Open Space Project Manager

Yarra City Council; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 95,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Exceptional leave entitlements

Health and wellbeing programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Yarra City Council’s Strategic Projects, Parks and Open Space team is seeking an experienced Open Space Project Manager to deliver capital works across parks, open spaces and public realm. You will provide leadership across all stages of the project lifecycle, with a focus on contract procurement, design collaboration, and budget management.

We offer flexible hybrid working, strong development pathways, and a culture that prioritises wellbeing and community impact.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering capital works projects in parks/open spaces.
• Experience in contract procurement and management, planning and design.
• Ability to lead across the full project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects in parks, open spaces and public realm.
• Provide leadership across the project lifecycle and ensure on-time delivery.
• Manage budgets and contracts with internal teams and suppliers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve public realm outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Contract management

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Open Space Project Manager

Permanent Full Time (with flexible hours)

Band 7 – Starting from $105,898.17 + super + RDO (RDO applicable for full-time 38 hours per week only)

Why You’ll Want to Join Us

• Supportive and friendly team environment where we value growth and development
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on work/life balance
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment

Benefits Package

• Hybrid Working Policy For those working full time hours - 3 days worked in the office and 2 days WFH
• Exceptional leave entitlements - 16 days personal leave, 18 weeks parental leave, plus cultural leave and compassionate leave
• Health and wellbeing - free EAP counselling, discounted leisure membership 40% off for Staff and 25% off for Managers, salary sacrifice childcare options
• Professional Development – leadership courses and learning workshops, Education Assistance Program featuring study and exam leave and up to 50% course fee reimbursement

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced project manager to join Yarra City Council's Strategic Projects, Parks and Open Space team. You will play a key role in delivering projects in Council's parks, open spaces and public realm, providing leadership across all stages of the project lifecycle. You will have experience in contract procurement and management, planning and design, and managing budgets.

We’re proud to offer flexible working arrangements, strong internal development pathways, and a culture that prioritises wellbeing and connection. This is a great opportunity for a project manager with a particular interest in parks and open spaces. You'll join a team that values collaboration and creative problem-solving, and provide leadership and guidance to the your colleagues, directly contributing to improved public realm outcomes.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a candidate with demonstrated experience delivering capital works project to help shape outcomes in Yarra's parks and open spaces. This will include managing open space projects from inception to construction, contract management, communications and consultation and risk management.

Yarra City Council is a dynamic organisation, proud of our inclusive culture and commitment to urban greening. We strive to continually improve services to the community.

Applications close on: Monday 2 November 2026 at 11:55pm

Additional Information

This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check and Working with Children Check. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

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