Area Civil Manager

Be the client-side lead driving smarter, faster, value-managed civil delivery
- Work on resort projects that blend lifestyle, scale, and innovation
- Join a proud brand entering an exciting new growth phase

**GemLife is in an exciting phase of growth, recently listed on the ASX and expanding at a rapid pace. With more than ten new sites set to commence in the next 12 months, we are delivering civil works at an unprecedented speed to bring our over-50s lifestyle resorts to life. This is a company that is truly going places, with a long pipeline of projects already underway and many more coming out of the ground.**

**Joining GemLife now means becoming part of a vertically integrated business that does it all - from acquiring land and securing approvals through to developing, building, and operating our resorts. Behind the scenes is a powerhouse team of civil specialists, architects, consultant engineers and designers, plus construction professionals, all working together to deliver communities of the highest quality. It’s a rare opportunity to be part of something this dynamic, where your work directly shapes the growth and success of the business.**

**The Opportunity: Infrastructure Delivery Lead - Civil Works**:
This is not a desk job.

We’re seeking a veteran-level civil expert who knows how to walk a site, read between the lines, and spot better ways to build. You’ll be the client-side authority overseeing the full lifecycle of civil infrastructure delivery — from early design input and contractor management to compliance, reporting, and site performance.

It’s a hands-on, high-accountability role for someone who can blend deep technical know-how with leadership presence and commercial edge.

**Your Role Will Include**:

- Overseeing civil contractors across multiple resort projects, ensuring scope, safety, and standards are met
- Reviewing designs and identifying opportunities to value-manage and optimise delivery
- Holding consultants and contractors accountable to timelines, budget, and quality
- Ensuring civil infrastructure aligns with best practice, regulatory standards, and GemLife's high standards
- Working closely with internal development, construction, and leadership teams to keep projects moving

**What You’ll Bring**:

- Significant experience in civil construction — ideally across both contractor and client-side roles
- Strong technical knowledge of earthworks, services, roadworks, and site infrastructure
- A keen eye for efficiency — you know how to push back, problem solve, and propose smarter alternatives
- The confidence to challenge ideas, lead conversations, and work collaboratively with senior stakeholders
- A boots-on-the-ground mentality — you’re not afraid to roll up your sleeves and own your site

**Key Outcomes Expected**:

- Civil scopes delivered **on time, on budget, and to specification**:

- Improved ROI through smarter design and value engineering
- No surprises in the ground — risks and issues identified and resolved early
- Living Gems' reputation as a leader in quality and cost-effective delivery is upheld and enhanced

**Why Join GemLife Now?**:
We’re on a mission to scale, evolve, and build better. You’ll be joining a tight-knit leadership team with the appetite to innovate, the pipeline to grow, and

This is a role for someone who wants to make a mark — and build resorts that residents will be proud to call home.

**We want to see the full picture of you.**

**Please submit your CV along with a cover letter,**addressed to Nicola**,** that tells us who you are — not just what you’ve done. Share your approach, your mindset, and how you’ve made a difference on the ground and in the boardroom. We want a **360° view** of your value.