Job Description
Richard Crookes Constructions – Canberra ACT
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Richard Crookes Constructions (RCC) is seeking an experienced Services Manager to join our Major Projects team delivering the landmark AIS Podium Project in Canberra.
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This is more than another construction project.
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The AIS Podium Project represents a once-in-a-generation redevelopment of the Australian Institute of Sport campus and the most significant upgrade to the iconic site since it was established in the ****s.
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Backed by a $***** million Australian Government investment, the project forms part of Phase 1 of the broader AIS Site Masterplan and will create contemporary, high-performance facilities designed to support athlete safety, wellbeing and world-class performance on the road to Brisbane **** and beyond.
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For an experienced Services Manager, this is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering a complex, high-profile project with a genuine national legacy.
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The Project
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The AIS Podium Project will deliver three world-class facilities:
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Testing & Training Centre
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A new state-of-the-art facility providing advanced equipment and environments to support athlete testing, training and development.
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Indoor Sports Dome
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A major indoor sports facility providing 24/7, all-weather training capability across multiple sporting disciplines.
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AIS Athletes Village
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A new multi-storey, fully Para‐accessible accommodation facility housing up to 200 people and supporting Australia's elite athletes on campus.
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The Opportunity
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As Services Manager, you'll take a leadership role in the coordination and delivery of building services across this technically complex Major Project.
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Working closely with the broader project leadership team, consultants, subcontractors and key stakeholders, you'll ensure services are effectively planned, coordinated and delivered to the quality and performance standards required.
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You'll bring both technical expertise and strong leadership, helping drive collaboration across the project and ensuring services requirements are integrated successfully throughout delivery.
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RCC's Services Manager position is designed as a senior role within the services function, requiring the ability to lead teams, optimise delivery and provide strategic guidance on services-related decisions.
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Key Responsibilities
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Lead and oversee building services delivery across the project
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Coordinate services contractors, consultants and internal project teams
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Drive services planning, coordination and integration across construction activities
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Manage services-related contracts and ensure compliance with project requirements
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Identify risks, constraints and opportunities early and drive practical solutions
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Maintain strong relationships with clients and key project stakeholders
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Drive quality assurance and ensure services are delivered to the required standards
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Lead, mentor and support members of the services team
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Monitor performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and delivery
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Work collaboratively across project, safety, commercial and operational teams
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Support commissioning, completion and successful handover of building services
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The RCC position description places particular emphasis on service delivery, client relationships, quality assurance, team leadership and contract management, along with continuous improvement throughout delivery.
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About You
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We're looking for an experienced Services Manager who has successfully delivered services across large-scale, technically complex construction projects and enjoys being part of a collaborative project environment.
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5+ years' experience within senior-level services management
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Strong building services experience within the construction industry
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Experience delivering large-scale commercial, health, education, sporting or similarly complex projects
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A strong understanding of building services coordination, installation, commissioning and handover
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Demonstrated experience leading and developing services teams
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Strong subcontractor, consultant and stakeholder management capability
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Excellent planning, coordination and problem‐solving skills
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Solid commercial awareness and understanding of services contracts
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Confident communication and leadership skills
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A Bachelor degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline
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The formal RCC position description requires a relevant degree and 5+ years' experience in a senior services management role.
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Why RCC?
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At Richard Crookes Constructions, our people are at the heart of what we do.
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We're proudly Australian owned and have built our reputation through the strength of our people, relationships and the quality of the projects we deliver.
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Joining RCC means access to:
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Career‐defining Major Projects
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Genuine career development and progression
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Birthday Leave
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U Days – additional wellbeing leave
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Flexible working arrangements
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Fitness Passport
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Calm Premium membership
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Novated leasing
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Employee recognition programs
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A collaborative and people‐focused culture
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Our values guide how we work every day:
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We take pride in our work.
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Build something that will support Australia's athletes for generations.
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The AIS has played a defining role in Australian sport for more than four decades.
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This is an opportunity to be part of its next chapter - delivering world‐class facilities that will support Australian athletes on the journey to Brisbane **** and well beyond.
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If you're an experienced Services Manager looking for a technically challenging Major Project with genuine purpose and legacy, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Services Manager (Canberra)
🏢 Richard Crookes Constructions
📍 Canberra