Deputy Manager Project

The Company

Civmec is an Australian-owned, integrated, multidisciplinary heavy engineering and construction services provider to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation, supporting a wide range of landmark projects and providing variety and career development opportunities for our workforce.

Join the Civmec Team

Civmec is seeking motivated Deputy Project Managers, ideally Senior Project Engineers who are ready to step into their next career move. You’ll support the delivery of major construction projects across Civil, SMP, and E&I packages, contributing to high‑profile works within a dynamic project environment. Working closely with the Project Manager and internal stakeholders, you’ll help drive project performance, coordination, and execution.

• The role is offered on a 2:1 FIFO roster, providing strong career progression within a leading national contractor.

The Role

• Support the Project Manager in driving end‑to‑end project delivery across planning, execution, commercial performance, HSE leadership, and stakeholder engagement.
• As the on-site Project Manager you will be owning key workstreams, leading multidisciplinary teams, managing subcontractors, and ensuring milestones, budgets, and safety outcomes are achieved.
• Prepare and coordinate timely contractual notices, including variations, NODs, and EOTs, and assist with negotiations and closeout.
• Maintain strong communication with internal teams, subcontractors, and the client to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Contribute to accurate weekly dashboards, progress updates, and project reporting.
• Promote a strong safety culture and drive continuous improvement across all project activities.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, regulatory, and quality requirements.
• Assist with planning, scheduling, and cost control functions to maintain project forecasts.

About You

• A relevant engineering degree.
• Experience supporting project delivery across civil, SMP, or E&I scopes.
• Strong coordination skills with internal teams, subcontractors, and clients.
• Ability to prepare variations, claims, and EOTs with accuracy and timeliness.
• Confidence in reporting, scheduling, and contributing to weekly dashboards.
• A commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Solid understanding of environmental and regulatory requirements.

Civmec + You

At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace built on family values, with a ‘Never Assume' culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. We believe our workforce is our greatest asset, and that's why we provide an environment rich in career development opportunities to upskill and develop professionally. We offer 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers and 1 week for permanent secondary caregivers. Our generous Reward and Recognition scheme recognises employees that go the extra mile. Our staff benefits scheme gives you access to accident and sickness insurance, and a range of travel, entertainment, vehicle and lifestyle discounts.

How to Apply

Please click the “apply” link to start your application. We look forward to starting the pathway to your career with Civmec.

Alternatively, please email recruitment@civmec.com.au for a confidential chat or call our Recruitment Team on (08) 6595 5888.

Civmec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Defence force experience is desirable, and veterans are encouraged to apply. We respectfully request no agency submissions.
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