Concrete Project Manager | Melbourne

CONCRETE PROJECT MANAGER Heidelberg Materials Australia is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Project Manager to join our team in Victoria. This role is based at Doncaster, with travel requirements around Metro Melbourne, particularly Melbourne's northern and eastern. You will be responsible for the successful delivery of construction projects, ensuring all activities align with budget, schedule, and quality targets. This role requires a strong focus on planning, safety, and effective communication, managing both internal and external stakeholders to achieve project goals. Key Responsibilities: Project Management: Oversee the construction of plant and equipment in accordance with the Heidelberg Materials Project Management Framework & AFE, ensuring the project stays on time, on budget, and meets quality standards. Planning & Monitoring: Develop and monitor detailed project plans, track progress, and manage all activities to meet time, cost, and quality requirements.

Documentation & Compliance: Prepare and review key project documents such as pre-feasibility assessments, contract documentation, and environmental management plans. Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations, including the National Construction Code and Australian Standards. Stakeholder Management: Engage with internal teams (Operations Managers, Commercial Managers, etc.) and external stakeholders (engineers, contractors, regulatory bodies) to ensure project success. Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments and address safety, quality, and environmental concerns. Investigate incidents and promote best practices & effectively manage all risks associated with projects in line with Heidelberg Materials Risk & Environmental policies and processes. Training & Development: Utilize available training resources to familiarize yourself with concrete & quarry plant functions and continuously improve project management practices.

Undertake operational improvement programs as specified to improve costs, availability, performance, customer service & operational excellence. Analyse strategic opportunities for market expansion using capital expenditure evaluation models and report on feasibilities of other capital investments. Capital expenditure budgets Skills & Competencies: Strong knowledge of project management principles, construction methodologies (civil & mechanical), and OH&S standards. Ability to influence stakeholders and lead teams effectively. Experience in risk management, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and environmental initiatives. Competence in Microsoft Office Suite, SAP, and basic computer systems. Proficient in AutoCAD is preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with effective negotiation abilities.

Experience & Qualifications: At least 5 years of experience in a supervisory/management role or above, within the construction or quarry/concrete batch plant industry. Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a Project Management or Engineering position. Trade qualification or secondary schooling completion required. A Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Building and Construction, or Project Management is highly desirable. What we offer: You will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package, including a fully maintained company vehicle, laptop & phone. You’ll be part of growing global organisation. You’ll be provided ongoing career and development opportunities. Heidelberg Materials Australia is an equal opportunity employer, and we employ people from all walks of life.

We’re all individuals and we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, LGBTQI+ community, as long as you have full Australian work rights and can turn up every day “fit for work”, then we'd love to hear from you. We are seeking to fill this role immediately. If you are interested, please apply now! Shaping the future, building successes Heidelberg Materials – your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry. As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story. Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions – setting new standards for the industry.

In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you’re not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re shaping your own. Let’s get to work! Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.