Keith Pattinson
Tennant Creek,NT
Summary
Experienced Project Manager with more than 20 years’ experience delivering transport infrastructure, capital works, and civil construction projects across the Northern Territory. Extensive expertise managing the full project lifecycle, including planning, business case development, procurement, contract administration, construction delivery, commissioning, and project close-out for complex infrastructure projects in regional and remote environments. Demonstrated capability in managing multimillion-dollar project budgets, procurement processes, contract performance, project risks, governance, and stakeholder engagement while ensuring compliance with Northern Territory Government legislation, procurement policies, Australian Standards, environmental requirements, and Work Health and Safety (WHS) obligations. Recognised for building productive relationships with government agencies, contractors, consultants, Traditional Owners, local councils, and remote communities to deliver quality infrastructure outcomes. A collaborative leader committed to continuous improvement, sound governance, value for money, and the successful delivery of projects that support community and economic development.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Department of Logistics and Infrastructure
Tennant Creek, NT
02.2023 - Current
- Manage the planning and delivery of transport and civil infrastructure projects across regional and remote Northern Territory, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with government policies and legislative requirements.
- Key Responsibilities
- Manage the complete project lifecycle from project initiation through to commissioning and close-out.
- Develop project scopes, business cases, procurement documentation, tender packages and contract documentation.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams comprising consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders to deliver infrastructure projects.
- Manage project budgets, schedules, risks, quality assurance and project resources.
- Administer construction contracts in accordance with NT Government procurement and contract management frameworks.
- Monitor contractor performance, financial expenditure, project milestones and compliance obligations.
- Prepare executive briefings, governance reports, Ministerial correspondence and project status reports.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with Traditional Owners, local government, community representatives, contractors and government agencies.
- Ensure compliance with WHS legislation, environmental requirements, Australian Standards and departmental policies.
- Mentor Project Managers and Project Officers while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation
- Key Achievements
- Successfully delivered complex transport and civil infrastructure projects in remote Northern Territory communities.
- Improved project governance through proactive risk management and stakeholder engagement.
- Consistently achieved project objectives while maintaining compliance with government procurement and legislative requirements.
Project Manager
Phillips Earthmoving
Tennant Creek / Alice Springs, NT
04.2017 - 02.2023
- Managed major civil construction projects for government and private sector clients across the Northern Territory, overseeing all phases from tendering through to project completion.
- Key Responsibilities
- Planned and managed multiple concurrent civil construction projects.
- Prepared project estimates, budgets, scopes of work and tender submissions.
- Managed procurement, subcontractors and project resources to meet delivery objectives.
- Coordinated construction activities to achieve quality, budget and scheduling targets.
- Managed contract administration, progress claims and project reporting.
- Monitored project risks and implemented mitigation strategies.
- Worked closely with clients, consultants and government representatives to achieve successful project outcomes.
- Conducted site inspections and ensured compliance with contractual, environmental and WHS requirements.
- Resolved construction issues to minimise delays and maintain project delivery.
- Key Achievements
- Successfully delivered government and private infrastructure projects across remote and regional Northern Territory.
- Developed strong client relationships resulting in repeat project opportunities.
- Maintained excellent safety and project performance outcomes.
Supervisor
Aldebaran Contracting
Darwin, NT
06.2014 - 02.2017
- Supervised construction teams delivering civil infrastructure projects while ensuring compliance with safety, quality and contractual requirements.
- Responsibilities
- Supervised daily construction operations.
- Coordinated workforce, equipment and subcontractors.
- Conducted site inspections and quality assurance activities.
- Managed project schedules and resource allocation.
- Ensured compliance with WHS legislation and project specifications.
- Implemented corrective actions to address project issues.
Machine Operator Supervisor
Betapave (South32/GEMCO Contract)
Groote Eylandt, NT
01.2008 - 06.2014
- Supervised civil construction operations supporting mining infrastructure projects for GEMCO (now South32).
- Responsibilities
- Supervised construction crews undertaking roadworks, dam construction, crushing and screening, asphalt and bitumen works.
- Coordinated plant, equipment and personnel to maximise productivity.
- Conducted equipment inspections and maintenance planning.
- Trained and mentored operators in safe work practices.
- Ensured compliance with mining safety standards and operational procedures.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
Skills
- Project Management
- Capital Works Delivery
- Transport Infrastructure
- Civil Construction
- Procurement and Tender Management
- Contract Administration
- Financial and Budget Management
- Risk Management
- Governance and Compliance
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Business Case Development
- Project Planning and Scheduling
- Executive Reporting
- Quality Assurance
- Work Health and Safety (WHS)
- Environmental Compliance
- Leadership and Team Development
- Remote Area Project Delivery
- Continuous Improvement
- NT Government Procurement and Contract Administration
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Project Budget Management
- Contract Management
- Cost Control and Financial Reporting
- Topcon GPS & Laser Systems
- Construction Estimating
- Reading and Interpreting Engineering Drawings
- Civil Construction Plant and Equipment
- Earthworks and Pavement Construction
- Quality Assurance and Site Inspections
Certification
- Certificate III in Civil Construction
- NT Heavy Rigid (HR) Driver Licence
- Construction Industry White Card
- RIIRIS301B – Apply Risk Management Processes
- RIIWHS301A – Conduct Safety and Health Investigations
- RIICOM301B – Communicate Information
- Skid Steer Loader Certification
- Front End Loader Certification
- Road Roller Certification
Timeline
Project Manager
Department of Logistics and Infrastructure
02.2023 - Current
Project Manager
Phillips Earthmoving
04.2017 - 02.2023
Supervisor
Aldebaran Contracting
06.2014 - 02.2017
Machine Operator Supervisor
Betapave (South32/GEMCO Contract)
01.2008 - 06.2014