Building Projects Officer

DIRECTORATE:
Infrastructure, Planning & Environment

CLASSIFICATION:
Grade 13

SALARY:
$86,435 to $95,078 + 11.5% employer contribution to superannuation

REPORTING TO:
Facilities Lead

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Permanent Full Time

THE POSITION:
Internal facing role to manage minor building projects and review all applications for funding and inclusion in the future planned building program. Principal building contact for minor buildings and any others not overseen by the Supervisor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide project management leadership, direction, and training on building projects
• Organise regular meetings with internal clients to understand ideas for future building projects
• Work with the clients to develop project scope and brief for proposed building projects in accordance with AlburyCity’s
  Project Management Framework (PMF)
• Act as ‘gatekeeper’ by reviewing the project briefs at the PMF Initiate Stage and make recommendations on their inclusion in the future building program
• Assist clients in submitting grant applications for external funding of approved building projects
• Work with the Assets Team to ensure there is a comprehensive Asset Management Plan and budget for each property
• Work with Council’s Design Coordinator and organise the transfer of major projects with a budget more than $0.25M
• Develop PMF documentation to support minor project with a budget less than $0.25M
• Establish PMF project team for all minor building projects
• Provide an initial review of project briefs for new initiatives developed by business units and make recommendations
  to the Supervisor on their inclusion in the building program
• Develop project designs and budgets for minor projects at the PMF Plan Stage in conjunction with the internal clients
  and designers
• Assist internal clients in the tender or quotation of minor building works in accordance with AlburyCity policy and
  ensure that the works are satisfactorily completed to a high standard
• Manage the physical, human and financial resources to deliver cost quality outcomes within adopted budget parameters
• Undertake the Complete Stage of all minor project and review lessons learnt with the Project Management Officer
• Assist the Supervisor in the planning and budget estimation for cyclical works
• Maintain PMF dashboard and variations for budget, time, and scope
• Perform other tasks or duties as directed by the Supervisor which are within the limits of the employee’s skill, competence, and training
• Observe requirements of the WHS Legislation, relevant to the job and adhere to AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding WHS
• Observe appropriate AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding day-to-day operations including Equal Employment Opportunity policies, AlburyCity’s Dress Code and Standards Policy and AlburyCity's Code of Conduct

ABOUT US

Our Organisation:  We are the facilitator of a thriving, resilient and liveable city full of opportunities and the custodians of an environment like no other. We consistently deliver best-in-class leadership, services, facilities and experiences, providing exceptional living for our local community.

Our Values: We are a values driven organisation and these underpin everything we do.

• Working Together: I respect, listen to and value the contributions of others and celebrate our achievements.
• Integrity: I am trustworthy, honest, accountable, open and consistent in all that I do.
• Courage and Passion: I am enthusiastic and have the confidence to speak up for the betterment of AlburyCity.
• Innovation: I seek to increase my knowledge through new ideas and continuous improvement.
• Loyalty: I am supportive of others and committed to AlburyCity and the community.

Live Well Work Well: The health and safety of our people is more than a priority, it’s a commitment embedded within our values. Unlike priorities which change over time, our values form the basis for all that we do; they define our purpose and what we stand for. We seek to have a positive impact by developing a holistic wellbeing culture that empowers everyone to be their healthiest and happiest version, resulting in a more engaged and productive workforce with lower incidence of illness and injury.

It is, and always will be, our goal to have a workplace free from harm.

Two Cities One Community: On 13 October 2017 AlburyCity and The City of Wodonga entered into an historic partnership between the two cities. In August 2022 both Councils worked together to review and re-commit to the Partnership Agreement.

This partnership is a unique opportunity to develop a way forward that benefits our community as a whole with the aim of improving integration, productivity and social and economic development. It will focus on future growth that will continue to add value to both cities. Through this combined focus, underpinned by four key pillars of; leadership, economy, environment and community, we will unleash our potential and drive innovation for the benefit of the region and the nation.

Our Mission is to work together to achieve our community goals now and into the future. We understand that we are stronger together and can achieve more when working in collaboration. We will build on our current partnerships and shared values for thebetterment of Albury and Wodonga.

Child Safety: AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation and our people support, listen to and empower children and young people. We create safe environments that minimise the risk of harm and we have ZERO tolerance for child abuse, violence and neglect.