Visionary Strategic Leader

6 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia laing O'Rourke Full time
About Laing O'Rourke

We are a $6 billion international operation with 70 years of experience in Australian construction and infrastructure. Our diverse projects include high-security military bases, major rail transport infrastructure, and landmark buildings at transportation hubs.

As one of Australia's largest plant and equipment hire companies, Select Plant Australia plays a vital role in our operations. We believe that the right culture combined with technology will enable us to meet growing demand and deliver certainty for our clients.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Head of Strategy based in Sydney. This position offers excellent career prospects with a privately-owned tier 1 constructor and international engineering enterprise.

The Head of Strategy plays a critical role in shaping and driving the company's strategic direction. Responsibilities include initiating discussions on the company's mission, vision, and strategy; developing comprehensive models and strategy documents; and analyzing data to inform strategic decisions.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop corporate strategy by applying functional expertise to test its viability and contribute creative ideas and insights.
  • Create strategies that drive business growth, competitive advantage, and profit growth, ensuring the organization remains ahead of market trends and competitors.
  • Analyze and interpret data to draw conclusions about social, technological, economic, and political developments and their consequences for the company.
  • Collaborate with various departments, including marketing, IT, and customer service, to develop constructive relationships and ensure their input is considered in strategic decisions.
  • Provide support in delivering strategic initiatives, ensuring projects align with overall strategic goals.
  • Monitor performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess progress and make necessary adjustments.
About You
  • A minimum of 15 years of work experience, preferably in top-tier management consulting and corporate in-house strategy.
  • Experience in Construction or Engineering preferred; alternatively, industrial goods experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field; an MBA is preferred but not mandatory.
  • Proficiency in analyzing complex data and drawing meaningful insights to inform strategic decisions.
  • Ability to identify and manage risks associated with strategic initiatives.
  • Deep understanding of the construction industry and market trends.
Estimated Salary Range: $180,000 - $250,000 per annumBenefits

We strive to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. Our culture supports ongoing growth and development, offering benefits such as specialized learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, and industry-leading paid parental leave policy.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the society we live and work in. Laing O'Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

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