Great opportunity to progress your Contracts career and utilise your qualifications as a Contracts Delivery Manager.
Location: Sunshine Coast (Multiple Locations)
Type: Permanent Full-time
Vacancy No: 5629
Why work with us?
At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with the community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. If you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team!
As one of the fastest-growing regions in Australia (and a delivery partner in the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games), we’re excited about the opportunities this will bring for our growing community.
But we’re also a busy team managing a range of high-impact works as the Sunshine Coast transforms from a regional centre to a regional city.
You’ll see projects from inception to delivery and be able to see your impact on shaping a more sustainable future in a complex urban environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the program of works for the delivery of resurfacing, replacement, and rehabilitation of council-owned roads and related infrastructure assets.
* Coordinate and manage the continued development of the Contracts Delivery Team, ensuring the delivery of the annual Capital Road Reseal Program.
* Review procurement and contract management models and develop opportunities.
* Establish and maintain rapport with relevant stakeholders including clients, authorities, contractors, and the community.
* Engage proactively in the development and review of council’s Annual Budget and the Branch Business Plan.
* Ensure Council’s professional standards are maintained and objectives in relation to budget targets, service quality, company reputation, WH&S, and environmental standards are met.
* Foster learning exchange, accountability, and best practice project management frameworks.
* Undertake reviews including developing benchmarking and unit rate comparisons, and implement reforms and contracting of services.
About you:
As an expert in contract management and procurement within the public sector setting, you will possess strong project management skills in the coordination and delivery of corporate projects and programs.
Applying your natural relationship abilities in the consultation, integration, and negotiation of successful outcomes often within a political environment.
A demonstrated track record in developing and implementing strategies for infrastructure-based service delivery improvement in a medium to large scale environment is a must.
Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Project and Contract Management, or related disciplines will be required, complemented with substantial relevant experience. Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) is preferred.
Our Culture & Employee Benefits:
Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled, and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee, you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:
* Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us; therefore, we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health-related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program, and development opportunities.
* Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work; therefore, we offer flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
* Extras: Those extras make a difference; therefore, we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones, and devices. We also pay you 17.5% leave loading and generous Superannuation where council will contribute 12% Superannuation in addition to your 6% superannuation contribution.
How to apply:
Your written application should include:
* A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria.
* Current resume or curriculum vitae.
Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.
Further Information:
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
For specific enquiries, contact Lisa Devine during business hours on 0447 149 153.
We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team at joinusnow@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion, and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region, we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
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