Project Contract Manager - Bridges Engineering

Job Description Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we’ll help you go all the way. Who are we looking for? We're looking for an Project Contract Manager - Bridges Engineering to work with our client Main Roads WA in Northam. This is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity, working 42.5 hours per week, supporting the development, procurement and delivery of bridge infrastructure projects across Western Australia. We're seeking qualified civil engineers who enjoy taking ownership of projects from concept through to construction. You'll be responsible for managing project development activities, coordinating design inputs, engaging with stakeholders and overseeing procurement and delivery activities to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with project objectives. Working with an energetic and high-performing team, this role offers a variety of work and will see you involved in: Managing the development and delivery of bridge infrastructure projects from planning through to constructionPreparing project scopes and design briefs while coordinating consultants and design activitiesLeading stakeholder engagement, consultation and project coordination activitiesManaging environmental, heritage, land and utility service investigations and approvalsCoordinating procurement activities, including preparation of tender documentation and contractor engagementManaging contracts during delivery to ensure compliance with project requirements, budgets and schedulesMonitoring project performance and proactively managing risks, issues and opportunitiesBuilding and maintaining strong working relationships with contractors, consultants, clients and key stakeholdersSupporting financial management activities including forecasting, budget monitoring and reportingContributing to the successful delivery of bridge replacement and infrastructure improvement projects What you will bring to the team: Degree-qualified Civil Engineer3-8 years' experience in civil engineering, infrastructure delivery, project management or contract management environmentsDemonstrated experience managing engineering or infrastructure projects through development and delivery phasesSound understanding of project and contract management principles and practicesExperience managing consultants, contractors and project stakeholdersExposure to bridge, road, transport or civil infrastructure projectsStrong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skillsAbility to coordinate multiple project activities, priorities and technical inputsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExperience managing project budgets, schedules and financial performance Highly regarded Experience delivering bridge replacement or bridge rehabilitation projectsExperience with Main Roads WA or similar government infrastructure programsExperience in procurement, tendering and contract administrationCPEng status or progression towards chartership Interested? Apply now. GHD has been appointed by Main Roads Western Australia to deliver a state-wide Operational Asset Management Support Service (AMSS) contract. Under this contract, GHD provides centralised and regional support to assist Main Roads manage and maintain the State Road network. GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities. GHD embraces hybrid work arrangements to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where GHD people can thrive, this supports the diverse needs of our workforce while balancing the benefits of remote working with the value of face-to-face collaboration in the office. We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage. About Us Come together and make a meaningful impact. We bring our people together to create something bigger and solve some of the world's most complex problems. Come and experience the power of commitment and see strategy and ideas come to life when you join GHD. Let's drive real change. Our Pledge to You At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today. See where your commitment could take you. That’s the #PowerOfCommitment Who We Are GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents. The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.