Title: Executive Director, Delivery
Join us on Victoria’s Big Build, delivering the Victorian Government's rail infrastructure projects. To reflect our broader remit, our organisation name has changed from Level Crossing Removal Project (LXRP) to VIDA Rail, providing a strong link to our overarching authority, VIDA. We're excited and proud to continue the Level Crossing Removal Project, Melbourne Airport Rail and Big Build Rail projects. There's never been a better time to get amongst the action!
About the role
The Executive Director, Delivery, VIDA Rail will be responsible for overseeing and mentoring a team of Program Directors delivering various projects across VIDA Rail’s significant program of works. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, major elements of the role involve managing internal and external relationships to achieve project objectives, mentoring and guiding Program Directors in all aspects of project development and delivery, and providing advice to government and senior management on project issues.
On a day-to-day basis, the role will
- Lead a team of Program Directors to ensure the overall integration and successful delivery (development, procurement, design, construction, completion and handover) of a portfolio of geographically dispersed VIDA Rail and Rail infrastructure Upgrade projects within scope, time and budget.
- Coordinate the projects interface with other relevant infrastructure projects and public transport operations.
- Build strong relationships and competently negotiate with senior representatives from transport agencies and project contractors on major delivery issues, including changes to scheduling and program.
- In conjunction with Program Directors, monitor performance against project milestones and key results areas.
The role is a 3-year fixed term SES3 position, paying a total remuneration package between $430,741 – $573,328.
About you
Let's get technical! What will we expect from you?
- Demonstrated experience and success in senior roles within major construction, engineering or infrastructure projects.
- Demonstrated experience in construction management, procurement strategies, contract management and administration in complex infrastructure projects.
- Ability to effectively manage a broad range of matters affecting project delivery, including those of a legal, land, planning or environmental nature.
- Astute analytical skills and the ability to convey complex and technical issues to a range of audiences.
- Demonstrated capacity to lead complex commercial negotiations and achieve solutions, including within a construction environment using multiple forms of contracting.
- Experience in leading rail engineering and/or grade separations and construction will be highly valued.
- A tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction or demonstrated experience equivalent
At VIDA Rail we embrace diversity and inclusion. We actively strive to remove barriers and encourage applications from people of any age, or disability, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, culturally and linguistically diverse or LGBTIQA+. We will make adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure that you are able to participate to the best of your ability.
About VIDA RAIL
At VIDA Rail we’re removing level crossings and delivering improvement projects across the rail network, to remove barriers and creating a long-lasting legacy for our communities.
Inclusion is a priority for us, and we are committed to creating an employee community that reflects those in which we work. We value diverse representation at all levels of the organisation.
As leaders in the transport sector, we provide secure pathways into the industry for:
- Women
- People who identify as LGBTQIA+
- People living with a disability
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders
- Refugees or asylum seekers
- People facing barriers to employment.
We offer and encourage flexible work and purchased leave arrangements for all employees to support wellbeing, family or carer commitments and other personal circumstances.
We also place great importance on professional development and growth through both formal training opportunities and lessons learnt.
Health, safety, and wellbeing are at the heart of what we do. We aim to create a safe and healthy workplace for everyone, every day, everywhere.
What next?
To apply – submit your CV and a cover letter (maximum of two pages) addressing the following requirements:
- Demonstrated experience and success in senior roles within major construction, engineering or infrastructure projects.
- Demonstrated experience in construction management, procurement strategies, contract management and administration in complex infrastructure projects.
- Ability to effectively manage a broad range of matters affecting project delivery, including those of a legal, land, planning or environmental nature.
- Astute analytical skills and the ability to convey complex and technical issues to a range of audiences.
- Demonstrated capacity to lead complex commercial negotiations and achieve solutions, including within a construction environment using multiple forms of contracting.
After assessing your CV and cover letter, the next steps will be a phone screen, followed by an interview where you can showcase your skills and potential.
Please note: the successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which include national police checks and misconduct screening.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa to be eligible to apply.
Need more information?
Click here to view the position description.
For specifics about the recruitment process entailed, or a confidential discussion around any special accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process you may need in order to participate to the best of your ability, contact Alice Porter (Manager, Business Partnerships) via email alice.porter@vida.vic.gov.au
Visit us: levelcrossings.vic.gov.au
