Senior Civil Infrastructure Delivery Lead

Hume City Council; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 99,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Hume City Council in Melbourne invites applications for a Senior Project Manager to lead planning and delivery of complex civil infrastructure projects, aligning with Council objectives and budgets. The role provides specialist technical and contractual advice, governance across design, procurement and risk, and supervises staff to deliver on time, safely and to high quality.

You will engage external consultants, monitor progress, manage costs, and drive continuous improvement while upholding

Qualifications

• Extensive project delivery experience in civil infrastructure.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules and compliance.
• Experience with tendering and contract documentation.
• Strong governance, reporting and risk management skills.
• Leadership of multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Ability to mentor staff and drive continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of OH&S legislation and codes of practice.
• Bachelor''s or higher degree in civil engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Deliver civil infrastructure works within budget and schedule.
• Manage contracts and administration of projects and programs.
• Coordinate external professionals (QS, architects, engineers).
• Provide technical and contractual advice on construction issues.
• Develop policies and procedures to drive improvements.
• Monitor progress and ensure timelines and budgets are met.
• Prepare specifications and supervise compliance.
• Oversee financial performance of projects and contracts.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and risk management.

Skills

Contract management

Budget management

Risk management

Civil infrastructure

Contract administration

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

Hume City Council in Melbourne invites applications for a Senior Project Manager to lead planning and delivery of complex civil infrastructure projects, aligning with Council objectives and budgets. The role provides specialist technical and contractual advice, governance across design, procurement and risk, and supervises staff to deliver on time, safely and to high quality.

You will engage external consultants, monitor progress, manage costs, and drive continuous improvement while upholding