Facilities & Development Manager

About Sonder

Sonder is a leading not-for-profit human services organisation committed to creating communities where no one is left to navigate life's hardest moments alone. We work alongside thousands of people each year, bringing together mental health, alcohol and other drug, community and practical supports to deliver connected, person-directed care that helps people live the lives they choose.

About the Role

As the Facilities & Development Manager, you will lead Sonder's facilities, property and infrastructure portfolio, with a key focus on the planning, development and delivery of new centres and major infrastructure projects that support Sonder's continued growth.

Working closely with the Executive and senior leaders, you will lead new site developments from initial planning and property assessment through to design, fit-out and operational readiness, while also overseeing the performance, compliance and strategic management of Sonder's existing property portfolio.

This is a senior role requiring strong commercial judgement and project leadership, with responsibility for capital works, leases, property negotiations, contractors, budgets and facilities operations. You will lead the Facilities team and provide trusted advice on property investment, infrastructure priorities and future site requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead new site developments from initial planning and property assessment through to design, fit-out and operational readiness
• Oversee the performance, compliance and strategic management of Sonder's existing property portfolio
• Manage capital works, leases, property negotiations and contractors
• Manage budgets and facilities operations
• Lead the Facilities team
• Provide trusted advice on property investment, infrastructure priorities and future site requirements

Experience Requirements

• Extensive experience managing facilities, property and infrastructure services within a complex, multi-site environment
• Demonstrated experience leading capital works projects, including site developments, fit-outs, refurbishments and relocations from planning through to completion
• Proven experience managing budgets, procurement, tender processes, contracts and contractor performance to achieve quality and value-for-money outcomes
• Strong knowledge of facilities compliance, WHS requirements, building codes, asset management and maintenance planning
• Proven leadership experience in building, leading and developing high-performing operational teams and stakeholder relationships
• Exceptional project management, commercial and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver strategic and operational outcomes

Qualifications and Other Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Property, Building or a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrated experience
• Current or willing to obtain a Working with Children's Check (WWCC)
• Current or willing to obtain a National Police Check (NPC)
• Drivers License
• Employment is subject to compliance with Sonder's Immunisation Policy. Applicants must hold, or be willing to obtain, all vaccinations and immunisations required for the role

Additional qualifications or professional credentials highly regarded:

• Project management certifications (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, Certificate IV or Diploma in Project Management)
• Postgraduate qualifications in facilities, property or construction management
• Membership of relevant professional associations (e.g. FMA Australia, AIPM, AIB or RICS)
• Contract administration or superintendent training under Australian Standard contracts
• WHS qualifications or training in construction safety and principal contractor responsibilities

Position Details

• Salary Band: $115,000 - $129,000
• Hours: Full-Time
• Location: This position will require you to travel regularly to all Sonder sites

Benefits

• Salary (excluding super) paid above award and reviewed annually
• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development allowance provided yearly
• Generous salary packaging options - increase your take home pay by 6-12%
• 17.5% Leave Loading
• Modern and welcoming office spaces
• Christmas Closure Bonus Leave (above annual leave entitlements)
• Training opportunities
• Meal & entertainment allowances
• Paid parental leave, and much more!

Sonder are open to negotiating further benefits with the successful applicant to ensure an excellent working environment for you.

How to Apply

Applicants are requested to send a cover letter and resume to Sonder via our careers portal on our website.

Feel free to send any enquiries to sondercareers@sonder.net.au

At Sonder, we strive to respond to all applicants. However, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may only be able to contact those shortlisted for the role. Thank you for your understanding.

Commitment to Inclusion

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. We are committed to an inclusive and culturally safe workplace.