About the role: As a senior member of the Capital Works team, the Senior Project Manager - Capital Works, you will assist in leading the development and management of Infrastructure and Property projects within the Capital Works team. The role will be heavily focused on the "Big Picture". This role encompasses the full project lifecycle.
Provide leadership by motivating team members to achieve the goals and objectives of the Capital Works Team.It is essential to have a background in project and programme management methodologies, as well as expertise in stakeholder engagement, including collaboration with Iwi.Identifying development needs of Capital Works Team to foster growth, delivery and build positive relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.Ensure compliance with Council policies and procedures and industry standards.Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, resource allocation and risk management strategies.There are 2 Senior Project Manager roles on offer:1 role concentrating on 5 waters management and road infrastructure.1 role concentrating on Council reserves, buildings and land development projects.About You: Our ideal candidate would be a respected and passionate Senior Project Manager, have significant experience with commercial management, programme management, construction and risk management. This role requires strong leadership particularly for leading, coaching, mentoring and supporting the project management team. Overall, you will be warm, friendly and approachable person with a willing attitude.
You will also have: Minimum 10 years' experience working in a Project Management role, working on infrastructure projects.You will have a proven track record in successfully managing complex projects and achieving financial targets.Significant experience with commercial management, programme management, construction management, risk management, tendering, contract, quality & design management processes.A good understanding of the Public Sector environment and a demonstrated understanding of policy and regulatory processes, including Local Government decision-making and operating procedures.Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.What we can offer: Great work-life balance with flexibility.Career coaching and development.Life insurance.Wellbeing and volunteer leave.Three days paid leave between Christmas and New Year.Two weeks paid Partners Leave.Sick leave from day one.Continued KiwiSaver contributions during savings suspension.Discounts with local and national businesses.Why you should join our team: We enjoy achieving and delivering, we recognise everyone's unique skills and qualities. This allows us to be passionate about what we do; and to deliver products and services that have positive outcomes for the Selwyn District.
About us: Selwyn is one of the fastest-growing districts in New Zealand. We have a fantastic quality of life, great communities, and a thriving economy. Our Council works actively with residents to provide the services and facilities that help our communities to thrive and grow.
Our head office is based in Rolleston (only 25km from Christchurch), which offers an enviable family lifestyle, outstanding local facilities and an easy drive to the ski fields, rivers and hills that make up Canterbury's stunning landscape.
Our values are important to us and represent the way we work: · Be a good human · Be brave - Think differently · Better together- Make it happen for Selwyn.
We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and we are committed to working with our Treaty partner to deliver on our obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
We value the safety of our community - this role requires a satisfactory safety check including police vetting and for you to pass a drug and alcohol test.
If you'd like to play a part in making Selwyn the best place to live, work and play, join us today!
Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews scheduled as applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible without waiting for the closing date.Please click 'Apply Now' to be considered for the role. Applicants for the role should have New Zealand citizenship/residency or hold a valid New Zealand work visa.To apply for this job go to: https://sdcjobs.co.nz/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6692549.
Applications close 29 November 2024
Closing Date: Saturday, 14 December 2024
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