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 apply

For a detailed position description and to apply for this role, please visit our website www.leadingroles.com.au or contact Belinda Walker on 0411 449 447.

Applications will close on Monday 18 March at 5.00pm.