Manager - Project Management Office

Manager – Project Management Office | Burdekin Shire Council | Queensland

• 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) or ability to obtain within six months.

Council is offering an attractive remuneration package that includes a private use vehicle and 12% superannuation.

How to apply

Please download the Applicant Information Pack to view the Position Description and Selection Criteria before submitting your application.

Applications will close on Friday 3 January 2025 at 5.00pm.