Project Manager - Major Projects

TasPorts; City of Devonport; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TasPorts is seeking a Project Manager for a full-time, fixed-term 12-month contract based in Devonport, Tasmania. You will lead day-to-day activities, manage scope, schedule, cost, risk and stakeholders, ensuring safe and timely delivery during a period of operational change.

The role requires at least 5 years in project management within an industrial/ports environment, and familiarity with Australian Standards, MSIC requirements, and contract administration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years demonstrated experience in project management and contract administration in an industrial, commercial, civil or ports environment.
• Experience with designs and analysis using relevant Australian Standards.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical, problem solving, self-management and time management abilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication and relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Planning, drawing review, estimating and programming of infrastructure projects.
• Develop contract documentation and technical specifications for maintenance and capital projects.
• Manage tender processes in accordance with TasPorts policies and standards.
• Oversee projects from concept to completion within budget and schedule.
• Provide specialist technical advice, including design reviews and cost schedules.

Skills

Project management

Contract administration

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Trade

Diploma

Tertiary education

Job description

Who we are

TasPorts is a state-owned company responsible for ten Tasmanian ports and the Devonport Airport. We are a vertically integrated organisation providing a diverse range of port and marine operations and services around Tasmania. Our vision is to proudly connect people, products and solutions for the benefit of all Tasmanians.

With 99% of the State's freight moving through our multi-port system, TasPorts facilitates vital trade to enable industry partners and communities while ensuring the highest environmental and safety standards.

We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.

TasPorts | WORK180 Endorsed Employer

About the role

The Project Manager will lead day-to-day project activities, manage scope, schedule, cost, risk and stakeholder engagement requirements, and support the Senior Project Manager in ensuring safe and timely delivery of the works. The role is critical to maintaining project momentum during a period of significant operational change and will facilitate the efficient completion of Terminal 3 close-out activities.

This is a full-time, fixed term 12-month contract based in Devonport, Tasmania.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning, drawing review, estimating and programming of infrastructure projects;
• Develop contract documentation as well as technical specifications for various maintenance and capital projects and effective contract administration;
• Manage tender processes in accordance with TasPorts policies, Australian Standards and best industry practices;
• Manage various projects from conceptual design to completion within budget to the required quality and time schedule;
• Provision of specialist technical advice, including review of concept and detail designs, development of cost estimates, schedules, project plans, liaising with external and internal project stakeholders;

What you will have

• Minimum 5 years demonstrated experience in project management and contract administration in an industrial, commercial, civil or ports environment.
• Experience and competence in designs and analysis using relevant Australian Standards.
• Highly developed interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, leadership skills and ability to work with and manage diverse range of staff, contractors, clients and stakeholders.
• Analytical, conceptual, problem solving, self-management and time management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication and relationship management skills.

Essential

• Qualifications of either "trade", "diploma" or "tertiary" level in an appropriate area
• Experience of infrastructure projects, in particular marine structures across a range of trade areas
• Current drivers' licence
• Ability to acquire and hold a Marine Security Identification Card (MSIC) card

Desirable

• Tertiary qualification in civil/structural engineering
• Corporate member of the Institution of Engineers of Australia and Registered Engineer (NPER).
• A formal project management qualification

Where to next?

TasPorts offers a supportive and flexible work environment, professional development opportunities and a range of attractive employee benefits. We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where the individual differences of our employees are considered value-adding. We encourage applications from suitably qualified persons, including Indigenous Australians, people of all ages and people with a disability.

For more information about TasPorts, please visit our website: www.tasports.com.au, Applications close 12noon 8th October 2026.

Desired Skills and Experience

The Project Manager will lead day-to-day project activities, manage scope, schedule, cost, risk and stakeholder engagement requirements, and support the Senior Project Manager in ensuring safe and timely delivery of the works. The role is critical to maintaining project momentum during a period of significant operational change and will facilitate the efficient completion of Terminal 3 close-out activities.