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 Manager
to join us on the Eastern Freeway – Burke to Tram Alliance.
This is your opportunity to develop and implement the Planning Strategy framework across the project and ensure that best practice is being adhered to.
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.
Lead forensic planning efforts by conducting detailed analyses of project delays, disruptions, and acceleration to support claims management. Provide expert input and reports to substantiate claims, ensuring thorough documentation and alignment with contractual obligations.
Collaborate with legal and project teams to prepare, analyze, 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 Project Planning & Scheduling 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.
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