Construction Lead
About the role
Primary Location
Epping, VIC
Job Description Summary
Service Stream’s Power division are currently seeking an experienced Construction Lead to join our growing company.
About the Role
You will be responsible for undertaking the planning, quoting and delivery of projects or parts of projects under contract for customers, ensuring that time, scope, costs, safety and quality objectives are met.
Nature of position: Permanent, Full Time
Location: Epping, Melbourne
Reporting Line: Account Manager
Key Responsibilities
Plan and manage assigned projects from initiation through to project closure
Responsible for project outcomes
Project scope definition and scope control
Project scheduling including on-time delivery
Project communication including reporting, project stakeholder management and management of project information systems
Management of project procurement activities including subcontract tendering and head/subcontract contract administration
Management of the design, procurement, fabrication, construction, installation, testing and commissioning processes to complete project deliverables
Contribute to the ongoing improvement of the company’s project management systems and processes
Develop strong customer relationships at the project level
Manage the delivery of customer projects to ensure high levels of client satisfaction
Manage all commercial aspects of the project in cooperation with the Works/Operations/Project Manager
Ensure that the project activities achieve or better target completion dates
Manage accurate project scheduling to ensure that delivery plans are realistic and achievable
Review the status of project activities on a regular basis to ensure that activities are completed on time; develop contingency plans and implement corrective actions to deal with performance deviations
About You
Engineering or business related degree, trade qualification or substantial industry experience Experience in the application of structured project management methodologies to a wide range of projects
Hold a current construction induction card
Valid driver’s licence
Project Management experience in a contracting organisation or project based business or similar with a proven ability to operate in a dynamic “live” environment and to meet project hurdles
Over 2 years’ experience in project management of projects within Distribution Underground conduit and cable industry
Contract management of customer and supply contracts up to $4M in value
Ability to understand technical aspects of the work undertaken by the team (procurement, design, construction, operation and maintenance)
Understanding of power distribution networks, processes and procedures
Knowledge of work structures, conditions, tools and equipment used by team construction staff
Ability to manage and takes accountability for all project functions.
Financial Management: ability to maintain budgets & drive cost accountability
HSEQ– risk assessment, legislative compliance
Core programming skills
About Us
Service Stream, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading national service provider to develop and operate Australia's essential communications, energy and water networks in the telecommunications, utilities and transport industries. We specialise in the design, construction and maintenance of new and existing networks, and deliver end-to-end engineering and asset management solutions on behalf of our blue-chip client base.
Service Stream is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, LGBTQI and other diverse groups to strengthen relationships and benefit our people, clients, and communities.
Service Stream are a signatory to the Veterans Employment Commitment. We value the skills and experience of ex-ADF members and their partners and will strongly consider veterans who meet the key criteria for our employment opportunities.
Service Stream does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from external Recruitment or Labour Hire Companies.
Department
Construction
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