• Working Across an Iconic Big Build Project
• Industry Leading Benefits
• Career Progression Opportunities

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 opportunity

The Victorian Government is upgrading the Eastern Freeway with new express lanes, new traffic management technology and Melbourne’s first dedicated busway. These changes will slash travel times and improve public transport in Melbourne’s east.

Laing O’Rourke is part of the Eastern Freeway – Burke to Tram Alliance with Major Road Projects Victoria, Symal, Arcadis and WSP. Our scope of work includes a new interchange connecting the Eastern Freeway to the North East Link tunnels, major road and bridge upgrades between Burke Road and Tram Road, smart traffic management technology upgrades and new noise protection to meet Victoria’s toughest traffic noise standards. The local community will also benefit from new and upgraded walking and cycling connections, upgrades to Koonung Creek Reserve and revitalised wetlands and open spaces.

About the role

We are currently seeking a Planning and Project Controls Manager to join us on the Eastern Freeway – Burke to Tram Alliance.

This is your opportunity to take the lead in managing and overseeing Project Controls on an iconic mega project, while reporting cost and schedule status to the Package Director

Key responsibilities

• ​Provide strategic leadership to drive the delivery of innovative, effective, and efficient planning solutions that align with industry best practices. 
• ​Ensure the identification and management of critical project milestones, production outputs, and resource requirements to support proactive project management and successful delivery. 
• ​Collaborate with legal and project teams to prepare, analyse, and resolve extension of time (EOT) claims and other contractual claims, using forensic insights to support negotiations and dispute resolution. 
• Take responsibility for resource management and team development.

About you

• Solid experience in Planning & Project Controls on large-scale construction projects.
• Existing knowledge of construction techniques, methodologies, and processes
• Strong leadership skills with prior exposure managing a team would be highly beneficial.

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.