Project Manager

WHY BAI COMMUNICATIONS

It's an exciting time to be part of BAI Communications. Building on our achievements in broadcasting, telecommunications and critical communications, we continue to expand our operations, helping connect people, support communities and advance economies.

We operate one of the world's most extensive broadcast networks, delivering fully managed television and radio services to 99% of the Australian population. During crises such as natural disasters, national broadcasters depend on BAI to maintain vital communications, while emergency services trust us to keep them connected and informed.

As 5G technology transforms connectivity, BAI leverages global experience to enable comprehensive coverage in challenging environments—buildings, tunnels, stadiums, and high-density areas. This expertise positions us at the forefront of intelligent, connected infrastructure development across Australia.

Our acquisition of Titan ICT has strengthened our mission-critical capabilities, adding deep expertise in mining, resources, and energy industries. This expansion enables robust solutions across Australia's most demanding operational environments.

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LET'S EXPLORE THE ROLE

Plan, execute and deliver projects to approved deadlines and budgets. The project manager coordinates the efforts of team members, internal staff, suppliers, third-party contractors, or consultants to deliver projects according to specification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Agree the project scope, goals, and deliverables in accordance with sponsor's requirements and in collaboration with the Senior Management and other stakeholders
• Prepare project specific costs estimates, forecast delivery timelines according to customer needs & within tight budget & resource constraints
• Accurate tracking of project scope, milestones, deliverables & budgets in adherence with approved baseline
• Create and execute project work plans, revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Proactively manage risks & issues by identifying risks (project/engineering/service risks/HSE or other) in the initiation phase, prepare & implement risk mitigation strategies with SME's to minimise risk exposure. Continual risk reviews throughout project lifecycle
• Manage any project changes proactively tracking & recording issues and submitting change requests in a timely manner
• Manage project-level Quality requirements, Environment and WHS obligations
• Conduct post implementation reviews, record lessons learnt and follow up actions
• Review design packs & SOW to provide feedback to engineering teams (internal and external) to ensure that project design aligns with project outcomes
• Lead project team members (from different departments) and serve as the focal/escalation point for timely resolution or escalation of project issues
• Coordinate planned outages and service releases for project activities within contract time frames.
• Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders
• Attend site to undertake surveys, conduct HSE tool box/audits, meetings, and/or handover activities.
• Prepare and present progress reports to the Senior Project Manager, Program Board, internal stakeholders and customers
• Provide support to account managers with insights to improve project business case

LET'S HEAR ABOUT YOU

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in delivery and management of civil/ structures/ telecom infrastructure projects, including managing complex projects
• Solid awareness of the end-to-end Bid-to-Build process
• Intermediate knowledge of Broadcast and Telecommunication systems
• Experience in design and construction contractor management
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Degree (or equivalent) in Project Management or a relevant Engineering discipline (e.g. Structures, Civil, Telecommunications) advantageous
• PMP certification or Practitioner Certification in the PRINCE2 methodology highly regarded
• Australian Driver's license will be required to independently visit construction sites, as required (usually once per quarter)

BENEFITS & CULTURE

At BAI, we value diversity and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse communities, people with disability, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Guided by our principles—One BAI Team, Customer First, Adapt and Learn, and Drive Sustainable Growth—we create an environment where you can thrive.