Introduction

This is a hands-on project delivery role where you'll take ownership of projects from handover and kick-off through engineering, procurement, fabrication and delivery to final close-out.

You'll work closely with engineering, design, procurement, workshop and commercial teams while acting as a key point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.

What are you going to do 

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing multiple engineering and service-based projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget and in line with contractual requirements. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing projects from initial handover through to completion and close-out
  • Developing and maintaining project plans, schedules and key milestones
  • Managing project budgets, costs, forecasting, WIP and invoicing
  • Monitoring project risks, issues and schedule impacts
  • Coordinating engineering, drafting, procurement, fabrication and workshop activities
  • Managing suppliers, subcontractors and external service providers
  • Reviewing and managing contractual requirements, variations and commercial obligations
  • Leading internal and client-facing project progress meetings
  • Maintaining clear and accurate project reporting and documentation
  • Working closely with clients, contractors and EPCM representatives
  • Supporting and mentoring Project Coordinators and junior project personnel where required
  • Attending client and mine sites as required

Essential skills and knowledge

We're looking for someone with practical project delivery experience within an engineering, mining, manufacturing, OEM or heavy industrial environment. Ideally, you will bring:

  • Strong experience in a Project Manager or similar project delivery position
  • Experience delivering engineering, capital equipment, manufacturing or service-based projects
  • Strong commercial awareness with experience managing project costs and budgets
  • An understanding of contracts, variations and contractual obligations
  • Experience coordinating engineering, procurement, suppliers and fabrication/workshop activities
  • Strong client and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience developing and managing project schedules
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Project
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • A relevant qualification in Project Management, Mechanical/Manufacturing/Process Engineering, or equivalent industry experience
  • A current Australian C Class Driver's Licence

Experience within mining equipment, bulk materials handling, mechanical equipment, OEM or fabricated equipment projects would be highly regarded.

What we offer 

  • Permanent, full-time position with an established Australian engineering business
  • Competitive salary package based on experience
  • Diverse portfolio of mining and resources projects
  • Work alongside experienced engineering, design and technical specialists
  • Genuine autonomy and responsibility within the projects team
  • Opportunity to develop further across project management and commercial delivery
  • Perth-based position with site exposure as required

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, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 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 Ewan Meers: e.meers@brunel.net

Closing: 05 November 2026

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

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