ABOUT NEUMANN CONTRACTORS
Neumann Contractors is a family-owned Queensland business established in 1948. We build and support dredging plant and heavy equipment, backed by in-house fabrication, engineering services, industrial coatings, and a dedicated fleet maintenance division.

We are proud of our long history, strong reputation and commitment to quality, safety and our people.

WHAT'S ON OFFER
• Site-based role supporting long-term dredging operations at a mine site near Ravenswood, Queensland. The project finish date anticipated end of 2028 with the potential to extend the Project Manger contract further.
• Ideally suited to candidates residing in Townsville, Ayr, Charters Towers or surrounding regions
• FIFO arrangements may be considered for the right candidate
• Flexible roster arrangements available by agreement including WFH and RDO options.
• Leadership opportunity within Neumann's Dredging Business Unit
• Long-term project work with a stable and growing client relationship
• A highly autonomous role with responsibility for operational, commercial and contractual outcomes
• Opportunity to lead a skilled team delivering critical mining infrastructure services
• Competitive remuneration package including site-based benefits

THE ROLE
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the safe, compliant and commercially successful delivery of Neumann's mining and dredging operations at a mine site near Ravenswood, Queensland.

Reporting to the Operations Manager – Dredging, this role has direct responsibility for the Dredging Supervisors, Maintenance Supervisor and site administration functions associated with the contract.

You will be responsible for the overall management and delivery of site operations and will be the primary client-facing representative accountable for operational, commercial, safety and contractual outcomes across the project.

PROJECT DELIVERY & CLIENT COORDINATION
• Lead the delivery of site operations to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Act as Neumann's primary client-facing representative for the contract.
• Develop and maintain weekly and monthly execution plans aligned with client requirements, operational constraints and project objectives.
• Coordinate operational activities with the client's operational, environmental and technical teams.
• Facilitate project meetings and provide clear updates on progress, risks, constraints and upcoming activities.

PRODUCTION PERFORMANCE & OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT
• Drive project productivity and ensure site activities achieve contractual production targets.
• Provide direction and support to Dredging Supervisors and Maintenance Supervisors.
• Monitor production performance, equipment availability and operational outputs.
• Identify operational constraints and implement corrective actions to minimise downtime and maximise productivity.

FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE, REPORTING & CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION
• Maintain commercial control of the contract and ensure timely, accurate reporting.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts and cost reports.
• Prepare end-of-month progress claims and ensure client approvals are obtained.
• Manage variations, subcontractor costs and additional works within delegated authority.

PROJECT LEADERSHIP & TEAM MANAGEMENT
• Provide leadership and direction to Supervisors, operational personnel and support functions.
• Develop and implement project strategies to achieve contractual, operational and financial objectives.
• Build and maintain a high-performing project team.

SAFETY, ENVIRONMENTAL & COMPLIANCE
• Ensure compliance with all WHS, environmental and statutory obligations.
• Lead incident investigations, risk assessments and corrective actions as required.
• Promote proactive safety leadership and visible field engagement.

IDEAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
• Demonstrated experience in project management within mining, civil construction, dredging, resources or heavy industry environments.
• Proven experience managing operational service contracts, mining projects or large-scale industrial operations.
• Strong client relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Commercial competence including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, variation management and contract administration.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.