Program Manager Property

Lead and manage internal and external teams to set the Right Business Endorsed Capital Plan within APAM's business park.

We currently have an exciting new opportunity for a dynamic and experienced Program Manager to join our Property team. The purpose of the role is to provide end to end development and delivery leadership, which starts with helping the business identify the right capital projects. The Program Manager will provide strong design management, have commercial rigor with smart and active in procurement, cost control and management and be focused on project delivery.

Melbourne Airport is at the forefront of a dynamic expansion, poised to support the city's ascent to become Australia’s largest city within the next decade. As we soar towards new heights, we're embarking on ambitious projects, including the development of a third runway, state-of-the-art terminals and major business park projects creating unparalleled opportunities for growth and innovation. Join us in shaping the future of aviation as we propel Melbourne Airport towards becoming Australia's favourite Airport destination.

Discover how Melbourne Airport is thinking big with exciting projects like the third Runway, state-of-the-art terminals, and thriving business park developments —watch our video to see the future take flight: https://youtu.be/Sjn21l0hz1Q

Key responsibilities:

The role's duties and accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and manage respective project teams in delivery of allocated capital projects, and ensure teams are well engaged across key APAM business stakeholders.
• Support the Program Director in delivery of respective capital plan and engagement with stakeholder groups – internal and external
• Drive project teams with focus across key areas of Design Management, Procurement, Cost Control and Management and Delivery Management
• Prepare Business Cases/ Investment Committee/ Board Submissions on allocated projects to an acceptable standard including being clear in identification of business benefit, commercial agreement, cost and schedule.
• Lead project teams to develop project brief’s across projects lead selection of consultants from consultant panel
• Ensure project designs have a strong focus on Customer Experience in all passenger facing designs
• Ensure design incorporates, where appropriate, off site manufacture and other innovation that can provide benefit
• Ensure APAM governance and reporting requirements are implemented and met across allocated projects
• Once agreed ensure the right procurement approach is implemented for the respective projects and drive value through the procurement process with appropriate risk allocation and commercial terms
• Ensure cost plans are aligned to ageed APAM benchmarks and cost planning standards
• Lead project team to ensure safety is always front of mind across internal project team members and external consultants and contractors – Target Zero.
• Lead project team to deliver a high-quality product

The successful candidate will have:

• Degree qualified in related discipline, Construction, Engineering, or equivalent relevant tertiary qualification; and/ or substantial experience
• End to end experience in leading built environment capital projects in a 24/7 complex operational environment.
• Experienced in leading sub-programs or projects concurrently to meet agreed timelines
• Experiencing in leading multi-disciplinary design teams through the project lifecycle
• Experienced in delivering Commercial Property Developments including Sunken Infrastructure
• Strong financial management and commercial acumen.
• Experience in construction procurement methodologies
• Strong interpersonal and relationship skills need to be able to communicate at all levels internally and externally including clear and concise communications.
• Experience in anticipating problems and proactively mitigating potential issues.
• The ability to tailor communication methods and practices to the relevant stakeholder audience.
• Proven ability to influence third parties (internally and externally) in a high-pressure environment.

We understand that not everyone will feel they meet all of these 100%. However, if you feel you have the attitude and aptitude to grow within our team, we invite you to apply and have a conversation with us about this position.

About the Company:

Melbourne Airport (Australia Pacific Airports Corporation) is proud to be one of Australia's premier transport hubs and Victoria's gateway to the world, connecting us to the global marketplace. We are committed to creating connections that matter and enhancing the traveller experience across every aspect of our organisation to deliver our vision of becoming Australia's favourite Airport destination. Currently, in an exciting phase of change, we are delivering rewarding career opportunities, making Melbourne Airport a dynamic and fast-paced place to work for our people.

APAC is a majority Australian-owned private company that also operates Launceston Airport, the tourism gateway to Tasmania and an industry multi-award-winning airport.

Culture and Values:

By joining the team at Melbourne Airport, you will work within a friendly, high-performance culture with a focus on our people and their development.

Our vision is to become Australia's favourite Airport destination and our people are paramount to achieving this success. We provide a supportive environment, with values that encourage all of our employees to Be You, Think Big, Own it and Work Together.

Benefits:

• Free access to Higher State, our state-of-the-art Fitness Club & Wellness Hub at Novotel & ibis Styles Airport hotel.
• Airport car parking 24 hours/365 days a year for both business and personal use
• Hybrid flexible working arrangements
• Airport Holiday, an additional day of leave
• Wellness Day, a further additional day of leave
• Discounted onsite childcare at Creative Garden Early Learning
• Mental health and well-being initiatives, including Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Long-term career and professional development opportunities
• Active social culture and participation in a range of social impact days and activities
• Signature Experiences including an airfield family day, and kids’ footy day 
• Access to an employee benefits scheme including access to corporate rates and airport retailer discounts (including SkyBus)

APAC is committed to weaving Diversity into our DNA. We believe that Diversity and Inclusion will help us realise our greatest potential as a company, and maximise the potential of all our team members. We strive to create a culture where our team members understand that each individual is unique and that embracing diversity makes us more flexible, productive, and creative.

APAC provides equal opportunity and advancement in employment regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, cultural background, caring responsibilities, disability or socioeconomic background. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our workplace values of Being You, Thinking Big, Owning It and Working Together.