Infrastructure & Major Projects / Assets & Projects
Civil Works Coordinator
Permanent Full time
Annual salary starting at $102,****** + Statutory Superannuation
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is an inner eastern metropolitan Council, nestled on the outskirts of the CBD. The area enjoys a reputation as one of Adelaide's most desirable places to live, work, study and visit.
The Role
Council is seeking a skilled and proactive Civil Works Coordinator to manage delivery of the Council's annual Civil Infrastructure Capital Works Program which involves the renewal of roads, footpaths, and kerbs & gutters throughout the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters.
Working closely with Council's lead contractors and internal teams, the Civil Works Coordinator plays a key role in ensuring Council's annual program of works is delivered on time, within budget and to a quality that meets the expectations of residents, businesses and the broader community.
Key Responsibilities
Develop project schedules for the delivery of the of the annual Civil Capital Works Program (i.e. renewal of roads, footpaths, kerbs and gutters) and ensure that contract resources are allocated.
Develop positive and productive working relationships with Council's lead contractors.
Manage the delivery of the annual Civil Infrastructure Capital Works Program with support and guidance available when required.
Function as the Council's first point of contact and respond to internal and external enquiries relating to the delivery of the Civil Infrastructure Capital Works Program, including liaison with residents and businesses.
Conduct regular site visits to check progress, address issues, and verify that works meet required specifications and quality benchmarks.
Perform contract administration, including maintaining accurate financial records and processing invoices in accordance with the Council's policies and procedures.
Assist with managing other renewal projects (such as upgrades to the stormwater drainage network, playgrounds,



tennis and basketball courts) when required.
About You
You are an organised and solutions-focused professional with experience managing the delivery of civil infrastructure and contractors. You bring strong technical knowledge, sound judgement, and the ability to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes.
You will have:
Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management or similar discipline or a related field
Knowledge of civil and landscape construction methods and materials
Awareness of Australian Standards, legislation, regulations, guidelines and codes of practice relevant to the civil infrastructure
Effective communication and people skills
The ability to manage competing priorities, problem solve and respond to issues proactively
Experience in local government or the public sector and knowledge of asset management practices will be highly regarded.
Employment Requirements
DHS Working With Children Check
Availability for occasional out-of-hours work, including rostered weekends
Work in a cosmopolitan city-fringe location amongst beautifully maintained streets and precincts with plenty of food and shopping options
Free car parking options available
Training and professional development opportunities, including paid study assistance
Eligibility to accrue rostered days off
Annual leave loading
Ability to purchase additional leave each year
Income protection (illness, accident & injury)
Confidential & free access to the Employee Assistance Program 24/7
Join a value-based organisation that serves the community




Applications close 5:00pm on Monday, 9 November ****.
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The Norwood Payneham & St Peters Council is the local government body responsible for the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters.
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters comprises the Mayor and 13 Elected Members who are supported by a Chief Executive, four General Managers and a combined total of 175 field and inside staff.
Our audience is our community of residents, ratepayers, businesses, community groups as well as organisations, developers, state and local government partners and media contacts, all of whom we interact with on a daily basis.
We aim to keep those within our community well informed, particularly to ensure that they understand the extensive role the Council plays in the community.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
The Norwood Payneham & St Peters Council is the local government body responsible for the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters.
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters comprises the Mayor and 13 Elected Members who are supported by a Chief Executive, four General Managers and a combined total of 175 field and inside staff.
Our audience is our community of residents, ratepayers, businesses, community groups as well as organisations, developers, state and local government partners and media contacts, all of whom we interact with on a daily basis.
We aim to keep those within our community well informed, particularly to ensure that they understand the extensive role the Council plays in the community.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
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📌 Civil Works Coordinator (Adelaide)
🏢 City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters
📍 Adelaide