Job Description
We are seeking a seasoned civil construction professional to lead our residential division and drive its continued growth and success.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the full lifecycle of residential civil projects, including subdivisions, roads, drainage, and earthworks, ensuring timely delivery within budget and to the highest quality standards.
* Direct project teams, supervisors, foremen, subcontractors, and engineers with a focus on performance, collaboration, and innovation to achieve successful project outcomes.
* Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cost control to optimize profitability while meeting project specifications and client expectations.
* Develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency, address key challenges such as labour shortages and supply chain disruptions, and enhance project outcomes.
* Uphold WHS regulations, environmental standards, and company policies, ensuring all projects meet safety, legal, and operational requirements.
* Build and maintain strong partnerships with developers, local authorities, subcontractors, and clients to support project success and secure repeat business.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will require:
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
* Minimum 5 years' experience in civil construction management, particularly in residential townhouse projects. Experience running your own civil business is highly regarded.
* Exceptional team leadership and mentoring skills with the ability to inspire staff and stakeholders.
* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
* Strong understanding of industry regulations, compliance requirements, infrastructure, and land development processes.
* Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to manage diverse stakeholder groups.
* A strategic and innovative thinker who excels in dynamic, fast-paced environments, with a proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and results.
* Ability to navigate challenges such as labour shortages and fluctuating material costs.
Working with Us
Our organization is a leader in residential civil construction, delivering high-quality subdivisions, earthworks, roads, drainage, and infrastructure for major townhouse developments. We're seeking a seasoned leader to join our executive team and contribute to the growth and success of our residential civil construction ventures.