AddressAbout RP Infrastructure
RP Infrastructure (RPI) is one of Australia's leading Project Management and Advisory practices, recognised for delivering complex and high-profile projects across the Public and Private Sector.
With a focus on quality and collaboration, we deliver Advisory, Project Management and Asset Management services across the entire Infrastructure spectrum.
Community is at the heart of everything we do, and we’re proud to make a difference with the projects we deliver. We partner with many of Australia’s most iconic businesses, Local, State & Federal Government entities, and Not-For-Profit bodies.
Specialising in Education, Civic & Culture, Accommodation, Health/Aged Care, Sports & Recreation, Justice, Retail, Industrial, Aviation, Roads, Rail and Ports sectors, we’re dedicated to delivering extraordinary outcomes by converting visions to reality, in an innovative and sustainable way.
Role Description
We’re looking for an Associate Director to work alongside our NSW Education Director.
As one of the go-to people in the Education sector, you’ll help drive relationships with key clients; identify opportunities to win new work; manage staff; and oversee the delivery key University or Independent School projects.
We’re looking for an Associate Director to grow our Tertiary & Independent Schools market specifically.
Located in our Sydney office, you’ll be responsible for:
- Business development activities to help win new work, further developing our existing strong client relationships.
- Bid writing and tender preparation (alongside our National Bids & Marketing team) to prepare project-winning bids.
- Managing and leading a team of Project Directors, Senior Project Managers, Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers.
- Providing insight, advice and strategic recommendations to the Senior Leadership team, on matters such as current market trends, recruitment needs etc.
- Meeting budgetary targets and KPIs for the Education business unit, assisting with the Directors’ profit & loss responsibility.
- Overseeing the delivery of key Independent School or Tertiary projects, which may include business case preparation, defining project scope, procurement and/or construction phases.
Candidate Profile
To be successful in this role, you’ll need demonstrated experience as a Project Director or Associate Director, with proven expertise in the University or Independent School market.
This role will suit someone who is commercially minded, and eager to grow a business unit within an established Consultancy.
You’ll also need:
- Strong communication skills and an ability to build rapport with Senior stakeholders.
- Outstanding management skills, that will help you lead a cohort of Project Management professionals, existing clients and target clients.
- A keen eye for hunting down new opportunities – this role will suit someone with strong business acumen and established relationships in the Tertiary or Independent Schools sector.
- An eagerness to undertake business development activities – being active in the market in the pursuit for new business opportunities.
- A customer-focussed mindset, whereby you’re committed to maintaining and elevating our current client relationships.
- A desire to generously give back to your team. The leaders at RPI are selfless with their time, in order to grow and develop the staff in their teams.
What’s In It For You
This role is a great opportunity for someone looking to lead a business unit; and not only drive your own career forward, but also the careers of our staff forward too.
As an Associate Director at RPI, you’ll also receive:
- Phenomenal support from our talented leadership team – you’ll play an integral part in shaping the further development of our business.
- A hybrid working environment, with high levels of autonomy and flexibility. Work in a way that best suits you!
- Ongoing career development and continuous progression opportunities. Upon joining RPI, you’ll receive your own tailored Professional Development Plan, as well as a senior mentor to help you reach your next career goals.
- The ability to broaden your project expertise – we offer a range of projects across multiple sectors, giving you access to the full Infrastructure spectrum.
- A strong, supportive management team that cares about your success. We’re passionate about what we do, and we’re proud to prioritise the development of our staff.
- Access to events, activities and initiatives driven by our popular Health & Wellbeing + Diversity & Inclusion committees (think: trips to Luna Park, AFL matches, the Australian Open, team dinners/drinks, games nights, bowling, boat parties and much more!)
If you’d like to hear more about what we can offer you, please apply with your most up-to-date CV.
RPI supports a diverse and inclusive work environment as well as equal employment opportunities. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people living with a disability, and people of all ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, backgrounds, and cultures.
Disclaimer: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
