Manager Project Delivery & Technical Services

Permanent, Full-Time | Competitive Remuneration | Sydney South

Lead the delivery of Council’s infrastructure, capital works and environmental programs, driving project excellence, technical leadership and sustainable community outcomes.

The Manager Project Delivery & Technical Services is a senior leadership role responsible for the strategic and operational management of Georges River Council’s project delivery, engineering, technical services and Bushcare functions. Reporting to the Director Assets and Infrastructure, the position leads a multidisciplinary team in the planning, design, procurement and delivery of civil infrastructure, building, environmental and open space projects.

The role is accountable for ensuring capital works programs are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with approved scope, budget, quality and legislative requirements. It provides expert technical and strategic advice to Council’s Executive and key stakeholders, while overseeing project governance, contract management, procurement, financial performance and risk management.

The Manager also leads the delivery of Council’s Bushcare and natural area management programs, supporting environmental restoration, biodiversity outcomes and community stewardship initiatives. Through strong leadership, stakeholder engagement and a focus on continuous improvement, the position plays a key role in delivering resilient infrastructure and sustainable environmental outcomes for the community.

What We Offer

• Salary from $195,330.79 - $226,098.61 per annum plus 12% superannuation
• Leaseback Vehicle OR Vehicle Allowance
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Additional 5 days manager's leave credited on your anniversary date
• Fitness passport program offering discounted membership for you and your family for selected facilities
• Based at the Civic Centre in Hurstville CBD

What We Are Looking For

• Tertiary qualification in civil engineering, project management, environmental management or a closely related discipline, together with substantial relevant professional experience
• Significant experience leading the planning and delivery of complex infrastructure and capital works programs
• Demonstrated experience in project and program management, procurement, construction delivery and contract administration
• Strong technical understanding of civil infrastructure planning, design, construction and asset handover
• Demonstrated financial management experience, including significant capital budgets, forecasting and performance reporting
• Strong leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams delivering technical, project, operational and environmental services
• Demonstrated ability to identify and manage project, commercial, operational, environmental and WHS risks
• Highly developed analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, stakeholder engagement and decision-making capability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including high-quality reports, briefings and recommendations
• Demonstrated understanding of governance, probity, accountability and risk management requirements in a public-sector or similarly regulated environment
• Current Class C Driver Licence
• Construction Induction Card (White Card)

If you have made a positive commitment to further your career and you possess the attributes located in the Position Description essential criteria, then please submit your application today. Applicants are asked to ensure that they provide responses to the targeted questions, failure to do so may result in your application not being considered.

If you would like further information on this role, please contact Bryce Spelta, Director Assets and Infrastructureon 02 9330 6001.

Applications must be completed and submitted via our website. Closing Date: Thursday 29 October 20256 at 11:59 PM AEDT

Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.

Georges River Council is a progressive, people-focused organisation with 600 dedicated staff delivering exceptional services to our diverse and vibrant community. Our vision is to be 'naturally connected to place, community, and Country'. We are committed to creating accessible green, and liveable spaces, nurturing creativity, protecting the natural environment, and building a thriving local economy.

We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.

We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) to apply for this position.

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