Senior Program Manager - Client-Side Infra Lead

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Alice Springs; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages

Flexible/Hybrid work arrangements

Professional membership reimbursement

Defence Reservist Leave & Veteran...

Monthly phone allowance

Annual leave purchase scheme

Salary packaging options

Development programs

Social clubs and EAP

Job summary

RPS NT, a Tetra Tech company, seeks an experienced Program Manager in Alice Springs to lead client-side construction projects and drive community outcomes. You will shape complex initiatives, engage stakeholders, and provide frontline leadership on high-profile programs.

The role emphasizes autonomy, collaboration and delivering value across Defence, infrastructure and urban planning sectors in the Northern Territory.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in construction project/program delivery.
• Qualifications in Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Strong knowledge of construction contract administration, especially Managing Contractor Contracts.
• Excellent client, stakeholder, and team leadership skills.
• Solid written and verbal communication, with proficiency in MS Office and ideally MS Project.
• Strong time management and attention to detail.
• Completed Construction Site WHS training.
• AIPM Certification (or equivalent) highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage government and private sector initiatives.
• Shape communities and influence outcomes through project delivery.
• Engage stakeholders and drive frontline leadership on high-profile projects.
• Deliver projects with autonomy and collaborative execution.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Education

Project Management qualification

Architecture degree

Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

RPS NT, a Tetra Tech company, seeks an experienced Program Manager in Alice Springs to lead client-side construction projects and drive community outcomes. You will shape complex initiatives, engage stakeholders, and provide frontline leadership on high-profile programs.

The role emphasizes autonomy, collaboration and delivering value across Defence, infrastructure and urban planning sectors in the Northern Territory.