Project Manager (Public Warning)

Everbridge Inc.; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 153,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative culture

Diverse projects

Job stability

Flexible hours

Career growth

Job summary

Built is a leading privately owned construction company operating across Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. It has more than 1,600 employees and a strong pipeline of diverse projects.

The Project Manager role in Canberra involves governance, client engagement and delivery of complex infrastructure projects. You will manage schedules, budgets, and stakeholders to ensure on‑time outcomes while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience delivering construction projects, ideally within government or a large enterprise environment.
• Proven experience managing a project budget, including monitoring expenditure and reporting against it.
• Strong written communication skills, with a track record of producing Project Management Plans, status reports and schedules.
• Experience engaging and managing internal and external stakeholders, from frontline staff through to executive level.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• A current Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) security clearance or higher is essential and must be held at the time of application.
• Must be based in Canberra, as regular onsite attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients and internal technical and business teams to scope ICT infrastructure initiatives and develop clear, fit‑for‑purpose project plans and Statements of Work.
• Plan and deliver ICT infrastructure projects aligned to roadmaps.
• Maintain end‑to‑end project plans, identify critical paths and key dependencies.
• Monitor and report on project progress, risks, issues and outcomes.
• Identify required technical and project resources, address capability gaps and coordinate specialist support.
• Manage and report infrastructure risks and issues, ensuring appropriate governance and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborate with other project managers and technical leads to manage cross‑project and cross‑platform dependencies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of project governance, delivery frameworks and infrastructure capability.
• Resolve technical and delivery issues through informed analysis, option evaluation, and practical decision‑making.

Skills

Project Management

Client relationships

Scheduling

Communication

Education

Trade qualification

Tertiary qualification

Tools

Procore

Job description

Project Manager

2600 Canberra Ivory Group

Job Description

ABOUT THE COMPANY. A well-established and highly respected construction company with over 20 years of success across Canberra and the broader ACT region. Known for delivering high-quality, state-of-the-art projects, this company has built a strong reputation for excellence, reliability, and innovation.

ABOUT THE POSITION. Reporting to the Construction Manager, you will oversee the successful delivery of diverse projects across Canberra, ranging from $50M to $100M in value. In your role as Project Manager, you will take a key leadership position in managing all aspects of the construction process, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with the client’s budgetary requirements.

• Manage all phases of construction projects, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and project teams
• Develop and oversee project schedules to build specification and standards
• Deliver clear and timely project updates and reports to senior management

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE.

• Tertiary or Trade Qualification in a building related discipline
• Demonstrated experience as a Project Manager on a range of projects
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with a proven ability to build strong client relationships
• Familiarity with Procore is desirable but not mandatory

CULTURE. Become part of a dynamic and supportive professional environment that prioritises partnership and teamwork. This company acknowledges the significance of family and fosters a healthy work-life balance for its employees. The team consistently commend the energetic, vibrant, and positive workplace culture. You’ll benefit from strong, hands‑on support provided by a structured management team that is actively engaged with project teams.

BENEFITS.

• Collaborative culture in a fast-growing company
• Diverse projects to strengthen your portfolio
• Strong pipeline ensuring job stability
• Flexible hours supporting work-life balance
• Competitive salary with career growth opportunities

About the Role

The Project Manager will contribute to governance activities and respond to stakeholder and project‑related enquiries. Reporting to the Director, Major Projects and the Assistant Secretary, the role ensures consistent delivery against approved schedules and project documentation.

Primary Duties.

• Engage with clients and internal technical and business teams to scope ICT infrastructure initiatives and develop clear, fit‑for‑purpose project plans and Statements of Work.
• Plan and deliver ICT infrastructure projects aligned to roadmaps.
• Maintain end‑to‑end project plans, identify critical paths and key dependencies.
• Monitor and report on project progress, risks, issues and outcomes.
• Identify required technical and project resources, address capability gaps and coordinate specialist support.
• Manage and report infrastructure risks and issues, ensuring appropriate governance and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborate with other project managers and technical leads to manage cross‑project and cross‑platform dependencies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of project governance, delivery frameworks and infrastructure capability.
• Resolve technical and delivery issues through informed analysis, option evaluation, and practical decision‑making.

Location and Contract Term

ACT based. Contract until 30 June 2027 with two 12‑month extension options pending budget and delegate approval.

Security Requirements

Applicants must be Australian Citizens and hold a baseline security clearance.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience delivering complex ICT projects, ideally within government or a large enterprise environment.
• Proven experience managing a project budget, including monitoring expenditure and reporting against it.
• Strong written communication skills, with a track record of producing Project Management Plans, status reports and schedules.
• Experience engaging and managing internal and external stakeholders, from frontline staff through to executive level.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• A current Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) security clearance or higher is essential and must be held at the time of application.
• Must be based in Canberra, as regular onsite attendance is required.

Location and Contract

Works across Canberra, with remote support for some tasks. Permanent contract with flexible hours.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Experience delivering commercial construction projects as a Project Manager.
• Strong contract administration and procurement capability.
• Demonstrated ability to manage consultants, subcontractors and client relationships.
• Sound understanding of project programming and construction methodologies.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

What You'll Get in Return

• Diverse project exposure across new build and refurbishment sectors.
• A supportive leadership team that trusts its staff.
• Genuine flexibility and autonomy.
• Long-term career development opportunities.
• Competitive salary package that reflects level of experience.

Built

Built is a leading privately owned construction company operating across Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. With more than 1,600 people and a strong pipeline of diverse projects, we combine Tier 1 capability with the agility of private ownership. We invest heavily in digital solutions to deliver smarter, safer, and more efficient outcomes. You’ll thrive among talented, driven people who bring their strengths together and push each other to achieve exceptional results.

About Built

Built is a leading privately owned construction company that operates across Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. It has more than 1,600 employees and a strong pipeline of diverse projects.

Why Built

At Built, we create an environment where people can accelerate their development, take on meaningful responsibility and work across diverse sectors and project scales. You’ll get exposure quickly, supported by leaders who back good ideas and create space for you to grow.

Published Tasks at Built

• Leading the delivery of complex construction and fitout projects across Canberra.
• Managing project budgets, commercial performance, and programme outcomes.
• Building strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Creating high‑performing teams and fostering collaboration across disciplines.
• Driving a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.

What We Are Looking For

You are an experienced Project Manager with a track record of delivering complex construction projects and leading teams through every stage of the project lifecycle. A confident leader and strong communicator, you build trusted relationships, drive commercial outcomes and take pride in delivering high‑quality work safely and successfully.

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Building, Construction, Engineering or similar, or equivalent trade experience.
• Proven experience delivering construction projects and leading project teams.
• Strong commercial capability with experience in budgeting, cost control, and contract administration.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership capability.
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving, risk management, and project delivery.
• A genuine commitment to safety, quality, and team success.

About the Client

Our client is a large Commonwealth government agency delivering essential services to millions of Australians. Its ICT environment supports some of the most significant service delivery systems in the country, and its technology programs have a direct impact on how people access support.

Contract and Benefits

• A competitive salary package of up to $170,000 inclusive of superannuation.
• Opportunity to work on high‑profile Defence infrastructure and data centre projects.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Immediate opportunity to make an impact on nationally significant projects.