Civil Project Manager

The SEM Group of Companies is an innovative, Civil Construction business operating throughout South Australia. We have over 40 years of experience and knowledge in the Civil Construction Industry.

Join our diverse team and progress your career as a construction professional in a dynamic environment.

Your Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Project Manager to join our Civil team. The role will see you working from our Salisbury Plains office, reporting to the Construction Manager and working alongside the construction team. You will exhibit superior leadership, people management skills, with a proven ability to encourage a culture which promotes excellence, professionalism, teamwork and accountability. 

About the role:

Working closely with the senior management team, this role requires a proactive and dynamic individual with hands-on experience in a similar role. You will be responsible for overseeing the day to day running of Civil Construction projects. Your duties will include:

• Managing all aspects of a diverse range of civil construction projects to successful completion; on-time and on-budget.
• Comprehensive and articulate contracts management, administering contracts issued by clients, and producing Sub-Contract Agreements in accordance with the terms and conditions of the client. 
• Ensure all projects are completed in total compliance with the companies Integrated Management System for Safety, Quality and Environment.
• Establish and maintain a positive and productive client relationship to assist in project delivery and maximise the opportunity of repeat business.
• Utilising plant & labour resources to ensure cost-effective, safe delivery of projects.
• Producing monthly revenue and costs forecasting reports. 
• Effectively managing contractual matters, including variations and claims.
• Coaching, mentoring and training of relevant staff and identify and develop staff within the department.
• Achieving project completion to the satisfaction of our clients, and the company.

The following experience and attributes are required for the position: 

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or Construction Management - highly desirable.
• Proven track record delivering a wide range of Civil Engineering projects.
• You will have strong management skills with the ability to manage, mentor and coach a team of highly skilled people.
• Good negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• You will have excellent planning, organisation and communication skills allowing you to manage multiple priorities whilst delivering your project within time, cost and quality constraints.
• Full understanding of all safety, environment and quality systems, and a detailed knowledge of legislation associated with the local civil construction industry.
• Highly effective skills in negotiating, evaluating, and administering contracts, specifications, Australian standards.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Project

This is a full-time position and an excellent remuneration including fully serviced company vehicle.

Please ensure you have read the above information completely and meet the minimum selection criteria. Only Australian permanent residents are eligible to apply.

Only those short listed will be contacted.

We are committed to maintaining a workforce with meaningful equity and diversity, as well as a workplace that embraces and celebrates the value of all cultures and backgrounds. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply for this position.

If you believe you fit this role, please submit your CV and Cover Letter by clicking the 'apply now' button.