Construction Graduate - Keysborough, Australia - Ahrens Pty Ltd

Ahrens Pty Ltd

Verified Company

Keysborough, Australia

3 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

About the Company

Ahrens is a fifth-generation, South Australian family-owned company, with 120 years' experience in delivering a diverse range of high-quality and cost effective products and projects across Australia, with footprints overseas.

We have become a full Construction, Engineering, Mining Services, Sheds & Silos and Water Storage company which provides complete turnkey project solutions, supported by 26 divisions and backed by 1000-plus people.

About the Role:

A leading division of the Ahrens family of brands, D&C specialise in design, fabrication and installation for bulky goods and retail, commercial and car parks, commodity storage and handling, cold store buildings, defence and aviation, education and recreation, manufacturing, mining infrastructure, ports and rail, steel buildings, transport and logistic, warehousing and wineries.

We provide cutting-edge project solutions, delivering projects of all sizes, from small-scale to substantial developments.

Ahrens has a unique career opportunity available for a motivated individual our join our growing passionate and professional design & construction team in Keysborough.

In this role, we are looking for someone who has recently completed or in their final year study of tertiary qualifications in Building, Construction or Engineering and is looking to kick start their construction management career.

Working across a variety of industrial, commercial & rural projects around Victoria. As a Construction Graduate you will engage in many opportunities to learn, whilst bringing new initiatives to the table.

The key to this position is growth whilst giving you the solutions about document control, contract administration, site engineering and projects.

Key Responsibilities

Complete Project Administration processes including invoice processing, reporting, tender preparation and contract administration.
Undertake various Project Management duties including budgeting, programs, purchasing and subcontract tendering and award.
Facilitate and manage project approvals and design processes.
Understand and complete Head Contract progress claims, variations and extensions of time.
Understand and complete Subcontract progress claims, variations and invoicing.
Facilitate Practical Completion process including Project Handover documentation.
Preparing, compiling and submitting Operation and Maintenance manuals including, As-Built drawings
Overall management and close out of defects
Observe and learn construction processes at a site level
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with Key Stakeholders

Skills and Experience

Computer skills with Microsoft packages
Relevant tertiary qualifications in Building, Construction or Engineering
Current driver's license.
Completion of OH&S Induction Training for Construction Industry Workers (White Card)
Planning and organisational skills to deliver successful projects on time.
Communication and interpersonal skills for developing and maintaining client and subcontractor relationships.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Excellent time management and prioritisation skills
Attention to detail.
Willingness to learn, selfmotivated and driven

- "can do" attitude

First Aid Certificate (desirable)

Why Work at Ahrens
We are continually evolving and investing in our people and facilities to achieve satisfying outcomes.

We guarantee a positive and supportive team culture which embraces diversity and innovation, and aligns with our core values including commitment, integrity and safety.

In return we reward those who passionately work towards realising our vision.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program, supporting you and your family's health & wellbeing
Discounts to some of Australia's leading corporate partners in private health insurance, gyms, travel, clothing, vehicles and more
Generous paid parental leave entitlements to support you and your family
Annual Employee Donation Scheme to support a charity/cause of your choice
Family, social and team building events
Opportunities for career progression
Friday afternoon team bonding

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