Project Manager

Media Wave; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Media Wave is seeking a highly organized Project Manager to oversee projects from initiation to completion in Melbourne. You will coordinate timelines, resources, budgets, and communications to ensure goals are met efficiently.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of project management experience, strong knowledge of Agile/Waterfall/Scrum, and proficiency with tools like Asana, Jira, Trello, and MS Project. PMP/PRINCE2 certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of work experience as a project manager.
• Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall and Scrum methodologies.
• Certifications like PMP or PRINCE2 are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and close projects according to deadlines and budgets.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for flawless execution.
• Develop detailed project plans, track progress, and report regularly.
• Manage scope, schedule, costs, and quality using project management tools.
• Identify and manage project risks and issues.
• Serve as the point of contact for clients and ensure clear communication.
• Monitor project performance and make adjustments as needed.
• Lead project meetings and provide updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Agile

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/IT/engineering

Tools

Asana

Jira

Trello

MS Project

Job description

We are seeking a highly organized and results-driven Project Manager to oversee and coordinate projects from initiation to completion. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing timelines, resources, budgets, and communication across internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project goals are met effectively and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and close projects according to deadlines and budgets.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for flawless execution.
• Develop detailed project plans, track progress, and report regularly.
• Manage scope, schedule, costs, and quality using appropriate project management tools.
• Identify and manage project risks and issues.
• Serve as the point of contact for clients and ensure clear communication.
• Monitor project performance and make adjustments as needed.
• Lead project meetings and provide clear updates to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a project manager (3+ years).
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Scrum).
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Jira, Trello, MS Project).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, IT, engineering, or a related field.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification is a plus.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in IT, construction, software development, or digital projects.
• Budget and resource management experience.
• Familiarity with risk management tools and techniques.