Coordinator Infrastructure Project Management Office

Careers at Council; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 132,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Superannuation

Flexible work options

Job summary

Manningham Council invites applications for a senior leader to head the Infrastructure Project Management Office (IPMO), shaping the annual capital works program and ensuring alignment with Asset Management Plans and the Council Plan.

The role requires strong program management and stakeholder engagement skills, with a track record of delivering large-scale infrastructure projects and building collaborative, high-performing teams across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in engineering or project management.
• Extensive capital works management experience in infrastructure.
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial procedures.
• Able to develop and deliver work programs and asset management.
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Council Infrastructure Project Management Office (IPMO) activities.
• Develop and manage the capital works program aligned with asset plans.
• Support annual budgets and governance reporting.
• Foster collaboration and a positive culture within Manningham Council.

Skills

Engineering degree

Project management

Job description

• Band 8 $132,088 - $148,012 + 12% Superannuation
• Work alongside an engaged and passionate team
• Based in Doncaster East

Exciting opportunity to Lead Manningham
Councils Infrastructure Project Management Office including the development and
delivery of the annual Capital works program. This role provides the
opportunity of an exceptional candidate to help shape the delivery of exciting
programs of projects which deliver on the Council Plan. The role will suit
someone with strong program management experience and exceptional stakeholder
management skills. Manningham Council has exceptional delivery rates of its
capital program, and we are seeking someone who will be able to build on an
improve the way we deliver the program and improve levels of collaboration with
the organisation whilst fostering a positive culture.

Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100 different services to our
vibrant and diverse community. From parks and galleries to shopping hubs and
leisure centres, it is our focus to ensure that Manningham remains a liveable
and harmonious place to reside, work and visit.

We provide challenging and rewarding employment opportunities to innovative,
passionate, and driven people. We have a positive and friendly working
environment, and we offer our employees a range of benefits, including flexible
work options, opportunities for career development, and health and wellbeing
initiatives.

We’re constantly transforming our organisation to best support the needs of our
local community. And we are looking for a new game changer to join the team. A
high performing individual who wants to shape positive and inclusive outcomes
for our community. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work
while developing and testing new ideas within a culture of learning to deliver
excellent outcomes for Manningham.

About the role

This role is responsible for Coordinating Council Infrastructure Project Management
Office (IPMO) including the development and management of Councils capital
works program. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring
alignment of Councils capital works program with Council Asset Management
Plans, Long term financial plan, community needs and delivering of the Council
Plan.

The IPMO also provides support to the organisation in terms of developing and reviewing
annual budgets, finance support for service units, governance reporting and
supporting the delivery of Councils Major project.

Skills and experience

• Tertiary qualified in
  engineering or project management.
• Extensively experienced in
  capital works management, with knowledge and skills gained in an infrastructure
  environment
• Knowledgeable of budgeting and
  financial procedures.
• Able to develop and deliver
  work programs and systems that successfully maintain assets and meet the needs
  of the community.
• Flexible to respond to changing
  priorities and able to complete tasks within tight timeframes.
• A problem solver, able to
  resolve complex operational and service delivery issues to meet the needs of
  internal and external stakeholders.
• A negotiator, able to influence
  outcomes to achieve organisational objectives.
• Knowledgeable in government,
  and local government organisations.
• Hold a valid Victorian driver’s
  licence.

Position Description can be viewed below or is
available on the job advertisement on the Manningham careers’ section:Job Vacancies

Applications close on Sunday 6 December 2026 at 11:00pm.

Don’t meet every requirement for this role?Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likelyto apply for roles unless they meet all the criteria. We recognise thatdifferent experiences make for great community outcomes. If your experiencedoesn’t perfectly align with the selection criteria, but you’re excited aboutthis role and keen to work at Manningham Council, we encourage you to apply now.

Councilrecognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.

To ensureequity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applicationsfrom underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities,gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds.

Manningham Council have a number of policiesand practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy,flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support variouscommunication methods when working remotely.

If yourequire any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements,please advise the contact listed above in advance.

ManninghamCouncil is a child safe organisation and, as such, applicants may be requiredto hold a Working with Children Check.