Construction Manager

Requisition ID: 287492

• 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:

To supervise the delivery of a new project to ensure the project is delivered to scope, quality, time and budget within the Business' objectives for Safety, Security and Environmental standards

In this role, you will manage direct reports and lead interdisciplinary teams to establish construction methods and support activities. You will oversee the construction process, review plans and specifications for costs and constructability, manage corporate processes and procedures, and lead proposal preparation. Your recommendations for studies, lessons learned, project assessments, and new methods will optimize completion of project construction activities.

Major Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the work by contractors is undertaken in a manner that addresses and eliminates personnel and environmental hazards, and ensure that risk analysis, health risk assessments, and work method statements, where required, are in place.
• Actively interface with the Program Engineering, Construction Interface, Work Health and Safety, Environment and Sustainability, Community, Workplace Relations, Contract Management and other relevant teams to ensure Program delivery priorities are maintained.
• Review all contractor submittals including construction schedules, costs, reports, changes and trends as required.
• Review design documents, change orders, material requisitions and specifications for construction associated with the contractor's scope of works.
• Ensure that Contractor has an Building Control Permit or exemption in place prior to commencing the works.
• Ensure that Contractor has a Consent approval in place prior to commencing the works.
• Ensure that WHS permits and review/monitor relevant WHS permits are in place on site.
• Attend construction and toolbox meetings.
• Conduct and review safety audits.
• Liaise, support and assist internal stakeholders regarding to onsite project related activities and logistics.
• Review and monitor traffic management on site.
• Review quality control, monitor key construction risks and activities.

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
• Certificate IV in Civil Construction Supervision (RII40720) is highly recommended
• Traffic Management and WHS Risk Management training are essential
• White Card (Construction Induction Card) – mandatory for site access

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• 5+ years in civil construction, with 2+ years on major infrastructure projects
• Proven ability to manage asphalt and concrete paving, earthworks, and drainage systems under strict standards
• Experience coordinating with authorities, contractors, and engineering consultants

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. #LI-HY1

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.

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

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