Urban Infrastructure Project Lead

Australian Capital Territory; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ACT Government's Infrastructure Development Delivery (IDD) is seeking an Infrastructure Officer on a full-time permanent basis to oversee planning, design scope, procurement and execution of key capital projects for the Canberra community.

The role emphasizes delivering quality, timely outcomes while complying with policies and legislation, and includes leading multi-project delivery and supervising junior staff.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant professional qualification in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Urban Design, Planning or Project Management or accreditation with a professional body recognised within Australia.
• Hold a relevant building degree.
• Have significant Landscape design/ urban design/ planning or Infrastructure knowledge and/or project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and effectively project manage multiple capital works projects through engagement with ACT Government delivery agencies, consultancies and contractors.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders across CED and external groups.
• Apply well-developed skills in project management to meet demanding schedules and provide professional advice and assistance to other officers and managers within IDD, including planning, budgeting and legislative approvals.
• Perform a supervisory and mentoring role to junior officers in the delivery of capital works projects.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership/mentoring

Budget management

Education

Landscape Architecture / Architecture / Urban Design / Planning or PM accreditation

Building degree

Infrastructure knowledge

Job description

ACT Government's Infrastructure Development Delivery (IDD) is seeking an Infrastructure Officer on a full-time permanent basis to oversee planning, design scope, procurement and execution of key capital projects for the Canberra community.

The role emphasizes delivering quality, timely outcomes while complying with policies and legislation, and includes leading multi-project delivery and supervising junior staff.