all site team members and make available training in conjunction with the Safety and/or Group Manager – Business Processes.

· Participate in injury management / return to work activities for injured employees.

· Be conversant with and administer the Company Enterprise Bargaining Agreement.

Construction Programming

· Assess the project "buildability" to optimise the construction process.

· Prepare overall project construction program.

· Monitor the program and distribute to all relevant parties.

· Action the program and prepare and issue remedial programs.

· Submit all extensions of time in accordance with head contract conditions.

· Ensure that the short term programs are prepared by the Site Manager and/or the foreman and that they coincide with the overall program.

· Liaise with clients, authorities, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure that the work is being carried out to client expectations with regard to time and quality.

· Ensure the project is finished on time, every time.

· Achieve defects free completion.

Financial Administration

· Overall financial performance of the project.

· Arrange for the preparation of project budgets in consultation with the estimator and ensure these are correctly entered into the Jobpac system.

· Prepare monthly cost reports on time and issue and review with the Operations Manager.

· Prepare monthly client progress claims and submit to the Client. Ensure payment is received in accordance with contract conditions.

· Ensure that the budgeted margin is improved or at lease achieved.

· Ensure that there are no outstanding claims at Practical Completion.

Contract Administration

· Ensure the head contract document is signed and filed at head office.

· Be fully aware of all head contract and sub contract conditions.

· Take a strategic approach to the management of contract conditions

· Evaluation and selection of subcontractors and suppliers ensuring they are within budget and within limits of authority.

· Ensure that subcontract and supplier agreements are prepared and issued.

· Evaluate and approve payments to subcontractors and suppliers.

· Ensure all relevant subcontractor employment requirements are adhered to.

· Manage the submission and approval of all variations.

· Evaluate subcontractor performance on the project and initiate corrective action where appropriate.

· Prepare and/or review site reports and follow up on actions required.

Formal Communication

· Issue all necessary correspondence with clients, authorities, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.

· Arrange, attend and participate in all relevant meetings (i.e. project team meetings, safety meetings, quality focus workshops, Client meetings, Subcontractor coordination meeting, commissioning meetings etc.).

· Liaise with peers and colleagues to learn and develop a better understanding for ongoing company activities.

Post Completion Management

· To foster client relationships post construction and provide a level of service that meets or exceeds clients expectations

· Proactively encourage client awareness and utilisation of Operation & Maintenance Manuals

· Efficiently and effectively manage any issues that arise during the defects liability period.

· Chair PCM / Client meetings during the defects liability period

· Maintain PCM records, including but not limited to:

•   Defect registers 
  

•   PCM reports 
  

•   Relevant Meeting minutes e.g. – PCM / Client meeting
  

· Monitor trends in relation to issues/defects raised in the defects liability period in order to improve the level of service-delivery and build-quality of projects

· Develop and maintain the Lipman library of minimum acceptable standards based on knowledge captured in PCM records and investigations

Quality, Safety and Environment

· Take any reasonable actions consistent with the responsibilities of the position and subject to any limitations set by the Chief Operating Officer and Lipman’s policies, procedures and guidelines.

· Establish, implement and maintain a Project Plan in accordance with Lipman’s Management Systems and Client Requirements.

· Establish, monitor and maintain Project specific QSE objectives.

· Work towards “no lost injury time” on site on all projects.

· Comply with Lipman’s Management Systems, including statutory requirements.

· Fulfil the requirements of a Building Practitioner as defined in the NSW Design and Building Practitioners Act as applicable. Satisfy training requirements to maintain registration as a Building Practitioner.

· Lead by example to improve efficiency, safety and environmental performance, project quality and/or reduce cost.

· Initiate appropriate action to prevent the occurrence of incidents or non-conformities relating to Lipman, supplier/subcontractor, Client or visitor activities.

· Identify and record issues relating to project works, incidents, hazards, supplied products or services or systems of work.

· Control activities and processes in which deficiencies or issues have been identified until corrected.

· Investigate and recommend solutions for issues identified.

· Initiate, action or recommend solutions to rectify deficiencies or issues in a timely manner.

· Verify actions taken to resolve such deficiencies or issues are effective.

· Provide plant and equipment that is safe and maintained;

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Project Manager in the construction industry.

• Strong understanding of construction processes, methodologies, and safety regulations.

• Proven leadership and team management skills.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.

• Proficiency in project management software and tools.

• Training & Development

• Employee Discounts

• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling, well-being, legal, financial and Health

• Novated Leasing

• Work From Home - Flexible hours

• Paid Parental leave

• Recharge Day - extra day of leave each year

• and more