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As a proud member of the VINCI Constructions Group conglomerate, Seymour Whyte has been a fixture in Australia for over 35 years. We blend the agility and personal touch of a Tier 2 company with the expertise of a Tier 1 giant. Backed by the resources of one of the world's largest construction companies, VINCI, we offer our employees and clients the ultimate trifecta of benefits. Collaborating closely with esteemed sister companies like HEB Construction, Soletanche Bachy, Freyssinet, and VINCI Construction Grands Projets, we ensure unparalleled excellence in every project we undertake.

As part of our diversification strategy, we are now seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Water team in Sydney. Ideally, we are looking for applications from people who have experience in Wastewater Treatment Plants, Desalination Plants, Oil & Gas, and Pipelines construction projects.

Our teams are multi-skilled, working with us, you’ll be given the opportunity to work on a range of projects and disciplines including water, civil engineering, and utilities all the while being fully supported to reach your goals. We are networked within a decentralised global organisation allowing easy access to a global ‘knowledge bank’ of resources, methods, and expertise where you can leverage the many business units within the VINCI group that specialise in all types of projects.

About you:

• Oversee projects exceeding $100M, ensuring adherence to schedule, quality, and budget.
• Coordinate with the Regional Construction Manager to authorize construction plans and schedules for timely project completion.
• Monitor compliance with performance specifications throughout the project duration.
• Assess abnormal risks in tender documents.
• Prepare and submit major contractual claims.
• Preference for experience in the kick-off pre-contracts stage, though not essential.
• Proven multi-disciplined experience within the construction industry.

The successful applicant will have the following skills and experience:

• A Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) or its equivalent.
• 10+ years post-graduate experience within a Principal Contractor environment.
• Experience in managing hard dollar projects over $100M in project value.
• Previous history of working on a range of treatment plant or wastewater treatment plants, desalination, oil & gas, and pipeline projects essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Current C-Class Driver’s License.

We have a range of benefits available for our employees:

Health & Wellbeing

• Discounted fertility treatments.
• Mental health support & employee assistance programs.
• Unmind - access our free wellness app.
• Seasonal vaccinations.
• Corporate discounted private health insurance plan.
• WHEREFIT – Fitness & Wellbeing benefits over 2,000 unique offers at up to 40% off.
• Workplace giving – contribute to charity through your pay, and receive tax benefits.

Time for life / Work life balance

• Birthday leave.
• A range of flexibility options.
• Paid Parental Leave and parental support.
• Purchased leave program to encourage your work/life balance.
• Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Financial wellbeing

• Employee referral bonuses.
• Salary sacrifice novated lease.
• Competitive market benchmarked remuneration.
• Salary continuance insurance for eligible employees.
• Regular company-hosted financial wellbeing webinars.
• Generous employee share program with VINCI.
• Unique bonus scheme generously rewards staff for strong performance.

Career development

• One-on-one mentoring programs.
• Executive female mentoring and coaching.
• Free NAWIC memberships for all staff.
• Global mobility.
• A variety of training & development options.
• Leadership development programs.

Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore all applicants must hold a current Driver’s License and have their own transport.

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction to having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

Next steps:

• Submit your CV online to apply for this role.
• All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check.

To learn more about us, visit www.seymourwhyte.com.au

Reference code: 493983

This role is being managed by our internal HR team; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.