Project Manager - Apron Projects

Requisition ID: 298619

• Relocation Authorized: None
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Perth, WA

Extraordinary Teams Building Inspiring Projects

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report.

Project Overview

Bechtel helps clients deliver projects of purpose that create a lasting positive legacy globally. These large, complex and multi-disciplined projects create jobs and grow economies; improve the resiliency of the world’s infrastructure; connect communities to resources and opportunities; get us closer to net zero; tackle critical environmental challenges to protect people and the planet; and accelerate progress to make the world a cleaner, greener, safer place.

Bechtel is providing a wide variety project and contract management services, crossing all disciplines, to customers in Western Australia to support exciting capital works programmes, including in aviation, defence and energy infrastructure. We are looking for people to join us in a long-term relationship to deliver these services in and around Perth where we are working within integrated teams with our customers and to help build Bechtel’s capabilities for even greater opportunities in the future.

Job Summary

The Project Manager leads planning, scope definition, and stakeholder coordination to deliver projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with the project's standards.

Major Responsibilities

Leadership / Supervision

• Coordinate project resources, allocate work, monitor performance, and support team development through communication, mentoring, and coaching.
• Monitor that processes and procedures are fully developed and implemented.
• Engage stakeholders, facilitate collaboration, and define, document, and manage project requirements to ensure alignment with business needs and project objectives.

Planning / Productivity

• Develop and manage project plans, scope, schedules, resources, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes aligned with organisational frameworks.
• Identify, assess, and manage risks, issues, dependencies, contracts, and project changes, ensuring appropriate governance, approvals, and mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and present reports and forecasts, including summaries of construction progress and expenditure forecasts.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, quality, and project outcomes, contributing to organisational best practice.

Safety & Quality

• Actively monitor contractor compliance with safety requirements and encourage contractors to perform in a safe manner.
• Monitor work activities and the quality of work performed by the contractor.

Commercial / Contracts

• Prepare Request for Tender (RFT) documentation and actively participate in bid evaluation and recommendations to award.
• Actively participate through the procurement phase including evaluations and recommendations to award.
• Develop contractor claim mitigation and claim avoidance strategies.

Education And Experience Requirements

Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge And Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering , Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline combined with over 5 years of relevant professional experience in project or construction management.
• Demonstrated technical knowledge of construction systems, applications of engineering, and construction methods and materials relevant to major infrastructure or aviation projects.
• Experience working with and managing contracts, including monitoring deliverables and ensuring compliance with project requirements.
• Knowledge of construction practices and project economics, along with awareness of new and emerging methods of design and construction.
• Strong project management skills, with exposure to planning, scheduling, cost tracking, and risk management.
• Effective interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact closely with clients, contractors, and internal teams while maintaining commercial awareness.

Desirable Experience

• Prior involvement in aviation or large -scale infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with project information systems and collaboration platforms (e.g., Aconex, SharePoint, MS Project).
• Ability to contribute to continuous improvement in project delivery processes.
• Strong foundation for developing into a senior project management role, with potential for leadership growth.

Total Rewards/Benefits

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Diverse Teams Build The Extraordinary

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to [email protected]