Senior Project Manager

DXC Technology Inc.; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

DXC Technology in Australia seeks an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of complex IT infrastructure projects for government clients. You will oversee planning, governance, coordination, risk, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery with high professional standards.

The role involves on-site client presence 2–3 days per week in Brisbane. Reporting to the Account Project Lead, you will ensure alignment with departmental and company strategies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with extensive PM experience.
• 10+ years in project/program management in IT infrastructure.
• Experience delivering government IT infrastructure projects.
• Strong planning, governance, and stakeholder engagement.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, scope, risk, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex IT infrastructure projects for government clients.
• Plan, govern, coordinate, and execute projects to meet objectives.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risks.
• Prepare status reports and governance artifacts for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders and DXC teams.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Governance & reporting

Budget management

Team collaboration

Change management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

PMP or PRINCE2 certification (desired)

Tools

MS Project

Project management software

Job description

Job Description: DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) is the world’s leading independent, end-to-end IT services company, helping clients harness the power of innovation to thrive on change. Created by the merger of CSC and the Enterprise Services business of Hewlett Packard Enterprise, DXC Technology serves nearly 6,000 private and public sector clients across 70 countries. The company’s technology independence, global talent and extensive partner alliance combine to deliver powerful next-generation IT services and solutions. DXC Technology is recognized among the best corporate citizens globally. For more information, visit www.dxc.technology

Senior Project Manager

Extensive experience in delivering complex IT infrastructure projects for government clients is essential for this role. The successful candidate will lead end-to-end project delivery, ensuring strategic objectives are achieved through effective planning, governance, coordination, and execution. This role requires a proven ability to manage large-scale initiatives from inception through to completion, delivering outcomes that are operationally effective, financially sound, and aligned with stakeholder expectations. The Project Manager will be accountable for driving successful delivery across all project disciplines, including scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, safety, stakeholder engagement, and change management, while ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest professional standards. Working with a key Transport Client, this senior project management position is responsible for leading the successful delivery of complex infrastructure IT projects, partnering closely with client stakeholders to achieve strategic business outcomes while ensuring robust project governance and compliance with both client and internal standards. The role is accountable for driving end-to-end project execution, including planning, delivery, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and governance reporting, while producing high-quality project artefacts that support effective decision-making and account oversight. Reporting to the Account Project Lead, the Senior Project Manager will receive strategic guidance and support while maintaining responsibility for delivering projects to agreed scope, schedule, budget, quality, and governance requirements.

Essential Job Functions

• Experience with government agencies, departments and successful record of delivering projects in these departments is essential


• Infrastructure project delivery experience including the deployment and migration of network, firewall, security, desktop and cloud technologies.


• Manage and lead a portfolio of projects, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.


• Collaborate with project teams to define clear project objectives and deliverables.


• Monitor project progress, identify and manage issues and risks, and implement corrective actions.


• Assist in resource allocation and budget monitoring.


• Prepare project status reports and communicate effectively with stakeholders. This will include weekly/fortnightly client governance Project forums.


• Contribute to the development and application of project management best practices.


• Drive teamwork and collaboration among project team members.


• Ensure that projects align with departmental and company strategies.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience


• Typically, 10+ years of relevant work experience in industry, with a minimum of 5+ years in a similar role


• Proven experience in project and program management


• Proficiencies in project management methodologies, tools, and software


• A continuous learner that stays abreast with industry knowledge and technology

Other Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant field is a plus.


• Relevant certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 are a plus


• Ability to work on site with client up to 2-3 days per week

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer DXC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome submissions from people from all walks of life. We celebrate our diversity and recognise it is the unique contributions of our people that give us our edge. Accommodation of special needs for qualified candidates may be considered within the framework of the DXC Accommodation Policy. In addition, DXC Technology is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to support qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) is a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner delivering software, services, and solutions to global enterprises and public sector organizations — helping them harness AI to drive outcomes at a time of exponential change with speed. With deep expertise in Managed Infrastructure Services, Application Modernization, and Industry-Specific Software Solutions, DXC modernizes, secures, and operates some of the world's most complex technology estates. Learn more on dxc.com.