• Lead and deliver a diverse strategic capital projects for a renowned capital city
• Multiple permanent positions, full time or flexible hours available by exception
• Salary from $106,988 plus super

We are the City of Melbourne, a bold place to be extraordinary.

We are rapidly transforming to meet the evolving challenges faced by a global city. With a vision of being a leading capital city, our mission is to create positive impact for our community by being bold, innovative and sustainable. Each day, we work with passion and purpose so that together we achieve incredible things.

Do work that matters. Make the difference.

A bit about the role

Reporting to the Principal Project Manager and operating as a senior member of our collaborative and success-oriented Capital Works team, the Senior Project Manager – Strategic is responsible for planning, organising and delivering high quality project outcomes (up to $6m annually) on time, on budget and within the scope and quality established within project briefs. 

This is great opportunity for an experienced and talented project manager, looking to join a dynamic and motivated team, to add positive impact to a growing city by driving project execution to an exceptional standard.

What you’ll deliver

• End to end project management of Council Works Projects

• Management of community and stakeholder engagement processes

• Guidance and leadership to external contractors and consultants

• Effective stakeholder management including regular milestone updates to project control groups

• Collaboration with the project management and design teams to progress projects through Council’s framework to achieve objectives and reach completion

• Input and contribution into strategic plans and outcomes.

What you’ll bring

• Strong experience in a similar capital project management role

• Advanced knowledge of leading project management practice

• Confident communication skills with the ability to positively influence and negotiate good outcomes

• Advanced knowledge of design and documentation processes.

• Experience managing teams of external consultants

• A track record in lateral thinking and creative problem solving skills

• Ability to present information in front of executive committees and Councillors in a clear and concise manner

• A positive, proactive and curious mind

Bonus points if you have…

• Experience and an understanding of local government or the public sector

• Previously managed community consultation and engagement processes

• An understanding and history of managing authority approvals

   

   

Make the difference, be extraordinary

We are the economic, social and cultural centre of Victoria and the heartbeat of one of the world’s most loved and liveable cities. By joining us, you will become part of a truly remarkable team whose work directly contributes to shaping the future of Melbourne.

Our people are our greatest assets. We are focused on building an inclusive and constructive culture that empowers all of our people to do their best work and where everyone belongs. Together, we champion difference, celebrate achievement and recognise positive impact.

Together, we make the difference.

What’s next?

If you’re ready to do extraordinary things, we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending us a cover letter and your resume. We do not require any selection criteria to be addressed.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Luke Flanagan, Principal Project Manager – Strategic on (03) 9658 8536 or 0466 851 043.

Applications will be accepted until 11:45pm Sunday 31 May 2020.

CoM is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity. Our commitment is to provide safe and inclusive environments where everyone can belong. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all walks of life.