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Construction Manager (Rail) – Melbourne, Australia
May 26, 2023 | Comments Off on Construction Manager (Rail) – Melbourne, Australia
We're people powered. Powered by people like you. So if you're dreaming of a new life down under then we have a number of opportunities that will interest you.
Laing O'Rourke are one of the premier infrastructure alliance contractors in Australia and we have a number of really exciting opportunities on some major rail projects in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth.
If the idea of working with a privately-owned business that backs their people to thrive in both their personal and professional lives, offers an industry-leading parental leave policy, flexible working arrangements and professional development programmes, then a career at Laing O'Rourke Australia should be something you are considering.
With these values and benefits in mind we are totally reshaping the way that the construction industry goes to work, and we need you to provide your knowledge and experience so we can keep doing what we do best.
We are currently seeking a Construction Manager for our Rail Operations hub in Melbourne.
Rail Operations is an internal business unit within Laing O'Rourke, specialising in the sole delivery of all aspects of Rail, working with a team of technical experts to deliver a high portfolio of work across Victoria.
Key Responsibilities
- Directly oversee construction activities on the project.
- Manage the stage gate process from the planning to the delivery stage
- Lead the technical interface of the works from to ensure the design requirements are met to the RIM specification
- Manage and lead the delivery engineering stream to ensure a successful delivery of all projects
- Ensure that the project construction team adopts and continually implements disciplines and procedures.
- Ensure construction processes are controlled and adheres to strict safety, quality, programme and financial guidelines.
About you
- Degree in Engineering (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical) or Construction Management.
- Significant experience in a rail project delivery environment and exposure managing teams for delivery phase of construction.
- Understanding of design, problem-solving capabilities, commercial acumen.
- Ability to communicate on all levels
About Us
Laing O'Rourke is a $6 billion international operation with 60 years of involvement in Australian construction and infrastructure, including nearly two decades under the Laing O'Rourke banner.
The business delivers projects as diverse as the environments in which they are built, from high security military bases and major rail transport infrastructure projects, through to landmark buildings at the transport interface. While we operate in every state and territory in Australia, Victoria is our fastest growing market.
In Melbourne, we are delighted to have been selected as the preferred proponent for North East Link's South Package with our partners Symal Group, WSP and Arcadis. We're proud to have been appointed to such a significant project for the State and look forward to working collaboratively with the Victorian Government and the North East Link Project Program to deliver a compelling, value for money solution, changing the way people move around Melbourne.
In Victoria, we are also currently delivering several projects for the Victorian Government's Level Crossing Removal Program (LXRP), as part of the South Eastern Program Alliance. The Alliance consists of Laing O'Rourke, Jacobs, Metro Trains Melbourne and LXRP as the Project Owner. We are also delivering the Melbourne Airport Rail early works, the Suburban Rail Loop initial and early works, Princes Highway East, Kilmany and Bridge Inn Road projects.
Laing O'Rourke provides relocation support to people who are moving to a new location, either long-term or permanently. We work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development.