Capital Works Manager

Our purpose is to make skills, education and employment accessible to every person, so they can create their own world of unbounded possibilities.

About The BUSY Group…

The BUSY Group is a not-for-profit organisation with nearly 50 years experience as a community partner.  With multiple business entities operating across 100+ locations Australia-wide and now in New Zealand, Canada and the United Kingdom, we offer an extensive range of employment services and programs, vocational training, apprenticeships, mentoring, Inclusive Employment Australia, specialist schools and allied health services. 

About the Role

The BUSY Group is expanding, evolving and investing in modern, fit‑for‑purpose environments that support our mission: helping more people into education, training and employment. As our Capital Works Manager, you’ll lead the planning, delivery and handover of complex capital projects across our diverse property portfolio — from school campuses to corporate offices and specialised facilities.

You’ll oversee a team of project managers, guide end‑to‑end delivery of refurbishments, fit‑outs, upgrades, extensions, relocations and new sites, and ensure every project meets legislative requirements, governance standards and operational readiness. This is a senior, influential role reporting to the General Manager – Property & Assets, with visibility across executive and Board stakeholders.

What You’ll Lead

• Capital works delivery — Oversee end‑to‑end delivery of refurbishments, fit‑outs, upgrades, extensions, relocations and new sites across BUSY Schools, BUSY Group offices and other TBG properties, ensuring compliance with all approvals and certifications.
• Project leadership & stakeholder management — Lead and develop project managers, manage consultants and contractors, and maintain strong communication with internal teams, executives and external partners.
• Procurement, contracts & governance — Drive tendering, procurement, contract administration, project briefs, plans, risk frameworks, progress reporting and governance across the capital works program.
• Cost, schedule & risk control — Manage budgets, forecasting, programme control and proactive risk mitigation to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to required standards.
• Commissioning, handover & operational readiness — Oversee defects, certifications, as‑built documentation, maintenance plans and smooth transition to operational teams.
• Cross‑functional collaboration & compliance — Work closely with WHS, risk, compliance, ICT, procurement and finance, while upholding Child Safety National Principles and BUSY Group safeguarding policies.

Why BUSY?

• Lead high‑impact capital works shaping the future of education and community services.
• Work across diverse, meaningful projects with strong organisational support.
• Senior visibility with executive and Board stakeholders.
• Purpose‑driven organisation committed to creating opportunities for young people and communities.
• 4 additional paid annual leave days – 1 My BUSY Day and 3 days at Christmas 
• Enjoy a hybrid work model, collaborating in the office and working from home
• Clear pathways for internal advancement 
• Dedicated training budget for personal and professional growth  
• BUSY Benefits program - Paid parental Leave, retail discounts and access to Fitness Passport 
• Community Giving day
• Enjoy work that genuinely impacts lives 
• Employee Assistance Program with Sonder Wellbeing App

What You’ll Bring

• Capital works expertise — Extensive experience delivering complex, multi‑site capital projects across construction, infrastructure or development, including refurbishments, fit‑outs, extensions, relocations and new‑builds.
• Leadership capability — Proven ability to lead and develop project teams, delegate effectively and manage competing priorities with sound judgement.
• Construction & approvals knowledge — Strong understanding of industry requirements, town planning, MCU processes, development approvals and certifications.
• Procurement & contract management — Demonstrated capability in tendering, procurement, contract administration, consultant/contractor management and negotiation.
• Governance & commercial acumen — High‑level skills in project governance, risk management, reporting, budgeting, forecasting and cost control, with experience engaging executives and Boards.
• Compliance & documentation — Strong record‑keeping, reporting and regulated‑environment experience, with excellent attention to detail and time management.
• Technical proficiency — Skilled in project management software and comfortable coordinating across varied sectors (education/community desirable).
• Qualifications & checks — Degree in project management, architecture, engineering or construction management; 5+ years’ senior PM experience; Blue Card; National Police Check; open driver’s licence.

Next steps...

Candidate care is important to us, this role will actively commence recruitment from the date of advertisement. The closing date of this ad is dependent on the appointment of the role.

The BUSY Group is an Organisation that puts the best interest of children and young people first by adhering to the Child Safety Organisation National Principles.  The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening including, criminal history and relevant working with children checks.

The BUSY Group is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from First Nations People, veterans, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities