Executive Director Infrastructure and Major Capital Projects

Job Description

• Outstanding opportunity for an experienced infrastructure professional
• Leadership Role, Competitive Remuneration and Fixed-Term up to 5 years
• University-wide asset strategy implementation

Victoria University (VU)  is seeking an exceptional, commercially minded, and motivated leader with experience in asset strategy development through to execution and delivery. This role will lead a reframed approach to the management of VU’s infrastructure for the purpose of: 

• Revitalising our campus network across the west of Melbourne and the CBD
• Delivering the best quality infrastructure solutions for our learning and teaching and research
• Adapting our economic model for infrastructure and operational expenditure
• Activating our campus sites to become a catalyst for precinct and urban renewal and industry and community engagement.

Anchored in our strategic plan, this role will focus on future-focused infrastructure that builds on our institutional strengths and develops a sustainable campus network which contributes to the long-term financial sustainability of Victoria University to be a thriving place to study and work. Victoria University wants to position itself as a proudly different, inclusive, and outstanding university. 

The Opportunity:

The Executive Director, Infrastructure and Major Capital Projects will lead the development of Victoria University’s Infrastructure Plan to support the Universities objectives, working closely with the University Council and the executive team.  Importantly, this role will also have the imprimatur to drive the implementation of executable plans and delivery of major capital programs. The Executive Director, Infrastructure and Major Capital Projects will provide high quality, evaluative thinking and evidence informed analysis and authoritative advice on strategic infrastructure matters.

The Executive Director, Infrastructure and Major Capital Projects is responsible for working with key internal and external stakeholders, to develop the estate strategy, undertaking the necessary commercial, financial, and technical planning to execute and building institutional capability in doing this whilst managing risk. The Executive Director, Infrastructure and Major Capital Projects leads a team of professionals in capital planning, design, and delivery as well as real estate management. 

About You: 

Victoria University’s collaborative working environment will help you thrive and achieve the best outcomes for yourself, the solutions you lead and the diverse teams you inspire. You will have: 

• An inspiring and inclusive leadership style to bring the best out of people and work collaboratively across our university.
• Proven business and commercial acumen, with asset/infrastructure planning and delivery experience.
• Evidenced achievement in leading complex infrastructure program of work which deliver high strategic value to an organisation.

How to APPLY: 

To access a copy of the position description, click here  To apply for the role, please click on the Apply Now button. 

Please submit your application as a single document and it must include:

• Brief covering letter
• Specific responses to the ‘Key Selection Criteria’ in the Position Description (below) providing examples of demonstrated experience and capabilities (maximum 3 pages)
• Full curriculum vitae stating responsibilities and achievements against each role you have held.

For specific queries related to the role, please address to Lucy Franzmann, Chief Financial Officer c/- Contact Email: [email protected]

Applications Close: Friday 15 March 2024 at 5:00 PM

Our Commitment to Protecting Country: 

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share. 

Victoria University is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. The University encourages applications from women, gender diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from under-represented backgrounds in this field and at this leadership level.