Project Manager

City of Armadale; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 102,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 day fortnight

Remote/Hybrid work

Gym membership

Superannuation match

Study assistance

Novated lease

Flexible leave

Employee assistance program

Annual leave loading

Job summary

City of Armadale is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead capital projects from inception through handover, ensuring safety, sustainability, on-time delivery and budget adherence. Based in Armadale with hybrid work, you will coordinate consultants, contractors and internal teams on projects typically in the 7.5–18 million range, delivering community-focused outcomes.

This role offers a competitive salary, up to 15% super, and a commuter-use vehicle, with flexible work arrangements and

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Building and Construction or related field.
• Significant project management experience on medium to complex projects.
• Strong contractual knowledge and procurement experience.
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines and risks.
• Excellent communication with contractors, consultants and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Scope and shape projects with internal teams and stakeholders.
• Engage with community groups to understand needs and aspirations.
• Manage consultants, contractors and contracts across the lifecycle.
• Develop project plans, business cases, budgets and procurement strategies.
• Prepare tenders and quotations and monitor scope, cost, time, quality, risk.

Skills

Project management

Contract knowledge

Budget management

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Engineering degree or related

Construction qualification

Job description

Project Manager
Permanent Full Time
$102,000 to $117,000 + Up to 15% Super + Commuter Use vehicle
Based in Armadale | Hybrid

Build projects that matter to our community
If you're an experienced Project Manager who enjoys turning ideas into real outcomes, solving complex problems and seeing the community benefit from what you've delivered - this could be your next opportunity.

At Armadale, you'll work on a strong portfolio of exciting projects that will help shape our growing community and the spaces people live, work and connect in.

About the Role
As Project Manager, you'll take ownership of capital projects from inception through to construction and handover, ensuring they are delivered safely, sustainably, on time and within budget.

You'll work across medium to complex building and infrastructure projects, predominantly in the $7.5 million to $18 million range. You'll bring together consultants, contractors, internal teams and community stakeholders to turn project concepts into quality outcomes.

Your day could involve:

• Working with internal teams and stakeholders to scope and shape projects.
• Engaging with community groups and clubs to understand their needs and aspirations.
• Managing consultants, contractors and contracts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Developing project plans, business cases, budgets and procurement strategies.
• Preparing and evaluating tenders and quotations.
• Monitoring scope, cost, time, quality and risk, and addressing issues as they arise.
• Solving complex problems and coordinating practical solutions across internal teams.
• Guiding projects through design, approvals, construction and handover.

You'll have the opportunity to take projects from an initial idea through to completion and handover to the community or end user.

About You
You're an experienced Project Manager who can work independently, build strong relationships and confidently manage complex projects.

You're someone who:

• Works autonomously and takes ownership of outcomes.
• Has strong contractual knowledge, site experience and an understanding of building principles.
• Has experience delivering medium to complex building or infrastructure projects.
• Is confident managing procurement, contracts, budgets, timelines and project risks.
• Communicates effectively with contractors, consultants, internal teams and community stakeholders.
• Is a practical problem solver who can navigate competing priorities.
• Shares knowledge and contributes positively to the team.

You'll bring relevant tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Building and Construction or a related discipline, together with significant project management experience. Experience with contracts, business cases and project management documentation is required.

What it is Like Working Here

We are a values led organisation guided by our belief that we:

• Care
• Are Better, Together
• Learn & Grow
• Seize Today, Shape Tomorrow

Joining our team means embracing a culture where we look after ourselves, and each other. We actively listen and give and receive constructive feedback. We build and strengthen resilience, in ourselves, in our organisation, and in the community. We are mindful of our impacts and encouraged to make responsible and sustainable decisions.

Perks and Benefits

• We are set up for flexibility - we can compress your working week into a shorter period (9 day fortnight or 19 day month) and support remote working where we can
• We are set up to improve your Wellbeing - Free membership to Armadale Fitness and Aquatic Centre, offering access to gym, pool, sauna, group classes as well as a annual calendar of Wellbeing events.
• If you put in extra super, we will match it (up to a maximum of 15%) which will help secure your financial future
• Study Assistance where the City of Armadale supports its tenured employees to undertake a course of part-time study that will help with their own professional development
• Novated Lease opportunities
• Flexible leave policies and additional days off
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading for when you take annual leave

Join Us in Making a Difference

The City of Armadale is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous people, people with disabilities, and those from different cultural backgrounds, to apply.

We are also dedicated to upholding the highest standards of child safety. In alignment with the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations, we ensure our recruitment practices include thorough background checks, training, and ongoing education for all employees and volunteers who interact with children. Our goal is to foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all children and young people in our community.