Senior Project Manager

Perth Airport; Alpha; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on site parking

Job summary

Perth Airport, Western Australia’s gateway hub, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex infrastructure and capital works. You will oversee projects from planning through to completion, ensuring safety, on schedule, within budget and aligned with business objectives.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams and engage with sponsors, regulators and internal stakeholders. We value proactive leaders with a strong track record in major infrastructure programs,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in project delivery or related field.
• Experience delivering complex capital projects (typically $5M–$100M).
• Background in major infrastructure, aviation, health, defence or similar.
• Strong project controls, scheduling, cost forecasting and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of capital works ensuring scope, budget and schedule adherence.
• Define objectives and deliverables through stakeholder governance processes.
• Manage risks, issues and dependencies with mitigation strategies.
• Develop schedules, resource plans and delivery programs.
• Build relationships with sponsors, contractors and regulators.
• Monitor performance, budgets and forecasting with reporting.
• Lead meetings, governance reviews and stakeholder engagements.
• Mentor project teams and drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee closeout and handover with lessons learned.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Governance

Project controls

Education

Master’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Architecture, Building Design or related

Tools

Aconex

SharePoint

MS Project

Outlook

Teams

Excel

Word

Job description

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!

Perth Airport is Australia’s Western Hub connecting the people, businesses and communities of Western Australia with the rest of Australia and the world. Operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week throughout the year, Perth Airport plays a significant role in providing economic, social and cultural benefits to West Australians

We are delivering a $5 billion infrastructure program to transform the airport, including new and expanded terminals, a parallel runway, multi-storey car parks and our first on site hotel. This investment will deliver a single, integrated airport precinct and a world class passenger experience.

Beyond aviation, the Perth Airport estate spans more than 2,100 hectares and supports a $1.5 billion portfolio of industrial and commercial assets, with significant opportunities for future development.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join Perth Airport and lead the successful delivery of complex infrastructure and capital works projects. Working within our Projects Delivery team, you will take ownership of major projects from planning through to completion, ensuring outcomes are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget and aligned with business objectives. This role provides the opportunity to lead multidisciplinary project teams, influence key stakeholders and contribute to the delivery of projects that support the future growth and development of Perth Airport.

About the role

• Lead the planning and delivery of capital works projects, ensuring outcomes are achieved in line with agreed scope, budget, schedule, quality, safety and environmental requirements.
• Define project objectives, requirements and deliverables through stakeholder consultation, analysis and governance processes.
• Manage project risks, issues and dependencies, implementing mitigation strategies and escalating matters where required.
• Develop and oversee project schedules, resource plans and delivery programs to ensure milestones and commitments are achieved.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with project sponsors, contractors, consultants, regulators and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor project performance, budgets and resource utilisation, providing accurate reporting, forecasting and recommendations to support decision making.
• Lead project meetings, governance reviews and stakeholder engagements, ensuring effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate and support project teams, providing leadership, mentoring and guidance to strengthen capability and drive successful delivery outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance project governance, delivery practices and organisational performance.
• Manage project closeout and handover activities, ensuring documentation, lessons learned and operational transition requirements are completed.

About you

• Master’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Architecture, Building Design or a related discipline, supported by extensive project delivery experience.
• Demonstrated experience taking full accountability for the delivery of complex capital projects, typically ranging from $5M to $100M in value.
• Strong background delivering major infrastructure, aviation, health, defence, manufacturing or other complex facilities projects.
• Proven capability across project controls, including planning, scheduling, cost management, forecasting and risk management.
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of contracts, procurement processes and project governance requirements.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate and build trusted relationships across diverse groups.
• Experience leading, mentoring and developing project teams while fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Well-developed problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage complexity and competing priorities.
• Proficiency in project management systems and Microsoft applications, including Aconex, SharePoint, MS Project, Outlook, Teams, Excel and Word.
• A proactive and results-focused approach, with a commitment to accountability, continuous improvement, innovation and the successful delivery of project outcomes.

Why Join Perth Airport?

We offer a collaborative and inclusive workplace where people are supported to do their best work. You’ll be part of a forward-looking organisation with a clear purpose, working on projects that have a lasting impact on Western Australia.

Our benefits include:

• A dynamic and supportive team culture
• A contemporary workplace with excellent facilities
• A modern approach to work and life balance
• Competitive remuneration and company benefits
• Free on site parking

Doing the right thing by the planet and future generations is important to us. We place a strong emphasis on embedding sustainability throughout our business strategy and operations. We remain steadfast in our commitment to driving ESPG (Environmental, Social, People, Governance) performance across our value chain and areas that have material environmental and social impact.

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