Director -GIS Professional Services Delivery

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.</strong></p> <p>Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work<a href="https://woolpert.com/about-us/culture/">®</a>, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.</p></div><p><strong>About Woolpert</strong></p> <p>Woolpert is a global leader in <strong>Architecture, Engineering and Geospatial (AEG)</strong>, with a longstanding and expanding presence across Australia. Building on our rich heritage as AAM, we deliver cutting edge solutions in aerial mapping, surveying, GIS, and digital transformation for major resources, infrastructure, and environmental projects.‑standing and expanding presence across Australia. Building on our rich heritage as AAM, we deliver cutting‑edge solutions in aerial mapping, surveying, GIS, and digital transformation for major resources, infrastructure, and environmental projects.</p> <p>Our culture—known as the <strong>Woolpack</strong>—is built on innovation, inclusion, and ownership. Through our Principal Program, every team member has the opportunity to become a company owner and share in our collective success. Woolpert has proudly been certified as a <strong>Great Place to Work®</strong> for the ninth time.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Director of GIS Professional Services Delivery</strong> to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of our national GIS professional services portfolio. Reporting to the Director of Operations, you will oversee the delivery of complex geospatial projects, manage high‑performing teams, and ensure that financial, quality, and safety targets are met.</p> <p>This role is central to shaping the future of our Digital Solutions capabilities across Australia and enhancing the value we deliver to clients.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead, manage, and deliver multiple GIS projects—ensuring scope, schedule, and budget are consistently achieved.</li> <li>Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across all delivery functions.</li> <li>Develop, refine, and implement processes that improve efficiency and service quality.</li> <li>Build and strengthen relationships with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders.</li> <li>Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and strategic direction to project teams.</li> <li>Deliver accurate performance, financial, and risk reporting.</li> <li>Drive client satisfaction, engagement, and long‑term partnerships.</li> <li>Contribute to pre‑sales activities including solution design, proposals, and technical scoping.</li> <li>Track emerging geospatial and digital technologies and integrate innovations into service offerings.</li> <li>Manage team performance, recruitment, and capability development.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Skills &amp; Experience</strong></p> <p>We're looking for a leader who brings:</p> <ul> <li><strong>10–15 years’ experience</strong> in GIS service delivery or related fields.</li> <li>Proven success delivering complex GIS projects, including <strong>ESRI platform implementations</strong> and custom solutions.</li> <li>Strong financial management and commercial acumen.</li> <li>Expertise in risk management, change management, and continuous improvement.</li> <li>Excellent communication, presentation, and client engagement skills.</li> <li>Advanced technical proficiency in geospatial platforms and tools.</li> <li>Experience supporting business development and pre‑sales initiatives.</li> <li>A passion for innovation and emerging GIS and digital technologies.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why Woolpert?</strong></p> <p>We support your success, wellbeing, and long‑term career growth through:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Automatic Salary Continuance Insurance</strong></li> <li><strong>Novated leasing and salary sacrifice options</strong></li> <li><strong>Study leave and education reimbursement</strong> for relevant qualifications</li> <li><strong>Flexible work arrangements</strong> (subject to operational requirements)</li> <li><strong>Employee Assistance Program</strong> for you and your immediate family</li> <li><strong>Discounted corporate health insurance</strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>If you're ready to lead the delivery of Australia’s most innovative GIS and digital solutions—and want to be part of a collaborative, future‑focused team—we’d love to hear from you.</p> <p>Click <strong>APPLY NOW</strong> and submit your <strong>CV and cover letter</strong>.</p> <p>Please note: Applicants must have <strong>full working rights in Australia</strong>. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Recruitment agency applications will not be considered.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>Find out more about what Woolpert has to offer here:&nbsp; <a href="http://woolpert.com/about-us/">http://woolpert.com/about-us/</a></strong></p> <p><strong>Woolpert is an equal-opportunity employer.</strong> Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.&nbsp; You may view more about EEO on our website: <a href="https://woolpert.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Equal-Employment-Opportunity-The-Law.pdf">Equal-Employment-Opportunity-The-Law.pdf</a> and <a href="https://woolpert.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/EEO-is-the-Law-Supplement.pdf">EEO is the Law Poster Supplement</a>.</p> <p>Applicants who require an accommodation throughout the application and interview process should request this in advance by contacting <u><a href="mailto:askhr@woolpert.com">askhr@woolpert.com</a>.</u></p> <p>If you need to reschedule or cancel your interview, please reach out to your recruiter by contacting <a href="mailto:recruiting@woolpert.com">recruiting@woolpert.com</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><em>To all agencies:&nbsp;</em></strong><em>Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of Woolpert or any of our subsidiaries about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at Woolpert via email, the internet, or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of Woolpert, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by Woolpert's Talent Acquisition Team for this requisition and a valid agreement is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of Woolpert's applicant process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.</em></p></div>