Project Manager - Energy Projects

About the role

UON, an integrated energy company in Western Australia providing turnkey energy and water solutions to the mining sector, is looking for an experienced electrical-focused Project Manager to join its Energy team in Malaga, Perth. The role leads the project team across all Energy projects, keeping them controlled and coordinated to the client's standard while meeting or exceeding quality, time, safety and profit objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure operational, functional and management control processes are in place to achieve project objectives.
• Lead and guide the project team to complete projects according to contractual documentation, company standards and procedures, including supervising and scheduling activities.
• Control project programming, cost control, quality control, procurement, contracts administration, supervision, general site administration and subcontractor activities.
• Develop and review construction plans, monitor progress and keep projects on schedule and within quality and cost estimates.
• Ensure subcontractors and suppliers meet HSE, environmental, quality and employee relations requirements.
• Forecast ongoing resource needs and review weekly and monthly programme status, driving the team to finish work on time and efficiently.

Required profile

• Degree in Engineering/Construction or equivalent.
• At least 5 years' experience in a similar role.
• Cert IV in Leadership and Management or equivalent.
• Project management qualification (PMP, CAPM) or equivalent experience as a project manager.
• Experience in mining and resources sector water/energy projects.
• Experience in strategic planning, risk management and/or change management.
• Proven track record of successful projects exceeding $5M+ value.
• Unrestricted right to work in Australia.

Required skills

• Estimating, contract management, program financial management, supply chain management, performance reporting, budget preparation and stakeholder management.
• Contract negotiation with knowledge of contract law, OHS legislation and employment law.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Financial, risk, commercial, contractual and human resource management skills.

What we offer

• A corporate health cover plan exclusive to UON employees.
• Training and development programs, including apprenticeships, traineeships and internal training.
• Career development opportunities.
• An active social club.