Open Space Project Lead
- Lead the planning and delivery of open space and recreation programs and projects.
- Manage project budgets, procurement processes and risk registers.
- Coordinate consultants, contractors and key stakeholders.
Immediate start with an established and collaborative local government team
Your new company
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Open Space Program Lead to join a local government organisation on an initial 6-month contract.
This role will suit a planning, open space, recreation or project professional looking to lead the delivery of community-focused open space initiatives. Working across a diverse portfolio of parks, sporting fields, gardens and recreational assets, you will oversee project planning, procurement, budgets, risk management and community consultation activities.
Your new role
Reporting into a collaborative and high-performing team, your responsibilities will include:
- Leading the planning and delivery of open space and recreation programs and projects
- Managing project budgets, procurement processes and risk registers
- Coordinating consultants, contractors and key stakeholders
- Attending and facilitating community consultation and engagement activities
- Preparing project plans, reports and recommendations for senior stakeholders
- Supporting the delivery of strategic open space initiatives across parks, gardens and recreational facilities
- Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to agreed outcomes
- Providing technical advice relating to open space planning and project delivery
What you'll need to succeed
- Experience delivering open space, parks, recreation or public domain projects
- Background in urban planning, landscape architecture, project management or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience managing procurement, budgets and project risks
- Experience undertaking stakeholder and community consultation activities
- Strong communication and relationship management skills
- Local government experience will be highly regarded
What you'll get in return
- Initial 6-month contract opportunity
- Meaningful projects that directly impact local communities
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to lead a diverse portfolio of open space initiatives
- Flexible working arrangements
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Jade Applegate now on 0472 622 534.
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