Operations Manager

NACP Projects Australia delivers commercial construction projects with a difference through Indigenous management, leadership, and 50 per cent community ownership that strives to increase the involvement of Indigenous Australians in the building industry. NACP Projects aims to deliver value for money outcomes and build a trusted brand in commercial construction while generating continuous revenue streams and profitability that allows NACP Projects to invest in social initiatives, training and development and trade competency.

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Due to continued project growth nationally, NACP Projects is looking to expand our team of experienced construction professionals in 2025 and are now seeking to appoint a suitably qualified Operations Manager to lead project delivery across a thriving construction business unit. In this hands-on leadership role, you'll oversee project teams, drive safety and quality, manage budgets, and build strong client relationships. With 10+ years' construction management experience, you'll bring commercial acumen, people leadership, and a passion for delivering projects on time and on budget. In this pivotal leadership role, you will:

• Provide day-to-day leadership of all project delivery staff across the business unit.
• Oversee the safe delivery of all construction projects, ensuring outcomes meet profitability, quality, and productivity expectations.
• Drive a culture of safety, teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, operational reporting, and contribute to strategic business planning.
• Build strong client relationships and support business development activities.
• Mentor and develop project teams, ensuring succession planning and performance growth.
• Represent NACP Projects with professionalism in dealings with clients, government, industry, and community stakeholders.

What we are looking for
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You will have a tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Project Management or similar and proven experience in the Australian market. You will be able to demonstrate your experience in a similar position within the Australian construction industry preferably across aviation and/or defence industry contractors. The successful candidate will also need to provide a current police check, proof of residency/working entitlement and identity verification information prior to being made a formal offer. Australian citizens who are eligible to apply for/currently hold a AGSVA security clearance would be required. The position requires regular interstate travel to various locations to support our construction teams.

Demonstrated experience in:

• Leading and managing teams of construction professionals including mentoring, training and performance management.
• Outstanding stakeholder management and client focus.
• An understanding of building methodologies and current industry best practice.
• Programming skills utilising MS Project.
• Understanding of current Work Health Safety and Environment Acts and Legislation.
• Quality management and continuous improvement practices and processes.
• Monthly commercial reporting, progress claims and variations.
• Effective implementation and knowledge of Contracts models to support our teams deliver projects.
• Negotiation and dispute resolution skills.
• Working within externally and OFSC accredited systems.

What working for NACPP is all about:

We're looking for someone aligned with our vision and values. Joining our team puts you at the centre of our mission to be Contractor of Choice – and we uphold that by working hard with our clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers to deliver outstanding projects.

The aim of NACP Projects is that Indigenous Australians benefit from the regular and significant investment undertaken in building and infrastructure across Australia. In doing so, NACP Projects demonstrates how companies and agencies can work collaboratively with the Indigenous community to provide employment, education and training opportunities.

The perks

Working with our friendly and highly motivated team in our Brisbane office, you'll feel supported from your very first day. We don't just talk about our people being our best asset, we actually show it Working with NACPP means you will challenge yourself on a variety of rewarding projects in a friendly environment. Joining us is a positive move, and you will be supported and encouraged to develop your career right from your first day. We are also proud to offer you:

• An enjoyable, fast-paced and professional working environment
• Flexible options for work/life balance and support through our Employee Assistance Program
• Free car parking, a full health assessment upon employment and annual flu vaccinations
• Committees that focus on social interaction, Reconciliation, Health & Wellness, Safety, Business Improvement, community engagement and charitable causes
• Paid Parental Leave
• Competitive remuneration package, including paid parental leave.
• Support relocation with up to $10K in relocation expenses allowance

Don't meet every single requirement? Don't let that stop you from applying for a role with us. Our inclusive and diverse workplace can't be that way without a variety of people and their experiences, within it.

If this role is one that appeals to you, but your CV doesn't meet all of the requirements, we still encourage you to apply – your interest in us might just mean we have a role that's the perfect fit for you.

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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