Assistant Project Manager - Electrical/Mechanical

Description

• Monitor and report on project progress, including schedule tracking, milestone reporting, and risk mitigation.
• Support compliance with all relevant Defence protocols, environmental standards, and safety procedures.
• Assist with financial management, including budget tracking, variations, and cost reporting.
• Participate in design reviews, providing technical input on electrical/mechanical systems and compliance with NAVFAC/Defence requirements.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, consultants, and Defence representatives to ensure program alignment and issue resolution.
• Support end-to-end project delivery, including planning, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Assist in the coordination of MEP works, ensuring integration with architectural and structural components.
• Manage and track project documentation, including RFIs, ITPs, RFTs, QA/QC records, and technical submittals.
• Contribute to stakeholder engagement, internal coordination, and documentation for client reporting.

Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (mandatory).
• Previous experience on Defence infrastructure projects or NAVFAC frameworks is highly desirable.
• Proficient in MS Office
• Familiarity with construction documentation, technical specifications, and compliance frameworks.
• Must pass Background Check.
• Based in Darwin or willing to relocate (relocation support available for the right candidate).
• Familiarity with project management tools (Microsoft Project or Primavera P6).
• Strong working knowledge of project management principles, including scheduling, procurement, QA/QC, and cost control.
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in building construction projects, with exposure to vertical infrastructure and MEP systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a structured, process-driven environment with strong documentation skills.

Benefits

• Permanent full-time position on a nationally significant Defence infrastructure project.
• Join a collaborative team of experienced professionals in a supportive, high-performance culture.
• Competitive remuneration package and relocation assistance (if required).
• Career growth into Project Management roles with ongoing mentorship and development.
• Opportunity to work on a high-value, technically complex vertical construction project.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance