Portfolio Leader - Capital Projects

  • Listed 15/1/25
  • Mining
  • Contract or Temp
  • QLD Other
We are partnering with a Tier-1 Mining Asset Owner to source a Portfolio Leader to lead and deliver a package of multidisciplinary capital projects across this brownfield operation while mentoring and managing a small team of talented professionals.
  
This is a Monday to Friday position that requires the individual to be based in Invercargill NZ with some remote work options available.

 Accountabilities:
  • Lead and deliver a portfolio of capital projects across various operational areas, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
  • Define project scopes and objectives, working closely with stakeholders to identify requirements and align outcomes with business needs.
  • Coordinate and manage third-party consultants and engineering services, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of services.
  • Develop tender packages for procurement, evaluate bids, and oversee contract negotiations and awards.
  • Monitor project progress by developing and maintaining schedules, managing risks, and implementing mitigation plans where necessary.
  • Collaborate with operations teams to align project activities with business priorities, ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
  • Provide construction management services, including site planning, contractor coordination, and resolving issues in real-time.
  • Lead project close-outs, ensuring all documentation, certifications, and operational readiness tasks are completed to hand over successfully to operations.
  • Lead and mentor a small team of Project and Construction Leads, driving a collaborative and team oriented environment
  • Provide guidance and feedback to support team members progression growth and development
  
About You:
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechanical, structural/civil, or electrical), project management or equivalent related experience
  • Proven experience in project management across the full lifecycle of projects throughout the mining, construction or heavy industrial sectors
  • Strong leadership skills with demonstrated success in managing and developing teams
  • Deep knowledge of project lifecycle management, including scope development, budgeting, and risk management.
  • Experience in procurement, tendering processes, and contractor management.
  • Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and adapt to evolving priorities
Benefits:
  • Join a global organisation with a local footprint!
  • An opportunity to lead a growing team overseeing a portfolio of projects
  • Strong project pipeline– offering long term security with exposure to a diverse range of projects throughout a complex brownfield mining environment
  • A diverse culture that is built upon on collaborative and supportive team environment
If you’re a seasoned project manager with a passion for leading teams and delivering results, we’d love to hear from you!

Please submit your resume in WORD format and we will be in touch accordingly.
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