Project Manager - Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program

Bepassionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.

• Temporary
  Full Time until September 2025 with possibility of extension
• Salary
  negotiable + Super and Leaseback Vehicle
• 19 Day Month
  + On-Site Parking
• Discount
  Gym Membership

Hawkesbury City
Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800
square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to
delivery outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.

The Role

Reporting to the Coordinator Project Delivery Grants based in Windsor,
the purpose of this position is to be responsible for overseeing and managing
the planning, execution, and successful completion of multiple construction
projects. You will be liaising with contractors, consultants and the general
public to deliver Capital Work and Infrastructure Projects across the
Hawkesbury Community.

About You

You will have experience in the public infrastructure sector and have
excellent communication and negotiation skills. You will be capable of
resolving and controlling complex problems and show adaptability and initiative
while demonstrating strong leadership and organisational skills in achieving
critical deadlines and timeframes.

Essential Criteria

• Tertiary-studies in a discipline used in development
  and implementation phase of public infrastructure
  or equivalent e.g. Engineering, Construction, Building Services, Project
  Management or similar fields.
• Significant
  post-qualification experience in construction project management or a similar
  role.
• Experience in
  project management software programs, especially MS Project and strong computer
  literacy in various Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated ability
  to lead and supervise engineering works, day labour, and contractors
  effectively.
• Ability to prepare
  specifications, contracts, and documentation for construction projects.
• Strong verbal and
  written communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills with internal and
  external stakeholders.
• Thorough
  understanding of relevant legislation, including the Local Government Act,
  Securities of Payment Act, and other applicable regulations.
• Class C
  Drivers Licence
• WorkCover
  WHS General Induction for Construction Work in NSW

The Rewards

An attractive
salary will be negotiated with the successful applicant commensurate with
qualification, skills, and experience. There are great benefits and
opportunities to working with Hawkesbury Council, including:

• 15-days
  sick leave
• Rostered
  Day Off
• Great
  working environment
• Flexible
  work arrangements
• Health
  and Wellbeing Program
• Training
  and Development Opportunities
• Employee
  Reward and Recognition program
• Employee
  Performance Review and Planning System
• Corporate
  Rate Gym Membership - Oasis Leisure Centre
• Social
  Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities
• Employee
  Assistance Program for employees and their family

To Apply

For further
position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit our
website www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au or call Council’s People and Development Team
on 02 4560 4***.

Applications close Sunday, 4th
February 2024.

Applicants who do
not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.

Please note that the canvassing of Councillorsin relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant fromthis process.