Construction Phase Design Manager

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Cross Yarra Partnership (CYP) has been contracted by Melbourne Metro Rail Authority, on behalf of the Victorian Government, to design, build and maintain the stations and tunnels for the Metro Tunnel Project. CYP brings together three of Australia's leading construction partners, John Holland Lendlease and Bouygues Construction, that possess the world's best experience in tunnelling, engineering and construction.

This multi-Billion-dollar Metro Tunnel Project will untangle the City Loop by taking three of Melbourne’s busiest train lines through a new tunnel under the city. It will create a new end-to-end train line from Sunbury to Cranbourne/Pakenham, with twin nine-kilometre tunnels and five new underground stations at Arden (to be renamed North Melbourne), Parkville, Anzac, and two new CBD stations - State Library and Town Hall - which will directly connect to the City Loop.

We currently have an opportunity available for an accomplished Design Construction Phase Services Manager to play key role in execution of this iconic Melbourne project.

As the Design Construction Phase Services Manager your role will be to apply contemporary practices in construction methodology to complete assigned works in compliance with client expectations, company objectives and all contractual obligations. In addition, but not limited to you will be required to perform and oversee the following;

• Authorise construction planning, programming and completion schedules
• Authorise engagement of subcontractors, management of subcontractor work to achieve outcomes, and all major subcontract variations
• Assist in the implementation, monitoring and review of a construction management plan
• Monitor progress, ensuring that work quality and techniques are of a high standard and report regularly on project performance, and cost against company objectives
• Ensure correct supervisory levels, construction cost, schedule and change management
• Ensure that HSE requirements and risk controls are considered in all construction planning and processes
• Ensure that stakeholders are actively engaged and that beneficial relationships between the project and the client, subcontractors, community and other external parties are developed and maintained

To be successful in this key role, you must be able to demonstrate current or prior experience with the following;

• Minimum 15 years’ experience gained on construction, engineering or associated projects
• Tertiary degree in Engineering, Science, Building, Construction or equivalent
• Contemporary practices in construction methodology
• Contractual, legal, commercial, industrial relations and legislative compliance management
• People and performance management experience including industrial relations / unions
• Advanced financial management including cost reduction and meeting budgets
• Development and delivery of a process and/or product system of audits and schedules
• Advanced skills in relevant computer software packages
• Quantitative and qualitative safety, environment and quality risk assessment

This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a major city shaping project. A role on the Melbourne Metro Project presents a long-term opportunity. Consideration will be given to applicants that are able to demonstrate the relevant background and experience outlined.

To apply please click on and follow the links as directed ensuring you upload a current up to date CV that clearly highlights your experience relevant to this role and your application.

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