Civil Works Coordinator

Make a visible impact by managing the Council’s annual Civil Infrastructure Capital Works Program which involves the renewal of roads, footpaths, and kerbs & gutters throughout the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters.

Enjoy true work-life balance, including eligibility to accrue rostered days off, paid overtime or time-off-in-lieu. Competitive remuneration and stability, with an annual salary starting at $102,326.54 + superannuation.

The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is an inner eastern metropolitan Council, nestled on the outskirts of the CBD. The area enjoys a reputation as one of Adelaide’s most desirable places to live, work, study and visit.

The Role:

• Manage delivery of the Council’s annual Civil Infrastructure Capital Works Program.
• Work closely with Council’s lead contractors and internal teams.
• Ensure the program of works is delivered on time, within budget and to quality expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop project schedules for the delivery of the annual Civil Capital Works Program.
• Develop positive and productive working relationships with Council’s lead contractors.
• Function as the Council’s first point of contact for enquiries relating to the program.
• Conduct regular site visits to check progress and verify that works meet required specifications.
• Perform contract administration, including maintaining accurate financial records.
• Assist with managing other renewal projects when required.

About You:

• Organised and solutions-focused professional with experience managing civil infrastructure.
• Strong technical knowledge and sound judgement.
• Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders.
• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management or similar discipline.
• Knowledge of civil and landscape construction methods and materials.
• Awareness of Australian Standards, legislation, regulations, guidelines and codes of practice.
• Effective communication and people skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and problem solve proactively.

Experience in local government or the public sector and knowledge of asset management practices will be highly regarded.

Employment Requirements:

• National Police Check (no adverse findings).
• DHS Working With Children Check.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Availability for occasional out-of-hours work, including rostered weekends.

Benefits:

• Work in a cosmopolitan city-fringe location with plenty of food and shopping options.
• Free car parking options available.
• Training and professional development opportunities, including paid study assistance.
• Eligibility to accrue rostered days off.
• Paid overtime / Time-Off-In-Lieu.
• Annual leave loading.
• Ability to purchase additional leave each year.
• Income protection (illness, accident & injury).
• Confidential & free access to the Employee Assistance Program 24/7.
• Join a value-based organisation that serves the community.
• Healthy Lifestyles Program.