Above Award Contract
Location: Nambour
Vacancy No: 6517
Full-time 10-day fortnight
Applications close: Sunday, 30 November :59pm AEST
Why work with us?
At Council, we're proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you'll want to join our team
With the vision to be Australia's most sustainable region – Connected, Liveable, Thriving, our region is a model of sustainability, where caring for our environment, creating vibrant communities and growing our local economy is a way of life.
About the Role
Project Manager Opportunities – Urban Projects and Civil Delivery. Both roles offer the chance to work on meaningful projects that shape our future. If you're passionate about delivering high-quality outcomes and thrive in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you
Responsibilities
* Leading end-to-end project delivery from concept development through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high standards.
* Driving strategic planning, conducting feasibility studies, developing design documentation, and contributing to infrastructure policy and economic development initiatives.
* Managing stakeholder relationships engaging internal teams, external contractors, government agencies, and the community with clear communication and collaborative problem-solving.
* Overseeing risk and compliance by preparing risk management and communication plans, ensuring legislative and policy compliance, and maintaining Council's public image.
* Providing expert advice by supporting Councillors and senior leaders with insights and recommendations on complex infrastructure matters.
* Provide and review detailed programs highlighting critical milestones.
* Provide monthly project reports that identify financial position, program status and identify risks.
About you
You're a confident and capable leader who thrives in dynamic environments. You bring:
* Proven project management expertise in infrastructure, construction, or planning, with a track record of delivering medium to large-scale projects.
* Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to build relationships, resolve conflicts, and influence outcomes across diverse stakeholder groups.
* Analytical and strategic thinking to assess complex issues, develop actionable plans, and drive innovation.
* Leadership and mentoring experience to guide multidisciplinary teams and foster a values-driven workplace culture.
* Qualifications and certifications including tertiary qualifications in a relevant field and a Queensland White Card.
Our Culture & Employee Benefits
Wellbeing : Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities.
Flexibility : We know it is important to balance life and work; therefore, we offer a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
Extras : Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices.
How to apply
Your written application should include:
A 1- page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Once you have these two documents ready, click 'Apply Now' and follow the prompts to complete your application.
Further Information
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
For specific enquiries contact Tore Shaw during business hours on .
We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team at .
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
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Sunshine Coast council's Vision is Australia's most sustainable region. Our focus is to enable an outstanding quality of life for our residents with an accessible, well-built environment. This motivates us to think about the way we work and the impact our decisions have on our community and environment.
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