AddressSituated on the coast, halfway between Sydney and Brisbane, Coffs Harbour is one of the most dynamic and fastest growing regional cities in New South Wales. Seamlessly combining a burgeoning economy of over 6,000 businesses, a growing population of over 82,000 residents whilst being recognised as NSW’s first Eco Destination, the ‘place of plenty’ offers unrivalled opportunities and quality of life.
A fabulous opportunity now exists for an ambitious Construction/Engineering professional to lead the cities Civil Infrastructure business unit as ManagerCivil Construction.
The Role
As the Manager Civil Construction, reporting directly to the Director City Infrastructure, you will be leading a dedicated and talented team of civil and infrastructure professionals to ensure the continuing high performance of the City’s civil infrastructure construction Business Unit.
A significant differentiator of this particular role – and an indication of the innovative approach adopted by the City of Coffs Harbour – is that in addition to the management and leadership of the Civil Works Business Unit within the City, you will additionally be leading the delivery of quality civil asset construction projects for external customers.
Key Accountabilities
- Deliver the capital works program for the City through accurate cost estimates of works, tracking costs and progress, and reporting to Planning and Delivery Sections and relevant Group Leaders as required.
- Support the commercialisation of the Civil Works Business Unit by ensuring a commercial approach for contract management and project reporting for both internal and external Civil Construction.
- Further grow the Civil Works Business Unit, including the marketing of the service implementing a program to increase the turnover of external works undertaken by the unit
- Lead change whilst equipping and empowering employees of the Business Unit to also lead change as appropriate.
- Provide supportive and effective leadership to employees; coaching and guiding, role modelling the City’s values, building trust and providing positive direction to align with the City’s current and future needs.
- Develop a flexible and skilled workforce capable of undertaking varied tasks within the Business Unit.
This is a truly unique opportunity which provides the opportunity for both government and non-government professionals seeking to further their careers with a best in class organisation.
As such we are seeking a highly motivated individual with exceptional leadership abilities who is focused upon delivering quality outcomes for the community. Key to your success will be your drive and passion around building cultures you are proud of and building long term relationships with external stakeholders.
It is expected that as a minimum you will hold a degree in Engineering, Construction or similar and have demonstrable experience in the Engineering / Construction /Project Management sectors.
The Coffs Harbour region is in a period of generational growth - be a part of the success story.
For a copy of the comprehensive candidate brochure, please contact Gareth Broadrick on: **@capstonerecruitment.com.au
Recruitment Timeline
Closing date Midnight 6th June 2024.
