Project Director - Telecommunications

About Ventia

Ventia is a top-tier services provider that plays a critical role in supporting communities across Australia and New Zealand. As an ASX top 200 company, with a secondary listing on New Zealand’s Exchange (NZX), Ventia specializes in the long-term operation, maintenance, and management of essential public and private assets. Operating across various industry segments, including defence, telecommunications, transport, and social infrastructure, Ventia has built a proud legacy of delivering tailored outcomes for clients and communities alike.

Today, Ventia boasts a diverse workforce of more than 35,000 people, operating across 400 sites in Australia and New Zealand. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.

About The Role

Reporting to our General Manager Telecommunications NZ, the Project Director will oversee a national team, leading the delivery of existing programs, whilst working closely with both clients and our internal functions to drive growth and the operational delivery within the portfolio.

You will oversee safe works, drive strategic growth, disciplined program management, and maximise stakeholder engagement internally and externally.

Furthermore, you will play a significant leadership role responsible for growth, strategy, and operational leadership of one of our key portfolios for the Ventia Telecommunications business in NZ.

Key Experiences & Skill

•    Formal qualifications within Project Management or similar relevant discipline.
•    Demonstrated experience leading large scale infrastructure programs, fit for purpose delivery for telecommunication assets.
•    Outstanding client engagement, relationship building, networking and communication skills.
•    Exceptional commercial acumen, with experience managing P&Ls, budgets, contracts, negotiations, and the financial performance of a business or business unit.
•    Excellent knowledge of project delivery processes, including a keen eye on continuous improvement and risk management.
•    Inspiring and supportive leader with a proven ability to develop diverse, high performing teams through guidance, coaching and collaboration.
•    Skilled in fostering an inclusive, engaging work environment that drives service excellence
•    Exceptional deliverer on multiple task assignments simultaneously meeting deadlines with a high level of detail and accuracy.
•    A leader who is dedicated to a safety-first culture by driving safety, environment & health outcomes.

About You

You can refer to previous experiences where you have successfully tendered, won, and delivered a portfolio of projects, including growing market segments, developing innovative solutions, and building trusted stakeholder relationships. 

To be successful in this role, you will partner with the General Manager and the Senior Leadership Team in driving organisational performance and identifying and winning growth opportunities related to existing contracts / clients.

You will be an engaging leader, who grows highly motivated and capable teams, guided by your clear and strong leadership. 

Diversity

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents, and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Māori and Pasifika people, LGBTTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

How To Apply

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