Manage various priority capital civil works projects and support the delivery of positive and sustainable outcomes to the region.
Application Deadline: Sunday, 12 January 2025 11:59pm AEST
Category: Project Management
Location: Nambour, Sunshine Coast
Type: Temporary/Max Term Full-time
Salary: $135K – $153K Total Remuneration Package (pro-rata)
Base Salary: $119K – $135K (pro-rata)
Temporary - Full-time (until November 2028)
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!
The Project Delivery Branch provides project management services to clients and customers across the organisation including consultation, coordination, and management of the delivery of capital works projects through engagement of internal and external service providers ensuring timely, best value program delivery.
The Senior Project Manager manages various priority capital works projects of differing complexity for a range of internal clients to deliver positive and sustainable outcomes to the Sunshine Coast Council region.
Application of strong program and project management discipline, technique, and skill for optimal delivery results.
Procurement management and documentation including quote and tender scopes, briefs, and specifications in accordance with organisational policy.
Lead internal and external project teams through all phases of project delivery including development of technical scopes and briefs, and the management of consultants contracted to Council.
Develop and implement effective communication tools including project charters, project management, and communication plans to ensure all client requirements are considered and all stakeholders are kept well informed.
About you
As a Senior Project Manager in the Civil Projects Team, you will have a comprehensive understanding of a large range of civil infrastructure elements, particularly relevant to local governments including structures, transport, waste, environmental, earthworks, stormwater, electrical, and hydraulic.
You will possess substantial program and project management experience in project development, management, economic analysis, financial management, and the coordination and delivery of projects requiring high levels of consultation, integration, and negotiation to achieve successful outcomes.
As the Senior Project Manager, you will have demonstrated strong leadership skills and experience to lead and empower others, develop and coach team members, and foster a workplace culture consistent with Council's corporate values, with advanced interpersonal and communication skills.
As a requirement of this role, you will possess tertiary qualifications in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Planning, or other similar qualifications relevant to the field and substantial relevant experience.
You will also possess a Queensland White Card/Construction Industry Induction Card (CPCCWHS1001 - Prepare To Work Safely In The Construction Industry).
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 arrangements, including a hybrid WFH model that helps 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.
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; and A 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 Ryan Butler during business hours on 0418 737 949.
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
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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