• Dynamic role managing large scale construction projects
• Working on pivotal, national infrastructure projects
• Sydney or Melbourne location

About AARNet

Australia’s Academic and Research Network (AARNet) was established in 1989 and is widely regarded as the founder of the Internet in Australia and renowned as the architect, builder and operator of world-class network infrastructure for research and education.

We are Australia’s National Research and Education Network (NREN). We connect over one million users—researchers, faculty, staff and students—at institutions across Australia, supporting education and research across a diverse range disciplines including high energy physics, climate science, genomics, radio astronomy and the arts.

We are an organisation of innovators, doers, and courageous thinkers. We are not constrained by traditional products and solutions and we constantly strive to build the solutions that our customers will need tomorrow – today. If you have the imagination, foresight and drive to build the future why not come and join us?

The Role

The Construction Manager, Major Works will manage & direct construction activities for large-scale telecommunications projects across Australia. Drawing on solid industry experience delivering major civil infrastructure projects, the Construction Manager will exhibit a strong ability to resolve complex construction challenges and deliver quality project outcomes.

The individual in this role is articulate and perceptive, with an ability to effectively listen and understand key project requirements. Collaborating closely with multiple internal functions including Design, Field and Project Management, you will be highly skilled at communicating complex construction information in a clear and concise manner.

The role will require you to oversee and coordinate the civil construction activities of critical (primarily regional) infrastructure projects that allow AARNet to successfully deliver the next generation of telecommunications network to Australia’s academic and research sector. You will manage projects that are located across Australia from your base, with the opportunity to travel on occasion.

Responsibilities

• Direct and control civil construction activities for complex, large-scale telecommunications infrastructure builds, ensuring they successfully meet design construction specifications, required project objectives and AARNet’s quality and safety standards.
• Effectively manage and monitor construction performance and progress, proactively analysing project construction information and use construction methodologies to make effective project delivery decisions
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of broader project requirements & objectives, by collaborating with internal Route Designers, Project Managers & Field staff to effectively anticipate construction-based challenges and proactively mitigate risks to delivery
• Implement and maintain rigorous quality and safety management measures within projects
• Manage project volumes and deliver a range of construction builds that meet a variety of technical and timing requirements
• Empathise and engage meaningfully with project stakeholders (both internal and external), drawing on strong interpersonal & communication skills to resolve conflict and network positive delivery outcomes for impacted parties.
• Identify, plan and implement resolutions to complex construction challenges, presenting solution plans to your leader if you need to escalate challenges
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with suppliers by providing direction on projects, ensuring timely support on queries, and fostering positive working relationships for AARNet
• Producing valuable documentation as required

Expertise, experience & qualifications

• Australian Citizen
• Tertiary level qualification in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or equivalent, or substantial experience in a similar role
• Robust knowledge of/experience with telecommunications infrastructure construction- building Telco projects in different regions and demographics
• SHEQ knowledge and experience in similar sized infrastructure projects
• Formal Project Management Certification(s) or extensive demonstrated experience

Important skills

• Competent using a broad range of office software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel & Project and are comfortable using scheduling software applications
• Subcontractor Management and Compliance
• A robust understanding of Quality and Safety management frameworks for large scale Telco projects
• Understanding of project-based risk management is essential
• Excellent time management skills as well as Strong planning and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management ability

Conditions of employment

AARNet is committed to diversity and providing equal opportunity to all. We’re a great place to work if you want to make a difference.

AARNet provides competitive remuneration and a host of other benefits including:

• 17% superannuation;
• Flexible work options;
• Options to purchase additional Annual Leave;
• 2 days paid Women’s Wellness Leave per month;
• 24 weeks paid Parental Leave – Primary Carer;
• Welcome back to AARNet superannuation payment – on unpaid Parental Leave for Primary Carer;
• 4 weeks paid Birth Trauma Leave;
• 24 weeks paid - Adoption Leave;
• 16 weeks paid Parental Leave – Secondary Carer;
• 5 days paid – First Nations Cultural Leave;
• 2 days paid Family Wedding Leave;
• 24 weeks paid – Foster Carer Leave;
• 5 days paid – Fertility Leave;
• 8 weeks paid – Gender Affirmation Leave;
• Strong Equal Opportunity focus;
• Sector leader in Social Responsibility and Ethics; and
• A culture and company structure that allows your career to grow with access to leading edge technologies