The role
Tasks include:
• assessing and interpreting architectural drawings, coordinating procurement and delivery of materials and equipment
• consulting with Architects, Engineers and other workers
• negotiating with stakeholders
• developing tenders and contract bids ensuring legislative and safety standards are met
• managing change and ensuring plans and outcomes align with strategic goals.
Skills required to be a Project Manager (Civil / Structures)
- Ability to assess and plan
- Risk management
- Asset management
Previous experience
Construction project managers often come from a career in:
- Construction/defence/resources sectors
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Civil engineering and drafting
Minimum requirements
There are no minimum mandatory qualification requirements to be a Project Manager (Civil/Structures).
However, typical entry level qualifications include level II and III certificates in Rail Infrastructure or construction specialisations. Career advancement may require higher qualifications (see Potential training pathway below).
Senior Project Managers (Civil / Structures) usually have additional qualifications in areas such as Engineering, Civil Construction or Project Management at a diploma or bachelor’s level or higher.
Depending on the specific job role, Safely access the rail corridor (SARC) accreditation and a construction industry White Card may be required.
Potential training pathway
What the career progression of a Project Manager (Civil/Structure) can look like
What do I do next?
For more information on becoming a Project Manager:
- check out Project Manager on the Work in Rail website
- talk to your careers adviser
- get in touch with your industry body or union
- contact your local TAFE
- if you already work in rail, talk to your employer.
Meet Amer
Amer Aboul-Hosn is a Senior Project Manager with Yarra Trams.
Read about his journey here.
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