City of Canning

Senior Projects Officer

Are you a skilled Architect looking to make a real impact to our City?

Be part of a forward-thinking local government team committed to enhancing community infrastructure!

About the role

As part of our dynamic team, you’ll work closely with our Principal Architect and a dedicated team to deliver building projects that will shape the future of our community. From civic buildings to recreational facilities, our diverse portfolio offers rewarding challenges and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

In this role, you will undertake duties such as:

• Manage the project lifecycle from start to finish, ensuring projects stay on track and within budget
• Formulate project briefs and design solutions including feasibility and optioneering
• Coordinate and lead building project teams, including consultants and contractors
• Develop and manage project budgets, expenditure and reporting financials accurately
• Implement best practices in design and construction to achieve safe and sustainable outcomes
• Liaise with stakeholders to understand needs and ensure project success
• Assess existing assets for potential reuse or renovation opportunities
• Identify and mitigate project risks throughout the process
• Prepare necessary documentation for project tendering

About you

• Qualification in Architecture or Project Management and substantial (5 -  10 years') post-graduate experience
• Demonstrated experience delivering a full range of architectural services
• Strong understanding of project management principles, including budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and quality control
• Sound leadership skills and ability to set direction and support a cross-functional team
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to deliver on outcomes with key stakeholders
• Proficiency in time and cost management to meet critical targets

Why you’ll love working at the City?

• A permanent, full-time position in a thriving Band 1 Local Council
• Monthly rostered day off
• $105,453.13 - $118,337.85 per annum + super
• 17.5% paid Annual Leave Loading for when you take annual leave.
• We match super contributions to help you save for your future.
• Discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations, skins checks and other well-being events.
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
• Genuine commitment to learning and development.
• Membership to Canning and Riverton Leisureplexes (gym, aquatics, sauna, group fitness).

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference!  With a population of around 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Canning welcomes you to apply:

To view the position description or complete an application including your Resume and Cover Letter (PDF format preferred) visit www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select the position and click “APPLY”.  You may also contact Antonietta Franco on 0419 916 150 for a confidential discussion.

Applications are open until 5.00pm 23 February 2025, we reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.