Business Unit Manager - Development & Building Engineering
Competitive Salary Package: $160K–$180K + Super
Welcome, we are excited to share this opportunity with genuine candidates and invite you to our unique approach which plays a crucial role in matching our valued clients and prospective candidates.
Lead Regional Growth - Shape the Future of Civil Engineering in Northern NSW
Ready to take the next step in your civil engineering career? This is your opportunity to lead, influence, and grow — while shaping the future of regional infrastructure in Northern NSW.
About the Opportunity
Work closely with the General Manager as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
Oversee the Development & Building business unit, lead and manage a high‑performing technical team, deliver projects, ensure quality, drive business development, and contribute to business‑wide strategy.
Support for MBA studies, career development and long‑term investment in you.
Relocation assistance to help you move to Northern NSW.
Lifestyle balance in a relaxed, community‑focused region.
A supportive, award‑winning workplace culture.
The salary package for this role ranges from $160,000 to $180,000 plus superannuation, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
About the Business
BK. Engineering Consulting Solutions is a regional consultancy with a clear goal: to become the leading civil engineering firm in NSW by 2030. The company is expanding fast, built on strong local relationships, technical integrity, and genuine community impact.
Recognised as an Outstanding Employer of Choice and Outstanding Business Leader, and a finalist in the 2025 Northern Rivers and Lismore Business Awards, BK. Engineering Consulting Solutions values its people as much as its projects.
With offices in Grafton, Lismore, and Coffs Harbour, BK. Engineering Consulting Solutions is a values‑driven, owner‑operated consultancy built on teamwork, accountability, and practical engineering. Its people deliver high‑quality outcomes that strengthen regional communities.
About You
You're a qualified and experienced civil engineer who understands the ins and outs of land development and building infrastructure — and the Australian standards and council requirements that come with it.
You've led teams, managed projects, and delivered results. But what really drives you is growth — growing businesses, growing people, and growing your own influence. You want to step into a role where you can truly shape how things are done and leave a lasting impact.
You're confident, strategic, and commercially savvy — but you also roll up your sleeves, communicate clearly, and lead by example. You bring a growth mindset and a desire to elevate a team and business into its next chapter.
Key Qualifications, Experience & Skills
* Qualified Civil Engineer, ideally Chartered or willing to attain Chartership.
* Experience leading teams in a consultancy or development setting.
* Ability to lead operational delivery while managing financial performance.
* Confident communicator and strong relationship builder.
* Growth‑oriented mindset with strategic capability.
* Willingness to be based in or near Coffs Harbour or Grafton/Lismore considered.
Key Areas of Responsibility
* Purpose: Build and lead a high-performing team aligned with the company's strategy and values.
* Responsibilities:
o Manage and mentor the Development & Building team.
o Drive accountability, performance, and professional growth.
o Foster a culture of ownership, learning, and technical excellence.
Project Delivery & Operational Oversight
* Purpose: Ensure the delivery of projects on time, on budget, and to required standards.
* Responsibilities:
o Oversee project planning and resourcing.
o Support proposal writing and tender responses.
o Maintain high-quality outputs and compliance with codes and regulations.
Business Development & Client Relationships
* Purpose: Expand market presence and strengthen long-term strategic partnerships.
* Responsibilities:
o Build relationships with government, clients, and industry stakeholders.
o Lead business development initiatives aligned with strategic goals.
o Represent BK. Engineering Consulting Solutions at events and within networks.
Financial Management
* Purpose: Ensure financial performance and contribute to strategic planning.
* Responsibilities:
o Manage forecasting, budgets, and reporting for the business unit.
o Oversee financial health and profitability.
o Work closely with the GM and CFO to align financial and business goals.
Quality & Safety Standards
* Purpose: Maintain systems and standards that support safe, quality, and consistent delivery.
* Responsibilities:
o Uphold ISO9001 and WHS standards.
o Ensure risk mitigation strategies are in place.
o Champion continuous improvement and compliance.
How to Apply
If you're ready to step into this exciting leadership role, we'd love to hear from you.
At LeverageMe we work closely with the business owners to understand their needs and ensure that our candidates experience a transparent and comprehensive process and as a result our clients endorse us to make only the most aligned recommendations to proceed.
For your application to be considered for the next stage, please ensure you include your relevant resume and cover letter specific to this opportunity. To position yourself well, please note:
In your cover letter, please include the appeal of this role, reference to the results you have achieved in previous role/s that relate to this opportunity and any key questions you have regarding this role.
You will also complete a short questionnaire to submit your application and should you be shortlisted, further invitations for assessment will follow.
We commit to contacting every candidate so you will know where your application is at.
Should you require further information to complete your application please contact (emailprotected).
#J-18808-Ljbffr