Position Project Manager/ Engineer
Work Location 23 West Street, Council’s Administration Building
Directorate Infrastructure Services
Section Major Projects
Reports to Manager Major Projects
Annual Salary Band $112,718.28 - $129,876.21
Classification Level 6-7, Mount Isa City Council Certified Agreement 2024
Engagement Type Full-Time, Ongoing
POSITION OBJECTIVE
The Project Manager/Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating and delivering a diverse range of
engineering and infrastructure projects across Council’s business units and programs. The position works
collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to define project scope, develop project
documentation, manage resources, monitor risks, budgets and timeframes, and ensure projects are
delivered to agreed quality, governance and customer service standards.
The role determines and manages the technical approach for assigned projects, maintains effective
communication and working relationships with project teams and stakeholders, and supports the successful
delivery of Council’s Capital Works Program. The position is also responsible for coordinating Cultural
Heritage and Native Title matters associated with Council projects, including negotiating and facilitating
agreed ILUA (Indigenous Land Usage Agreement) requirements, clearances and agreements with
Traditional Owners and Native Title claimants to enable works to proceed appropriately and in accordance
with relevant obligations.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
• High level leadership, negotiation, consultation and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to
coordinate project teams, influence outcomes and build effective working relationships with
contractors, consultants, internal stakeholders, public officials, Traditional Owners and the
community.
- High level written, verbal, interpersonal and customer service skills, including the ability to
prepare clear project briefs, reports, correspondence, Council reports and presentations.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, procedures, contract documentation
and engineering information for project customers, contractors, public officials and other
personnel.
- High level understanding of project management principles, including project scoping,
scheduling, risk management, governance, procurement, contract administration, budget
management, financial monitoring and performance reporting.
- Sound knowledge of contract standards, engineering codes, construction practices, relevant
legislation, Australian Standards, environmental requirements and local government
processes.
