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Infrastructure Project Director
Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of PermanencyDetails: Would you like an opportunity to be a Project Director with Major Project Canberra? Then we have short-term opportunities for you up to December 2025, with the possibility of permanency.
The Commercial Branch is looking for an experienced candidate to lead the team who deliver a range of commercial projects, including new education campuses, municipal buildings, cultural facilities, arts, public parks and sporting venues.
The Civil Branch is looking for an experienced candidate to lead the team who deliver a range of civil and infrastructure projects including new and upgraded roads, active travel projects, park and ride facilities, Water Sensitive Urban Design and stormwater upgrade projects, landscaping and urban realm improvement projects, and waste projects.
These teams provide project management and contract administration services for several Partner Directorates to deliver a diverse range of interesting and challenging projects. You'll be working on projects that shape Canberra and contribute to the future of the community. The Project Director must demonstrate excellent collaboration, communication, and relationship/stakeholder management skills, as well as the leadership skills to lead two project teams in the delivery of commercial infrastructure.
The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse people, and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility/Other Requirements: Mandatory: Positions classified as Infrastructure Manager/Specialist require the occupant to hold recognised qualifications and/or experience in one or more of the following fields:Engineering – a four-year degree or higher qualification accredited by Engineers Australia or Professionals Australia for recognition as a Professional Engineer (including recognition of equivalent overseas Engineering qualifications) and a minimum of ten years relevant experience in Engineering; orArchitecture – a three-year degree or higher qualification accredited by an Australian State or Territory Architecture authority for recognition as a Professional Architect (including recognition of equivalent overseas qualifications) and a minimum of ten years relevant experience in Architecture; orProject Management – either:A Diploma in Project Management accredited by an Australian State or Territory tertiary education institution (or an equivalent overseas qualification that is eligible for reciprocal recognition in Australia) and a minimum of ten years relevant experience in Project Management; orCertification by a professional body, such as the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM), to the level of Certified Practicing Project Director (CPPD) or Certified Practicing Portfolio Executive (CPPE), in addition to a relevant Degree or higher qualification issued by an Australian State or Territory tertiary education institution (or an equivalent overseas qualification that is eligible for reciprocal recognition in Australia) and a minimum of ten years relevant experience in Project Management; orHave at least 10 years of experience in Project Management.Significant experience with commercial/civil or building infrastructure is required.
Note: These temporary positions are available immediately for a period of up to 12 months with the possibility of permanency. A merit pool will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.
Please note, these positions will be moving to a new workplace designed for activity-based working (ABW). Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk.
As part of the ACTPS Engineering Workforce Plan, women are also encouraged to apply.
How to Apply: If the above role sounds like you and you want to be part of a dynamic and dedicated team, please submit no more than two pages addressing your suitability against the Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge as well as Behavioural capabilities, a current curriculum vitae, and contact details of two referees.
Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now Button Below.
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