Open Space Project Manager — Hybrid & Flexible Hours

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working Policy

Exceptional leave entitlements

Health and wellbeing

Professional Development

Job summary

Yarra City Council is seeking an experienced project manager to join the Strategic Projects, Parks and Open Space team. You will lead capital works in parks and open spaces, overseeing procurement, design, and budget across the project lifecycle.

The role offers hybrid working arrangements, strong development pathways, and a culture that prioritises wellbeing and connection within a dynamic council environment.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering capital works projects.
• Contract procurement and management.
• Planning, design and budget oversight.
• Open space and parks experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from inception to construction and delivery.
• Provide leadership across the project lifecycle in parks and open spaces.
• Carefully manage budgets, risks and procurement processes.
• Engage with stakeholders, contractors and council teams to achieve outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Contract management

Budget management

Stakeholder communications

Job description

Yarra City Council is seeking an experienced project manager to join the Strategic Projects, Parks and Open Space team. You will lead capital works in parks and open spaces, overseeing procurement, design, and budget across the project lifecycle.

The role offers hybrid working arrangements, strong development pathways, and a culture that prioritises wellbeing and connection within a dynamic council environment.