Project Manager – 11285

The Gladstone Region is a dynamic Central Queensland coastal region that provides an enviable lifestyle and economic stability for more than 63,000 residents. Gladstone Regional Council is committed to a dynamic, proud and diverse future for the Gladstone Region that focuses on working together to balance our region’s lifestyle and opportunity. Our success is built on a foundation of safe, engaged, high performing talent and teams and a values-based culture centred around our SERVICE principles.

Council is seeking to appoint a Permanent Full Time Project Manager to contribute to Council’s success.

About the Role

The purpose of this position is to manage capital works projects and provide engineering support to other business groups in the delivery of long-term projects. This position is required to manage project activities and execute project deliverables in a safe manner and complete projects to high-quality standards, on time and within budget.

Essential criteria

1. Diploma of Project Management (or a related engineering discipline) and specialised skills and experience coordinating multiple projects simultaneously whilst responding to changing timeframes and project variations.

2. Experience delivering civil related capital works projects.

3. Demonstrated high level interpersonal and communication skills to engage with contractors, service authorities, consulting engineers and senior management.

4. Knowledge of and experience using AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite and corporate business systems.

5. Legally able to drive a motor vehicle in Queensland.

Why work for GRC?

• We are fortunate to live in an attractive, growing region and proud to provide opportunity for personal growth and career development for our employees.
• We offer opportunities to grow your career within a progressive local government organisation and work in a high performing team that values your contribution.
• You will be rewarded with a competitive salary including generous superannuation and a flexible roster that supports a generous work-life balance.
• We offer a range of employee benefits including free physiotherapy, support services and discounted health cover and fitness memberships.

Please be advised that the preferred candidate for this position, as a condition of employment, may be required to complete a criminal history check, a pre-employment medical or a skills assessment.

Council is committed to connecting with the Gladstone Regional community which values diversity and inclusion and encourages you to bring your whole self to work. First Nations people are encouraged to apply.

Closing Date

12 noon Tuesday 9 August 2022.