Deputy Construction Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 16, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 2, 2026.
If you’re looking for a career with a company that has a ‘Can Do’ attitude, then look no further than Primero. We’re a team of skilled and determined problem solvers, who back our projects, and each other. We’re energised by our culture, anchored by our values, and driven to deliver for our clients. Join us if you take pride in having a ‘Can Do’ attitude.
About Us
Primero, a subsidiary of NRW Holdings, is a multi-national engineering, procurement, and construction business. Since we were founded in 2011, we’ve grown and diversified, delivering projects in over ten different countries, spanning five continents, from locations in Australia and North America. Our rapid growth is testament to our ability to deliver quality project outcomes, safely and on time.
Working with us you’ll learn from some of the brightest and smartest minds in the business, while delivering important projects throughout Australia and overseas, giving you the opportunity to gain access to unique experiences across a huge range of sectors, from gold to lithium and new energy.
Find out what a career at Primero Can Do for you.
Your Opportunity
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Construction Manager to join our highly successful team as a Deputy Construction Manager on a $200m+ Civil/SMP/E&I Desalination & Water Treament Project in the Pilbara.
Reporting to the Site Construction Manager this role is responsible for managing execution of works on site and providing high level leadership to Multiple Area superintendents as well as forming part of a 3 Person Construction Management Team all on a 2:1 Roster.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Ensure safe completion of project scope, goals and deliverables in line with the contract
- Assisting the PM in management of project budgets, resources and staffing/labour to meet objectives and time frames
- Management of Internal and External relationships with key stakeholders
- Promote and ensure optimal results in safety and environmental management
- Regularly monitor the schedule and plan to ensure no slippage and delay.
- Review and understand project scope, goals and deliverables.
- Interpret plans and estimate costs and quantities of materials needed for construction
- Provide inputs into the Project CRAW and maintain the risk assessment as project phases change
- Achieve project KPI’s.
- Maintain good client relationships.
- Maintain team morale on site
- Manage in project personnel in line with the Primero Disciplinary Procedure.
What You ‘Can Do’
- Unwavering commitment and visible drive to ensure safety is the number one priority
- Experienced in the management of onsite multidisciplinary construction teams
- Competent in the development and management of construction schedules for all disciplines
- Able to manage and mitigate delays through redeployment of labour and schedule adjustment
- High level commercial acumen in recognising variations to the works under contract and forming extension of time claims
- Demonstrated experience in quality control and assurance
- Detailed understanding of commissioning phases and the role of construction in handing over to commissioning
- The ability to lead by example and inspire project teams in the field and in the office
- The ability to manage client expectations, protect the company image and influence outcomes
- Cost control skills including plant and labour management skills
- Competence in resolving HR/IR issues through adherence to the published Primero procedures
- Ability to forecast costs associated with changes to methodology and prolongation of plant and equipment
What we ‘Can Do’ for you:
- Competitive Compensation
- Contemporary Rostering
- Career Opportunities
- Paid Parental Leave
- Health and Wellbeing Support
- Benefits and Discounts
- Employee Referral Rewards
If you're looking for a career where you experience more 'Can Do', then we're the team for you.
APPLY NOW
If you believe you have what it takes and want to work for a company who put its people first, please apply now.
Primero is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages female, veteran and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.
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