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Deputy Manager Project

Perth, Western AustraliaFull-time2026-10-02 → 2026-11-11
On-site · Australia

Core

Support the Project Manager in driving end-to-end delivery of major construction projects across Civil, SMP, and E&I packages in the Pilbara region.

Role type

Deputy Project Manager (Construction)

Builds

Major construction projects for energy, resources, infrastructure, marine, and defence sectors

Domain

Heavy engineering and construction

Required skills

Project delivery management, multidisciplinary team leadership, subcontractor management, contractual notice preparation (variations, NODs, EOTs), scheduling, cost control, safety culture promotion, regulatory compliance

Preferred skills

Defence force experience, veteran status

Technologies

Project management software, scheduling tools

Responsibilities

Support the Project Manager in driving end-to-end project delivery across planning, execution, commercial performance, HSE leadership, and stakeholder engagement; Own key workstreams, lead multidisciplinary teams, and manage subcontractors to ensure milestones, budgets, and safety outcomes are achieved; Prepare and coordinate timely contractual notices, including variations, NODs, and EOTs, and assist with negotiations and closeout; Contribute to accurate weekly dashboards, progress updates, and project reporting; Promote a strong safety culture and drive continuous improvement across all project activities; Ensure compliance with environmental, regulatory, and quality requirements; Assist with planning, scheduling, and cost control functions to maintain project forecasts.