Australia, Brisbane
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
Experience: > 10 Years
Education Level: Academic Bachelor
Conventional Energy
Closing: 20 April 2025

Introduction

We are seeking a Construction Lead (Facilities) to support the delivery of the APF Tie-in Project Facilities scope. The ideal candidate will ensure that all construction activities meet the project objectives, quality requirements, and constraints, aligning with the project's goals and the Joint Venture's expectations.

About this role

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate all construction readiness activities for the Well Pad, Gathering, and Facilities scope of the APF Tie-in Project.
  • Act as the primary construction focal point, engaging with engineering and managing construction contractors.
  • Assist in defining and developing Early Works, Plant Shutdown, and Main SMPE&I Construction Scope Packages, including tender packages.
  • Be accountable for the execution of early works, plant shutdown, and main SMPE&I construction contracts, from pre-fabrication through to site installation.
  • Foster a strong safety culture by modeling health and safety behaviors and ensuring all work aligns with company HSE policies and standards.
  • Ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and quality controls.
  • Interface with engineering contractors, packaged equipment vendors, and construction contractors to ensure timely delivery of scope.
  • Regular site and contractor office visits to support project delivery.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Support contracting/procurement activities and manage contractor/vendor performance and quality.
  • Ensure functional deliverables are peer-reviewed ahead of project decisions.
  • Identify and resolve communication gaps or misalignment among project stakeholders.
  • Proactively identify opportunities for risk management and opportunity realization.

Is this you?

  • Extensive experience in engineering and project management within upstream oil and gas.
  • Experience in FEED and Execute project phases.
  • Proven track record with brownfield hydrocarbon construction projects.
  • Experience in complex, remote, and challenging environments, including global and developing country projects.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and knowledge of project management processes, including scope control and change management.
  • Familiar with oil and gas industry standards and committed to safety excellence.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse, multi-national teams and stakeholders.
  • Relevant qualifications in construction management or engineering.
  • Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, Construction Management) are highly desirable.

What we offer 

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Mila (Yamila) on y.cabral@brunel.net

Do you have questions?

YC

Yamila Cabral

+61 8 9429 5650