Project Manager

Ngv; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 91,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) invites applications for a Project Manager to support delivery of construction projects across exhibitions, installations and infrastructure. You will coordinate consultants, manage budgets and schedules, and drive risk management and continuous improvement.

Candidates will hold a relevant tertiary qualification in project management, building or related field with at least 3 years of construction project management experience.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in project management, building or related field.
• Minimum 3 years industry experience in construction project management or similar.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules and risk.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage project scope, objectives, deliverables, schedules, budgets and resourcing.
• Lead day-to-day project delivery, monitor progress and coordinate site activities.
• Oversee financial management including budgeting, forecasting, procurement and reporting.
• Develop and mentor staff to build capability and ensure compliance with OHS requirements.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Team leadership

OHS compliance

Contract management

CAD

MS Excel / spreadsheets

Education

Tertiary qualification in project management, building or related field

Tools

CAD

Spreadsheet software

Project management software

Job description

VPS 4.1: $100,894 per annum + 12% superannuation
Full Time, Fixed Term for 2 years
Closing date for application: 5pm on 12 November 2026

The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) is seeking a Project Manager to support the delivery of construction projects, coordinating stakeholders, managing risk and driving continuous improvements.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

You will be responsible for supporting the Senior Design Coordinator and Exhibition Design team to deliver projects, including managing consultants and construction phases across exhibitions, installations, events and infrastructure projects of varying scale and complexity. Other key responsibilities include:

• Defining and managing project scope, objectives, deliverables, schedules, budgets and resourcing, ensuring effective planning, stakeholder consultation and compliance with OHS requirements.
• Managing, mentoring and developing staff through clear role definitions, monitoring performance, feedback and strategic resource planning to build capability and driving process improvement.
• Leading day-to-day project delivery by assigning tasks, monitoring progress, resolving issues, escalating when required, coordinating site schedules, considering any OHS requirements, and facilitating approvals through fabrication and construction stages.
• Overseeing project financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, RFQs, procurement, cost analysis and financial reporting to ensure delivery within approved budgets.

To be successful, you will have a relevant tertiary qualification in project management, building or related field, coupled with a minimum 3 years industry experience in construction project management or similar role. You maximise effectiveness by developing and managing a high performing team, ensuring staff are actively deployed through effective workforce planning practices, build team commitment by demonstrating personal conviction and professionalism and motivate others to deliver against goals.

You can produce project plans where objectives are clearly defined and action steps for achieving them are clearly specified, regularly communicate with and support project team members and ensure project objectives are met by anticipating and managing potential and emerging issues. You negotiate and record various elements of contracts and monitor expenditure and service delivery against contract specifications. You have demonstrated proficiency in use of project management and spreadsheet software with an understanding of financial tracking and reporting.

You will have knowledge and understanding of building codes, CAD and related design programs including the ability to prepare and interpret working drawings and specifications.

For more details, please refer to the attached role statement .