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Role Description
We’re looking for a Project Director to lead an established business unit in our Accommodation sector at RP Infrastructure (Residential, Student Accommodation, Build To Rent, Affordable Housing, Retirement Living, Aged Care and Hotel projects).

Working closely with the New South Wales leadership team and the National Executive Director of Accommodation, this position represents is a key role in our strategic growth.

As a Project Director, you’ll be responsible for strengthening our existing client relationships, helping to identify opportunities for winning new work, and delivering a range of Student Accommodation, Build To Rent, Hotel or other residential asset-class construction projects.

Located in our Sydney office, you’ll be responsible for:

• Delivering new build and refurbishment Accommodation/Residential projects – including business case preparation, design, procurement, contract management and construction responsibilities.
• Managing staff – you’ll be responsible for the growth and development of your team.
• Making strategic recommendations to the Senior Leadership group, about market trends and key opportunities for Business Development pursuits.
• Managing existing client relationships, providing outstanding levels of customer service to our project partners.
• Construction Project Management delivery within the Accommodation/Residential sectors.

Candidate Profile – Who Is This Role For?
Very rarely do career-defining opportunities arise in premier consultancy firms... This is one of those moments!

This position could be suitable for you if you’re:

• An established Senior Project Manager, with experience delivering Residential, Accommodation, Build To Rent, Mixed-Use or Hotel projects.
• An ambitious Project Director, who’s reached a ceiling in your current role and is ready to take the next steps in your career into a Leadership position.  Deep connectivity and relationships in the above markets will be essential to continue your upward trajectory.

Regardless of your current level of seniority, to be successful in this role you’ll also need:

• The ability to leverage your network and manage relationships within the Accommodation sector, to help identify new opportunities. Our approach to business development is unique at RP Infrastructure – this will be explained in more detail to suitable applicants throughout the recruitment process.
• Strong communication skills and an ability to build rapport with stakeholders; as well as a customer-focused mindset.
• Qualifications in Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, Construction, or related discipline.

What’s In It For You
This role is a tremendous opportunity for someone looking to work within an established property & buildings business unit, and help expand it to another level.  You'll do this through your Project Delivery expertise and connectivity in the market.

This is also an opportunity to continue (or commence) your path towards a leadership position in our business.

As a Project Director at RPI, you’ll also receive:

• Phenomenal support from our talented leadership team – you’ll play an integral part in shaping the further development of our business by providing strategic direction and advice, and receiving that same level of investment in return.
• A hybrid working environment, with high levels of autonomy and flexibility. Work in a way that best suits you!
• Ongoing career development and continuous progression opportunities. Upon joining RPI, you’ll receive your own tailored Professional Development Plan, as well as a senior mentor to help you reach your next career goals.
• A strong, supportive management team that cares about your success. We’re passionate about what we do, and we’re proud to prioritise the development of our staff.
• Access to events, activities and initiatives driven by our popular Health & Wellbeing + Diversity & Inclusion committees.
• Online training and development programs from our learning-on-demand platform, Go1 – here you’ll be able to access courses and training modules that interest you most.

About RP Infrastructure
RP Infrastructure (RPI) is one of Australia's leading Project Management and Advisory practices, recognised for delivering complex and high-profile projects across the Public and Private Sector.

With a focus on quality and collaboration, we deliver Advisory, Project Management and Asset Management services across the entire Infrastructure spectrum.

Community is at the heart of everything we do, and we’re proud to make a difference with the projects we deliver.  We partner with many of Australia’s most iconic businesses, Local, State & Federal Government entities, and Not-For-Profit bodies.

Specialising in Education, Civic & Culture, Accommodation, Health/Aged Care, Sports & Recreation, Justice, Retail, Industrial, Aviation, Roads, Rail and Ports sectors, we’re dedicated to delivering extraordinary outcomes by converting visions to reality, in an innovative and sustainable way.

If you’d like to hear more about the role, please apply with your most up to date CV, clearly detailing why you’d be suitable for this position.

RPI supports a diverse and inclusive work environment as well as equal employment opportunities. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people living with a disability, and people of all ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, backgrounds, and cultures.

Disclaimer: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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