Project Manager

About the Role

Ahrens is delivering a major construction project at Carrapateena, with further opportunities across existing Olympic Dam projects. As Project Manager, you’ll own the full project lifecycle, from pre-construction through execution to close-out, reporting directly to the General Manager.

You’ll lead the project end to end: budget, programme, safety, quality, subcontractors, and client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary client contact, managing queries, variations, and stakeholder communication.
• Lead project execution including resourcing, scheduling, task allocation, and subcontractor supervision.
• Monitor and report on progress, ensuring compliance with timelines, budgets, quality, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and authorities to deliver design intent and timely outcomes.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and performance reviews, implementing corrective actions where required.
• Provide strong leadership to project teams, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Prepare and deliver accurate progress and status reports.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.

About You

• Degree in engineering, construction management, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in mining or construction environments.
• Olympic Dam / BHP site experience highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, tools, and best practice.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making capability.
• Proficiency in project management systems for planning, scheduling, and reporting.
• Sound knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program, supporting you and your family’s health & wellbeing.
• Discounts to some of Australia’s leading corporate partners in private health insurance, gyms, travel, clothing, vehicles and more.
• Opportunities for career progression.

How to Apply

Please click “Apply Now” to submit your updated resume and cover letter. Further enquiries can be directed to Tracy Davidson, Talent Acquisition Specialist via email to ••••@ahrens.com.au.

Ahrens is an Equal Opportunity employer who recognises the value in a diverse workforce. We are dedicated to promoting an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all genders and people of Indigenous backgrounds.