Property Project Manager

At Powerlink, every possibility starts with you

We believe life’s about possibilities. And so is the future. That’s why we need you.

Are you an experienced Property Project Manager that can support the acquisition and management of our easements, land- and property portfolio? If you want to build a career with a leader in the energy industry you can help us achieve project outcomes that support the transition to Queensland's renewable energy future. 

We’re working at the heart of Queensland’s energy transformation. Now more than ever, we need people who want to help us deliver a world-class energy future and ensure we continue to navigate through this once in a generation energy challenge. Join us and make it happen.

A career that matters and lasts

As the Property Project Manager, you’ll find clever solutions to interesting land and property acquisition deliverables and help us connect a more sustainable energy future for more than five million Queenslanders and 241,000 businesses. Your work with us is about every light turned on, every community connected, and every future made possible. 

• Competitive Salary starting from $194,000 plus 14.75% Super for a 10-day, 80 hour fortnight.
• You will lead and manage the property acquisition component of the project, including the approvals and stakeholder component of major and minor projects.
• You  will be the subject matter expert for all property acquisition matters – including valuation advice and negotiating and acquiring land, easements and property rights.
• You will support collaborative community engagement on land and easement acquisition projects, review feedback and manage responses to stakeholders.

We believe every employee deserves the opportunity to enjoy a work-life balance that enhances their overall wellbeing and performance through inclusive and supportive benefits.

Ask us about:

• Flexible & hybrid working options
• Career development
• Health & wellbeing programs
• Leave offerings (including 14 weeks paid parental leave – at full or half pay, plus additional leave purchasing)
• Inclusive workplace facilities
• Free undercover secure parking, with access to onsite charging stations for electric vehicles

The opportunity:

Powerlink Queensland is expecting continued growth in our major project portfolio for the next decade. To provide critical support to our major project delivery our Property Project Team is looking for an experienced Property Project Manager to support the acquisition and management of our easements, land- and property portfolio for our linear infrastructure projects. 

The purpose of the Property Project Manager position is to lead and manage the delivery of land access, including the approvals and stakeholder component of major and minor projects. 

The people you'll join:

You will be part of our Major Projects Division based in Virginia and join a growing and dedicated Property Project Management team with a supportive culture that will provide critical support to our Major Project Delivery teams.

What you'll bring:

To be successful in this role you will need relevant property management experience ideally supporting linear or utility focussed infrastructure projects and demonstrated experience in property and land acquisition.

You will need to demonstrate experience providing strategic and tactical property services including advice, negotiation and delivery to internal and external stakeholders

You will need to have demonstrated the ability to plan, manage and deliver property and land acquisition outcomes, carrying out front line negotiations and supporting & coordinating engagement with a wide range of clients, customers and stakeholders

Ideally you will have relevant Tertiary qualifications in property/real estate, project management, valuation, surveying, law, business, commerce or related field with extensive relevant property and land acquisition experience.

What matters most is your drive to make an impact for the millions of people we serve. Through our core values of accountability, customer service, teamwork and safety, you’ll strive to question and challenge the ordinary every day.

Find your possibility today:

To kick start your career at Powerlink, apply by attaching your resume and cover letter on our careers page before midnight on Monday 5 May, 2024. Please be aware our recruitment team will commence the review process during this period. 
 

To discuss any adjustment requirements or for more information on the role, contact Klaas at klaas.vannoord@powerlink.com.au.

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