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Job ID: 02558

15/11/2024

Senior Project Manager/Project Director

RPS Group

Category: Management

Full-time

Location: Sydney

NSW

Due to exceptional growth and success, the RPS Project Management team are seeking a qualified and experienced Civil Engineer with Project Management experience to lead and/or be part of the Blacktown City Council civil works program. This is a full time permanent position and will be based in NSW, within a marketing leading, high performance team, who specialise in the delivery of large complex projects.

Requirements

  • Strong stakeholder and client management skills an understanding of real estate/property development processes.
  • Experience managing and training a small team of professionals. This role requires the ability to train and supervise the team in design management, procurement and superintendency during construction phase
  • Experience managing design and approvals stages including managing design consultants/engineers, overseeing land acquisition, obtaining planning approvals (REF or similar), and managing all aspects of utility service authority designs and approval (eg Sydney Water, Electrical, NBN, Telco, Gas etc).
  • Experience managing the construction stages including tender and engagement of construction contractors, contractor performance management, site management (safety, environmental, quality), all aspects of contract administration etc. Experience acting as Superintendents Representative (or equivalent) is essential.
  • Experience working with local government clients is strongly preferred. Experience working with other government clients may also be considered.

About you

  • Degree qualified – Civil Engineering strongly preferred, or other relevant degree with significant relevant experience maybe considered.
  • At least 7 to 10 years’ experience managing roads and drainage projects with a strong preference for experience at a local government level.
  • ‘White Card’ Construction Safety Induction required
  • Ability to travel to different sites across Greater Sydney Metro area. Drivers licence required.
     Can work from either our Sydney CBD or Sydney West (Norwest) office.

What’s on offer

Along with a competitive salary, we provide a diverse and inclusive work environment amongst a market-leading project management team that specialises in the delivery of large complex projects; you will have the opportunity to work with some of the most influential and talented leaders in the industry. RPS also offers many benefits to ensure your professional development & well-being:

  • Flexible/Hybrid work arrangements
  • Professional Membership p.a. reimbursement
  • Paid Parental and Partner Leave
  • Defence Reservist Leave
  • $250 Active Lifestyle Allowance p.a.
  • Additional annual leave purchase scheme + salary packaging
  • Professional and technical development programs incl, study assistance and online learning and Mentoring across portfolios etc
  • Active social clubs, Employee Assistance Program, Service Recognition and more++

 About Us

RPS is an industry leader in project and program management throughout Australia, with a strong construction Project Management team in Sydney, leading a range of significant government projects, including major infrastructure projects. The Perth office has a fantastic culture, including opportunities for collaboration and social activities with our other business units within Project Management and cross divisional opportunities.

Our Approach 

Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work. ‘Stronger Together’ is one of our five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace: ‘We are respectful, acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent. People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.’

Close Date: 15/11/2024

Expression of Interest