Description:
Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools
The Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools (DLCS) provides a range of services to support approximately 3,500 staff in 45 vibrant and dynamic Catholic school communities that serve more than 18,000 students. The DLCS assists schools to build teaching and leadership capabilities in communities of professional educators who share responsibility for school improvement and for achieving the best outcomes for our students.
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Project Manager, Property
This position can be located at: Coffs Harbour or Port Macquarie
Full-time, permanent position. Start date to be negotiated with the successful candidate.
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The Rewards:
- Salary: Attractive salary dependent on skills and experience + 11.5% superannuation
- Additional benefits: Company car, work laptop, mobile phone, fuel card, credit card and access to salary packaging.
- Working hours: 7-hour working day, 35-hour week
- Flexibility: Achieve both work-life balance and the benefits of face-to-face collaboration with your peers with our hybrid working model
- Staff well-being: Access to our Employee Assistance Program, free annual flu vaccinations, discounted gym and aquatic memberships through fitness passport
- Growth: Learning and career development opportunities.
Position Purpose:
The Project Manager leads the delivery and coordination of building and construction projects and assists in the development, implementation and evaluation of complex projects to achieve outcomes and support organisational objectives. You will be assisting the Diocese with:
- Project Planning - major works;
- Building and construction site coordination and supervision;
- Acting as a conduit to ensure effective communication between the Property Services Team, Schools, project consultants, contractors and vendors, etc.;
- Business partnering to achieve project outcomes; and
- Meeting reporting requirements.
Work Requirements:
- A current/valid Australian Driver’s Licence and eligibility to work within Australia for the period of the appointment;
- Hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check, or ability to obtain if the successful candidate;
- Requirement to travel between locations.
Qualifications:
- Degree in project management, architecture, urban design, or a related field; or
- Certificate IV in building and construction combined with relevant project management experience.
Work Experience:
- At least three years' experience coordinating major projects and managing project budgets;
- Experience working in the education sector would be an advantage;
- Experience managing multiple construction projects.
Key Capabilities:
- Current working knowledge of legislation, regulations, codes and standards;
- Experience with Microsoft project software;
- Ability to develop, deliver and evaluate processes and programs;
- Highly developed skills in oral, written and interpersonal communication;
- Demonstrated ability to prioritise competing deadlines;
- Ability to work effectively as a team member and promote a collaborative culture while operating with a high level of autonomy as a subject matter expert.
Plus, the following generic criteria:
- Knowledge of WHS and equity principles in the workplace;
- Respect and uphold the ethos and teachings of the Catholic Church and the values of the Employer.
Your cover letter must address the key capabilities listed above.
Additional information:
- Please view the Position Description for a detailed overview of the role
- Click this link for information on our Diocese and region.
Enquiries: recruitment@lism.catholic.edu.au
Applications close: 11.55pm, Sunday 16 March, 2025
Diocese of Lismore C atholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools
For identified child related roles, Child Protection legislation requires preferred candidates to hold a valid NSW WWCC
An equal-opportunity employer