Manager - Project Management Office

Manager – Project Management Office| Burdekin Shire Council 

• Lead the successful delivery of projects for the benefit of community.
• Mentor an enthusiastic and developing team.
• Live and work on the doorstep of the magnificent Great Barrier Reef.

Burdekin Shire Council is seeking an experienced and engaged Manager – Project Management Office to lead the successful delivery of council projects from feasibility through to construction.
 
Reporting to the Director Infrastructure, Planning and Environmental Services you will lead a small, developing team who will benefit from an involved and hands-on leadership style. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced project manager who is looking to grow and develop their leadership skills with the support of a highly experienced and enthusiastic Director.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and guide Council’s Project Management team.
• Oversee project brief development, contract documentation compilation and statutory report submission.
• Prepare detailed specifications, plans and budget estimates for Council projects; manage design processes, statutory approvals, tendering and evaluation.
• Assist in Council funding applications alongside the Grants Officer and departmental staff.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience in a similar role leading a Project Management Team in the successful delivery of Council projects from feasibility and design through to construction and completion, whilst ensuring projects are delivered within budget and prescribed timeframes.
• Well-developed skills in planning, design, technical specification development and estimation and contract management of civil engineering works.
• Experience in leading, managing and mentoring a high performing and developing team.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills and well-developed stakeholder engagement capability.
• Qualifications - Project Management and Contract Administration (or considerable experience); Degree or Associate Degree in Civil Engineering / Project Management (or considerable experience).
• Desirable – Diploma of Government (Procurement and Contracting) and Registration as a Professional Engineer (RPEQ).

Council is offering an attractive remuneration package that includes a private use vehicle and 12% superannuation.
 
How to ApplyFor a detailed position description and to apply for this role, please visit our website http://www.leadingroles.com.au/job-search or contact Belinda Walker on 0411 449 ***.
 
Applications will close on Monday 18 March at 5.00pm.