Built isn’t waiting for the future. We’re building it.

This is a rare opportunity to sit at the intersection of government, industry and construction - shaping how a leading national builder engages with policymakers, peak bodies and decision-makers. At Built, you will act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, influence policy and industry conversations, and help position the business for long-term growth across priority sectors. 

The Opportunity

As Government and Industry Engagement Manager, you will lead Built’s national government relations and industry engagement agenda, strengthening relationships, influence and positioning across Commonwealth and state jurisdictions. 

You will: 

• Lead and deliver Built’s national government relations and industry engagement strategy 
• Provide strategic political, public policy and stakeholder advice to senior leaders and the Executive Leadership Team 
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government, policymakers, peak bodies and industry leaders 
• Represent Built in industry-led, government-adjacent and policy forums 
• Track and interpret political and policy developments to inform work-winning, risk and reputation 
• Coordinate external government relations consultants across key states 

What we are looking for

• Experience in government relations, industry engagement or public policy, ideally within construction or infrastructure
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to translate policy insight into practical business advice
• Confidence advising senior executives and representing an organisation externally
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including executive-level briefing capability 
• A professional, politically neutral and collaborative approach 

About Built

Built is a leading privately owned construction company operating across Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. With more than 1,300 people and a strong pipeline of diverse projects, we combine Tier 1 capability with the agility of private ownership, where decisions are quick, ideas are heard, and your impact is visible.

We are committed to innovation and new ways of working, investing heavily in digital solutions to deliver smarter, safer, and more efficient outcomes.

You will thrive among talented, driven people who bring their strengths together and push each other to achieve exceptional results.

Why Built

At Built, we create an environment where people can accelerate their development, take on meaningful responsibility and work across diverse sectors and project scales.

You’ll get exposure quickly, supported by leaders who back good ideas and create space for you to grow.

In return, we look for people who bring curiosity, ownership and a willingness to stretch themselves. We value collaboration, practical problem‑solving, and people who thrive in a culture where everyone contributes to better outcomes.

We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, growth and life outside of work.

Let’s find new ways together!

If you want to build differently, grow with purpose, and thrive in a team that’s shaping the future, this is your chance.  

Apply today.

Where New Ideas Are Always Welcome

We’re building teams that reflect the communities we work in. At Built, we value different perspectives because fresh thinking helps us find better ways of doing things. If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t tick every single box, we’d still love to hear from you. Curiosity, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn matter just as much as your experience.