Project Manager

Job Description:

Lead line-stringing construction projects to ensure the agreed scope is delivered within budget, quality and customer expectations.

• Project Planning and Scheduling:

• Ensure the agreed scope of works, associated budget and quality standards are understood by all parties
• Define and manage project governance framework and structure including lifecycle stage and decisions
• Work closely with engineering and design teams to develop comprehensive project plans, construction schedules, and timelines.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to gather and document project requirements, objectives, and deliverables.
• Conduct site inspections and reconnaissance to determine equipment and resource requirements and whether standard construction procedures are fit for purpose. Facilitate solutioning to resolve any issues and risks identified.
• Develop detailed construction project plans, including work breakdown structures (WBS), timelines, milestones, and critical path analysis.
• Create and maintain project schedules using appropriate project management tools and software.
• Continuously monitor project progress and compare it against established project plans, making adjustments as necessary.
• Complete project status reports as required by project sponsor and Program Management Office.

• Resource Coordination:

• Collaborate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely availability of materials, equipment, and resources required for construction activities.
• Manage resource allocation, including labour, subcontractors, and equipment, to optimise project efficiency.

• Issues and Risk Management:

• Facilitate the timely resolution of or escalation project issues as per the agreed governance structure.
• Identify potential risks related to construction challenges, regulatory compliance, weather impacts, and other external factors
• Conduct risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate potential challenges.
• Implement risk management processes and ensure proactive measures are taken to address identified risks.

• Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with customer and principal contractor project teams, including team leads, and subject matter experts, to ensure alignment and integration of construction plans.
• Liaise with internal teams, contractors, regulatory authorities, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals and expectations.
• Coordinate resources and manage dependencies to ensure smooth project execution.

• Quality and Safety Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with industry-specific quality standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with safety officers and quality control teams to maintain a safe and high-quality construction environment.

• Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including project plans, schedules, status reports, and meeting minutes.
• Generate regular progress reports and updates for relevant stakeholders, highlighting key achievements, challenges, and proposed solutions.

• Continuous Improvement:

• Lead project post-mortems to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of best practices, processes, and templates to enhance overall project management.