5-7 years of project management experience in construction or facilities management.
Proven track record of managing projects from planning through operational handover.
Strong understanding of health, safety, and regulatory compliance.
Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed.
Responsibilities
Oversee the client-side delivery of the new facility from design to operational handover.
Coordinate with architects, engineers, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and risk registers.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and biosecurity requirements.
Manage day-to-day facility operations post-handover, including maintenance and vendor management.
Monitor facility performance and recommend improvements for efficiency and sustainability.
Plan for future expansions and capital improvement projects.
Benefits
Opportunity for a permanent position after project completion.
Engagement in a mission-driven environment with a focus on biosecurity.
Potential for professional growth in facility management.
Work within a collaborative, global team.
Flexible working patterns to accommodate international business needs.
Full Job Description
Role Overview
As Project Manager (Facilities), you will manage the delivery of the infrastructure for Flyttr's New World Screwworm (NWS) biosecurity program. You will be Flyttr's representative on a project being coordinated by an appointed building services firm, taking the new facility from planning and design through construction, commissioning and handover to operations.
Your focus will be on delivery and client-side oversight. You will review design and construction progress against Flyttr's requirements and resolve issues as they arise. You will report regularly to the Program Director on progress, risks and decisions needed.
This is a fixed-term, project-based role with a clear path to a permanent position. Once the facility is operational, there may be an opportunity for the right person to move into an ongoing Facility Manager role.
Project phase
Manage the client-side delivery of the new facility, working with the appointed services firm from project initiation and design through construction, commissioning and operational handover.
Coordinate consultants, architects, engineers, permitting authorities and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Develop and maintain the project schedule, budget, procurement plan and risk register, reporting progress, risks and decisions needed to the Program Director.
Make sure the facility meets all regulatory, health, safety, biosecurity and environmental requirements.
Facility Manager phase
Manage day-to-day facility operations, including maintenance, repairs, vendor management, security and site services.
Maintain ongoing compliance with regulatory, biosecurity, health and safety requirements.
Work with program and operational teams to understand their needs and deliver practical facility solutions.
Monitor facility performance, report regularly and recommend improvements to efficiency, sustainability and the working environment.
Plan and manage future expansions, refurbishments, office moves, and capital improvement projects.
Support business continuity, emergency preparedness and risk management for the site.
Skills, Experience, and Education Requirements
Essentia
Demonstrated experience delivering projects from planning and design through construction and operational handover.
Experience managing construction contractors, consultants, project budgets, schedules, and procurement activities.
Working knowledge of health, safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Exceptional organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment with a sense of urgency and accountability.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel between sites as required.
Desirable
Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Professional certifications such as PMP, CAPM, FMP, CFM, or equivalent.
Experience establishing new facilities, sites, or operations in a start-up or high-growth environment.
Experience working within multi-site or global organizations.
Behavioral Requirements
Commitment to, and passion for, the Flyttr mission and values.
Responsive to the needs of an international business working across different time zones, adapting working patterns in-line with business requirements.
Positive, humble, co-operative and professional always.
Works with urgency and solves things promptly.
Resilient and persistent in an innovative and constantly changing environment.
Values collaboration and works effectively with global colleagues.
