Executive Branch Manager, Development

Help shape central Canberra for future generations.
Lead multiple city-shaping urban renewal projects.
Impact the development of world-leading amenities for Canberrans.
 

The City Renewal Authority is charged with shaping the growth of the central parts of Canberra to make it a great place to live, explore and enjoy. In partnership with the community, the City Renewal Authority aims to create a vibrant city heart through the delivery of design-led urban renewal with a focus on social and environmental sustainability. The Authority works within the City Renewal Precinct, which spans Dickson, Braddon, Civic, Northbourne Avenue, Haig Park and Acton Waterfront.
 

Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer, the Executive Branch Manager, Development provides strategic and technical advice on urban development projects and land sales for the Authority. This is an influential position, leading a number of significant urban development and placemaking projects which will change the look and feel of central Canberra for generations. The role manages a small, professional team and project consultants in the planning and delivery of land release, sale and development program including project feasibility, business case development, procurement, sales strategy planning and project management. The position plays a central role in how the Authority partners and collaborates with industry development partners, other ACT Government Directorates, and the broader community.
 

We are seeking solution-focused relationship builders who are adept at balancing projects of differing scale and complexity with both commercial and social outcomes. Demonstrated commercial strategy development, procurement, contract management and financial and risk management are well regarded as is; a strong appreciation of environment, social and governance principles and their application in the predevelopment environment. This experience may have been gained in either the public or private sectors.
 

Contract: The successful applicants will be engaged under a performance-based contract for a period of five years. Prospective applicants should be aware that details of long-term engagements are tabled in the ACT Legislative Assembly.
 

Remuneration: The position attracts a remuneration package ranging from $266,764 - $277,429 depending on the current superannuation arrangements of the successful applicant. This includes a cash component of $237,008.
 

Please send your application quoting Ref No A005451 to Watermark Search International ********@watermarksearch.com.au. We will reply to the email address used for your application.
 

Closing date: 14 March 2024 at 11.59pm AEDT