Project Manager

City of Greater Geelong; Geelong; Hybrid; AUD 98,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

City of Greater Geelong is seeking an experienced Capital Projects Manager to lead full lifecycle management of major capital initiatives. You will coordinate with stakeholders, prepare contract packages, and monitor progress against budgets to ensure timely delivery in line with policy and regulatory requirements.

The role requires a tertiary qualification in project management and several years of experience in capital projects, with strong communication and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Project Management or related field, with several years' capital project management experience.
• Experience in capital project management in construction or recreation facilities.
• Judgement to enable quality decision making within a project context.
• Knowledge of construction industry and local government.
• Strong problem solving and stakeholder management skills.
• People skills to support, influence, and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Current Working with Children Card (employee).
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence.
• National Police Check preferred.

Responsibilities

• Competently supervise and manage the full project life cycle of assigned capital projects, from start up to close out.
• Deliver stakeholder management to mitigate risks and demonstrate project value-add to the community and vested parties.
• Prepare contract documentation packages including drawings, specifications, and other items specific to individual projects.
• Maintain relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders by communicating information and updates clearly, concisely, and professionally.
• Execute, monitor, and report on work progress against plans and budgets to ensure timely delivery in line with regulations and policies.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Tertiary qualification in Project Management

Job description

About the role

In this role, you will use your project management expertise to ensure successful project outcomes through effective communication with key stakeholders and the provision of specialist advice. A strong foundation in project management principles is essential for navigating challenges and delivering results that enhance our community’s infrastructure.

Work type: Permanent Full-time

Classification: Band 7 $109,342 pa plus super

Key responsibilities include:

• Competently supervise and manage the full project life cycle of assigned capital projects, ranging in size and complexity, from start up to close out.


• Deliver exceptional stakeholder management to mitigate potential risks and demonstrate project value-add to the community and vested parties.


• Prepare contract documentation packages including drawings, specifications, and other items specific to individual projects.


• Maintain relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders by communicating information and updates clearly, concisely, and professionally.


• Contribute to a positive and inclusive team culture, by supporting change activities and actively collaborating with team members to achieve high levels of productivity.


• Execute, monitor, and report on work progress against plans and budgets to ensure timely delivery in line with the relevant regulations and policies.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have a tertiary qualification in Project Management or related field and/or several years of demonstrated experience in Capital Project Management. You will also have:

• Demonstrated experience in project management in either the construction management (civil or building) or recreation facilities areas.


• Demonstrated experience in the use of judgement to enable quality decision making within a project management context.


• A good knowledge of the construction industry and an understanding of local government.


• Good problem solving and stakeholder management skills to work effectively with diverse stakeholders to achieve task outcomes.


• Demonstrated people skills to support, influence, and collaborate with relevant stakeholders.


• Current Working with Children Card (employee).


• Current Victorian Drivers Licence.


• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check (funded by the City).

Child Safety Responsibilities

We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.

Diversity and Inclusion

At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.

We are the City

From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

Enquiries: Josh Bosker | Coordinator Capital Projects | [e-mail]

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