Associate Director, Minor Projects

170 Kessels Rd, Nathan QLD 4111, Australia
Full-time
Appointment Type: Fixed Term
Employment Type: Full Time
Department ID: Planning, Design and Construction – ODC
Primary Location (Campus): Nathan Campus
Company Description
Creating a brighter future for all

Campus Life Planning, Design and Construction plan and deliver new built assets, (under $50M) refurbishment of existing facilities and replacement or upgrade of services infrastructure for Griffith University.

The Project Management team delivers projects on all of Griffith University’s campuses. The projects range in value and complexity and are delivered via varying contract delivery methods.

Griffith University is a progressive, values-led university dedicated to learning, leadership, and innovation. This is your chance to help us achieve our vision to transform lives and add to human knowledge and understanding in a way that creates a future that benefits all.

Job Description
The value of the program of works to be delivered for the next 3 years is approximately $300 M. The projects are diverse incorporating: replacement of critical assets and equipment, site services upgrades, renewable energy installations, refurbishments and a new building. Works will be undertaken on all of the University’s 5 campuses – Gold Coast, Logan, Nathan, South Bank and Mt Gravatt.

Based at Nathan, and reporting to the Director, Campus Life, you will lead a team of over 20 competent project professionals, based at both Nathan and Gold Coast campuses.

You will provide the strategic vision for the delivery of the program and leadership to the team. You will liaise with various stakeholders, including members of the senior executive and provide regular, clear and accurate reporting. You will embody and model a professional enthusiastic and positive culture within the team and represent Campus Life to the broader university.

For a detailed job description please see Position Description

Qualifications
About you

• Qualified in Construction or related disciplines
• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of extensive programs of construction work, projects and client liaison; scoping and project briefing and reporting
• Demonstrated experience in building, leading and managing effective teams
• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Experience as a formal superintendent for construction contract

What we can offer

A total remuneration package of $250,000. (Salary packaging to include 17% superannuation is available).
This is a full-time 5-year fixed term position and is based at the Nathan campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

Additional Information
Why join Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we’ve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We support the professional and personal development of all our employees and invest in the skills of our people. We offer:

• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts.
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading.
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information, please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page.

How to apply
Please submit your application online and ensure your application includes a current resume, including your name and contact details

Applicants must have unrestricted work rights. Visa sponsorship and relocation is not possible for this position.

Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information about this role, please contact Nicola Collier-Jackson, Director, Campus Life on n.collier-jackson@griffith.edu.au

For recruitment queries, please contact Kate Watson, Talent Acquisition Partner – kate.watson@griffith.edu.au

Closing date: Sunday 19 March, 2023 at 5 pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.