Help shape the future of Hamilton, Kirikiriroa.
Are you a seasoned leader with significant delivery experience in managing a large complex portfolio of capital investments? Do you have the passion and drive to make a real impact to your community? We are seeking a dynamic and capable leader who is accountable for our annual capital portfolio of delivery (circa $380 million) to fill our Unit Director - Design and Deliver role, a full-time position based in the Hamilton CBD.
What does a day in this job look like? Reporting to the General Manager Infrastructure and Assets. This is a pivotal role managing and delivering the capital investments portfolios across Hamilton City Council's infrastructure and assets programme. You will be at the forefront of Hamilton City Councils vision - Hamilton's full potential to be unlocked - it's the best place to live.
Hamilton City Council is transforming the way it operates, delivers and governs its capital investment portfolio. As such this role will also be responsible for driving a continuous improvement and maturity of our delivery and monitoring capability. A Portfolio Office (PO) is being established and to ensure consistency with delivery disciplines, the Head of Portfolio Office will also report to the Unit Director. You will also be responsible for embedding these changes and ensuring that robust governance, assurance and reporting disciplines are implemented to optimise delivery success of our capital investment portfolio and its associated benefits/outcomes.
In this role, your daily responsibilities will involve leading a team of highly skilled professionals, managing complex vendor contract management, fostering robust strategic stakeholder relationships and implementing and maintaining a delivery lifecycle framework. You will ensure KPI targets are established and you will be tasked with building a delivery and assurance workforce that aligns with the Council's financial model, capacity and capability to delivery against the Long-Term Plan.
Infrastructure and Asset Group The Infrastructure and Assets Group contributes to the liveability of Hamilton today and for generations to come. We're here to provide safe, trusted infrastructure to our community and we look after the things that keep our city running while building the city of the future. Our work is the backbone of our great river city, and we're proud to delivery world-class solutions for Hamilton.
Skills & experience we are looking for: Considerable experience working at an executive level in medium to large organisations, preferably within local government. 15+ years programme management experience, ideally in a complex infrastructure engineering consulting environment. 10+ years' experience in a leadership position in a relevant industry with experience in people leadership across multiples levels, sites, and activities. Proven leadership skills with demonstrated ability to articulate the corporate vision and take people on a change journey. Proven experience in iwi and mana whenua partnerships, customer, and stakeholder relationship management. Media liaison skills and governance meeting presentation experience. Master's degree in business, management, engineering or similar. What's in it for me? This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of Hamilton City. You will gain knowledge and experience from a large complex environment which is a great opportunity to develop and grow. You'll establish strong networks and contacts such as senior government and public sector officials, boards of directors, executive and senior leaders. If you are a seasoned leader with a passion for driving results, we want to hear from you!
Upload your CV and answer a few questions Note that we'll be shortlisting as we receive applications All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role. View more information about these checks, our commitment to the Privacy act and details for international applicants by clicking here As a council, we believe in creating a welcomingenvironment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga)– we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents thateveryone brings. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to positivelyinfluence the lives of the community so that Hamilton's full potential can beunlocked making it the best place to be. It is important to usthat we support you throughout our selection process (interview andassessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know inadvance so we can make sure these are met. This role is being sourced directly. If/where HamiltonCity Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek thissupport from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not beresponsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other paymentsrelated to unsolicited contact. Contact Us260 Anglesea St, Hamilton City Council, Private Bag 3010,
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