Civil Program Delivery Manager

Job Description

An exciting opportunity to join one of the biggest employers on the Sunshine Coast. Closes: Sun 9 February 2024 Category: Project Management Location: Nambour, Sunshine Coast Type: Temporary/Max Term Full-time Vacancy No: 5839 Why work with us? At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with the community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. If you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team! The Project Delivery branch manages the ten-year capital works program and the coordination and delivery of all capital projects (other than minor works projects) to provide ‘cradle to grave’ project management and focuses on total program delivery within budget and time constraints. The branch plays a leading role in community and councillor coordination and ensures value for money outcomes in all facets of project delivery. As a Civil Program Delivery Manager, you will: Apply your knowledge in project design and delivery for civil infrastructure projects and programs across the Sunshine Coast region. Coordinate, plan, develop, design, and deliver major and minor infrastructure projects from the Capital Works Program and asset renewal activities using best practice planning, design, and project management techniques. Partner with Council and Government agency strategic planners and service providers to maintain a high level of awareness of infrastructure design planning directions and issues. About you: As a requirement of this role, you will possess tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a closely related field. You will possess a current C class driver's license and a Queensland White Card/Construction Industry Card. You will have demonstrated extensive experience in infrastructure planning and design, plus project planning and delivery on a medium to large scale. You will have outstanding communication, consultation, negotiation, networking, and advocacy skills to support strong relationships and agreements with staff, the community, consultants, and contractors. You will have excellent resource needs analysis and application solution skills for major and minor projects, along with proven abilities in project management, financial management, and human resources management. Our Culture & Employee Benefits: Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled, and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee, you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you: Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us; we offer initiatives such as discounted health-related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program, and development opportunities. Flexibility: We offer flexible working options, including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model. Extras: We offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones, and devices. We also pay 17.5% leave loading and contribute 12% Superannuation in addition to your 6% superannuation contribution. How to apply: Your written application should include: A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfill the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria. A current resume or curriculum vitae. Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application. Further Information: Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website. For specific enquiries, contact Chris Sturgess during business hours at 0438 166 122. We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team at At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion, and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region, we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr