Construction Manager – SMP Infrastructure Project

About the role

Altrad, a specialist construction, maintenance and integrated industrial solutions provider across Australia, is seeking an experienced Construction Manager based in Perth's northern metropolitan area. The role supports the delivery of a major SMP infrastructure project at the Alkimos Desalination plant, forming part of the project's on-site Leadership Team. It covers the safe, efficient and coordinated delivery of construction works across multiple fronts, balancing safety, productivity and stakeholder expectations.

Key responsibilities

• Promote and lead a strong HSEQ culture across all construction activities.
• Lead and manage on-site construction activities across SMP scopes, ensuring safe and efficient execution.
• Oversee and coordinate supervisors, superintendents and subcontractors to drive aligned delivery outcomes.
• Work with project engineering and planning teams to implement practical construction strategies.
• Act as the main interface between site teams and the client's on-site representatives.
• Manage subcontractor performance, including mobilisation, productivity and compliance.
• Drive planning, scheduling and short-term lookaheads so works are delivered on time and to plan.
• Navigate SIMOPS and complex construction environments with a focus on safety, sequencing and efficiency.
• Contribute to commercial outcomes through resource management, cost control and issue resolution.

Required profile

• Significant experience in construction management within SMP projects, with substantial exposure to structural, mechanical and piping scopes valued at $50m+.
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary site teams, including supervisors, superintendents and subcontractors.
• Demonstrated experience delivering complex works on site, with a focus on safety, execution, constructability and productivity.
• Well-developed stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to resolve issues proactively.
• Strong commercial awareness, managing resources and monitoring costs.
• Working knowledge of construction planning and scheduling, including short-term lookaheads and alignment with master programs.
• Proven experience in Industrial Relations in a similar working environment.
• Full work rights in Australia; only applicants with them will be considered.

What we offer

• Structured career and leadership pathways (Grow@Altrad).
• Discounts on gyms, travel, wellbeing and lifestyle partners via an exclusive benefits app.
• Novated leasing options and corporate health insurance discounts.
• Inclusive and flexible work arrangements.
• Paid domestic and family violence leave.
• Reward and recognition programs.
• 24/7 wellbeing support through a Wellbeing Gateway app and an Employee Assistance Program.