- $102,506 (G07) per annum, plus 17% superannuation
- Full time, fixed term, 3-year contract
- Be involved in a range of diverse projects at Curtin Properties
Job reference: 996784
Are you an experienced project professional with a passion for urban planning, architecture, and capital works projects? Join our Properties, Facilities & Development (PF&D) team as a Planning Project Coordinator and play a key role in shaping the future of our campuses
About the Role:
Working closely with the Project Planning Portfolio Managers and colleagues within the University, you will be responsible for coordinating and planning projects. You will be involved in a diverse range of projects which will vary in size from small fit out projects to larger projects with multiple interfaces to be considered as part of planning for successful design and delivery.
In addition, the role requires that the successful respondent will have the capacity to understand a range of technical matters, including in the field of Health Facility and/or Laboratory Design and be able to use this to develop scopes of work that will result in a successful built-form project.
This is a great opportunity where you will work with our talented and experienced team members who specialise in Architecture, Urban Design, Space Management and Project Management where you will have the opportunity to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders and industry consultants.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Partner with various stakeholders to establish project deliverables, objectives, and outcomes.
- Manage and monitor projects in terms of timelines, implementation, and evaluation methods.
- Scope development, and coordination of design development by external design consultants.
- Complete needs and feasibility assessment, project proposals, project definition plans, design development, budget, governance, and impact assessment.
- Provide sound advice in terms of statutory requirements, land use planning and asset management in project proposals and development plans.
Who we are looking for:
- Relevant qualifications in Architecture, Interior Design or a related discipline would be highly preferred or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Extensive project planning, stakeholder relationship and project management skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
- High level of organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage competing tasks.
- Sound decision making and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to understand project data and architectural drawings.
- Strong understanding of statutory and compliance requirements relating to the building industry
Relevant experience in capital works projects relating to interior design, urban spaces, research and/or teaching facilities (desirable)
Role Requirements:
1. As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role
2. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin's satisfaction
Your new Team:
Properties, Facilities & Development (PF&D) plays an important role in ensuring Curtin University's physical presence enables ongoing transformation and supports the University's vision to be a recognised global leader in research, education, and engagement. The PF&D team is responsible for delivering great places where people come first, and this position makes an important contribution to that achievement.
Our university has a vision to make our campuses a greater place for all. Within the Curtin organisation, PF&D is responsible for the planning and management that provides a vibrant and beneficial environment for study, work and leisure. We look after the programs and facilities that Curtin has in place and ones that are planned for the future. PF&D's stakeholders include the University Community - students, staff and visitors together with external parties, those leasing property on campus, consultants, contractors, partners and funding agencies.
About Curtin University
We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/
What We Offer You:
Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more. For more information, check out our benefits page
For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/
Join Us
If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:
- Resume and cover letter tailored to address the selection criteria outlined in the responsibilities.
If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on CurtinCareers@curtin.edu.au or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.
Applications close: Sunday, 18th May 2025
Disclaimer: Please note that there is no standardised time for the closing of adverts on the specified date. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application ahead of this deadline. Late applications will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.
Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.
Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.