About Laing O'Rourke

Laing O’Rourke is a $6 billion international operation with 70 years of involvement in Australian construction and infrastructure, including nearly two decades under the Laing O’Rourke banner. The business delivers projects as diverse as the environments in which they are built, from high security military bases and major rail transport infrastructure projects, through to landmark buildings at the transport interface. Laing O’Rourke owns one of Australia’s largest plant and equipment hire company called Select Plant Australia. We know the right culture combined with purposeful technology will help us meet demand and deliver certainty for our clients. That’s the #powerofexperience.

About the Project:

RAAF Base Darwin is one of the Air Force's main forward operating bases. The Mid-Term Refresh Project will provide Base Support Infrastructure improvements at RAAF Darwin to support the sustained operation of the Base. The Project will develop and deliver new main and heavy vehicle entrances along with support civil and infrastructure works. It will also replace the potable water, fire water, and sewer reticulation networks on the Base.

In December 2024, Defence awarded Laing O’Rourke as the Managing Contractor for the delivery of the project with Construction forecast to be completed by mid-2027.

About the role

We are currently seeking a Planning and Project Controls Manager to join us on the project in Darwin, NT. This role will support in the development and implementation of project strategy for planning, delivering the optimum delivery methodology and the coordination of resources.

Key responsibilities

• Execute time-related issues in the contract
• Develop Programmes throughout all project stages
• Integrate 3D CAD models and programmes
• Maintain programme and other time related material that ensure that the sequence and timing of all operations considered/optimised for the successful project completion within the required time constraints
• Understand, communicate the sequence of activities that are critical for the delivery of the project; and the consequences of not completing other planned activities
• Implementation of robust Project Controls and accurate reporting and forecasting

About you

• Degree or equivalent in an Engineering- or Construction-related discipline
• Good communicator – verbal and written
• Problem solving capabilities, communication skills, team player
• Microsoft office, Navisworks, PRISMG2 and Primavera P6.

Benefits

We work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. We offer industry-leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry leading paid parental leave policy, an additional purchased leave option and coaching programs for staff on parental leave.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. Laing O’Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Laing O'Rourke actively supports a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Download our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan at https://www.laingorourke.com/company/diversity-and-inclusion

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.