Dexus (ASX: DXS) is a leading Australasian fully integrated real asset group, managing a high-quality Australasian real estate and infrastructure portfolio valued at $57.1 billion. We believe that the strength and quality of our relationships will always be central to our success and are deeply connected to our purpose: Unlock potential, create tomorrow.
The Opportunity
33 Alfred St, Sydney’s first skyscraper and an icon of the city skyline is being reimagined for a new future of work. Dexus are seeking a diligent, dedicated and delivery focused Senior Development Manager / Project Director to join us on a 12-month Fixed Term contract. You will be responsible for the project and team's success in executing on the project strategy, against agreed milestones and metrics, bringing it all together through to handover and customer onboarding. To be effective in this leadership role, office development experience, a collaborative nature and demonstrated stakeholder management skills are critical.
You will make an impact by:
* Leading and driving performance of the development whilst establishing a project culture that unifies the project team, drives for continuous improvement and team professional development.
* Providing exemplary people management and team leadership skills which promotes corporate goals and values, while permitting personal development, growth, and experience for team members.
* Maintaining responsibility for the successful conclusion of the project by providing leadership, strategically managing risk, forward planning, monitoring commercial requirements and ensuring program compliance.
* Managing stakeholder communication channels (internally and externally) including providing clear, effective, and engaging communication materials distributed to various stakeholder groups across a range of channels to achieve various communication goals.
* Fostering overarching relationships with and between the Contractor, Project team, incoming Customers and Principal to develop a collaborative ‘best for project’ outcome.
* Maintaining oversight and managing compliance with all agreements (including Agreements for Lease), appointments and engagements on behalf of the Owners, as necessary to complete the development and onboarding of commercial tenants.
* Oversight and management of project completion and project certification – completion of base building works, testing, commissioning (including all building technology), documentation, handover. Coordination of Superintendent, Independent Certifiers and other statutory stakeholders. Establishment of defect management process.
* Overseeing delivery and compliance of Agreement for Leases, onboarding customer fitout contractors, coordination of fitout and base building works through to fitout completion and oversight of fitout completion and reinstatement of base building conditions.
About You
You are a highly experienced Senior Development Manager with a strong background in construction, particularly in premium grade office buildings. You will bring at least 12 years’ experience in project delivery, with a proven track record of successfully closing out and handing over complex projects with tier 1 contractors. You possess significant technical capability and demonstrate exceptional stakeholder management skills, especially in managing competing priorities and multiple stakeholders. You are adept in handling challenges, contractual complexities and working under time and cost pressures. Your previous experience enables you to quickly get up to speed, drive outcomes and add value.
Why choose Dexus?
The Dexus culture and spirit is what differentiates us. Together, we take pride in our values: rally to achieve together and build trust through action. As an employee of Dexus, you will benefit from:
* Wellbeing Matters: Enjoy a Wellbeing Allowance, extra annual leave days (our exclusive ‘Dexus’ days), and our holistic Safe and Well program. Your health and happiness is a priority.
* Continuous Growth: Enhance your career with professional development, memberships, and study assistance. We invest in your learning journey.
* Tribe: Our commitment to supporting LGBTQ+ staff earned us Silver Employer Status in the AWEI 2024. We foster an inclusive environment where each individual feels recognised and appreciated.
* Focus on Sustainability: Dexus is deeply committed to making a positive impact on the communities it serves. Align your personal values with your professional endeavours.
* Parents@Work: Supporting parents and carers through coaching and education. We understand the importance of work-life integration.
We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity in every form. We are actively striving to close the gender pay gap and invite applications from individuals of all genders, backgrounds and abilities. If you believe you can thrive in this role but do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply.
Reach out to talentacquisition@dexus.com if you require any accommodations or additional support during our recruitment process; we're here to help.
Ready to help create the future? Apply now or visit dexus.com/careers
Join Dexus and ‘unlock potential, create tomorrow’.
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