Design and Coordination Manager

**About the role**

As Design and Coordination Manager, you will lead the Design and Coordination team contributing to broader departmental objectives and collaborate with council stakeholders to ensure optimum integration of design services with project delivery council wide. As a leader who inspires and motivates their team, you will manage the functions of Engineering Survey Services, Civil Design, Pavement Design, Landscape Architecture Design, Project Co-ordination, Scheduling, Estimating and Capital Governance.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

- Lead the development, implementation and delivery of the capital delivery portfolio supported by high quality policies, systems and practices
- Provide effective change management and embed robust systems to ensure long term planning, financial management, design and project management and team succession planning
- Manage the technical services area by integrating and optimising planning and service delivery across a number of functions in a customer focussed manner and consistent with Council’s strategic direction

View the position description for more details about the role.

**About you**

To be successful in this role you will have:

- Demonstrated success in a senior leadership position, leading a diverse team of technical service providers
- Current C Class Queensland drivers licence
- A proven track record in development, implementation and planning of capital projects and delivery of outcomes in a high tempo environment
- Qualifications in an appropriate discipline
- An excellent fit for our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership

**About the benefits**

This is a fixed term (4 year) full time management contract position with an attractive remuneration package that includes 12.5% superannuation and leave loading.
- **Positive workplace culture**: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
- **Work/Life balance**: Enjoy a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions
- **Diversity and inclusion**: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making
- **Learning and development**: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends
- **Leave options**:Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options

**About us**

Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities.

Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:
**_‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'_**

We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.

**Join us**

If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
- A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
- A resume of no more than 4 pages including qualifications that you hold

Closing date: 22 November 2024

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening which may include a criminal history check.

Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.