Senior Project Manager

Darebin City Council; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team environment

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative workplace culture

Job summary

Darebin City Council is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead major capital works across its infrastructure portfolio. From business cases through to construction and handover, you will guide projects safely, sustainably, on time and within budget.

You will collaborate with executive leaders, contractors, consultants and the community to drive governance, manage commercial outcomes, and mentor project managers while improving council practices.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience delivering complex building, civil or infrastructure projects from planning through to completion.
• Strong procurement and contract management skills with budgets, risks and priorities management.
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships with contractors, consultants and stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with capability to present to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of major capital works projects from planning to handover.
• Manage scope, budgets, schedules, risks and contracts for successful outcomes.
• Build relationships with contractors, consultants, government agencies and community.
• Provide strategic reporting to senior leaders and governance groups.
• Drive best-practice project management, governance and continuous improvement.
• Mentor project team members to foster collaboration and accountability.
• Deliver infrastructure projects with lasting community benefits.

Skills

Procurement

Contract management

Budgets

Risks

Communication

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Engineering/Construction/Architecture/PM or related discipline

Job description

• Convenient Preston location, close to public transport, Preston market
• Deliver projects that make a lasting difference to the community
• Work within a supportive team committed to professional development and continuous improvement

Lead the delivery of major capital works projects that will shape Darebin’s future. Working across a diverse portfolio of community, civic and infrastructure projects, you will oversee projects from planning and procurement through to construction and handover.
Partnering with senior leaders, consultants, contractors and the community, you will drive projects that create lasting public value while contributing to the growth and improvement of Council’s project delivery capability.

About the role:

As a Senior Project Manager, you’ll lead the delivery of high-profile capital works projects across Council's infrastructure portfolio. From business case development and procurement through to construction and project handover, you’ll provide strategic leadership to ensure projects are delivered safely, sustainably, on time and within budget.

Working closely with Executive leaders, contractors, consultants, government agencies and the community, you’ll drive strong governance, manage commercial and contractual outcomes, and help shape infrastructure that benefits Darebin for generations to come. You’ll also mentor Project Managers and contribute to the continuous improvement of Council's project management practices.

You will:

• Lead the delivery of major capital works projects from planning and business case development through to procurement, construction and handover.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, risks and contracts to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with contractors, consultants, government agencies, internal stakeholders and the community.
• Provide strategic advice and reporting to senior leaders, governance groups and Council on project performance and key decisions.
• Drive best‑practice project management, governance and continuous improvement across Council’s project delivery functions.
• Mentor and support project team members, contributing to a strong culture of collaboration, accountability and excellence.
• Deliver infrastructure projects that provide lasting benefits for the Darebin community

About you:

You will bring:

• Extensive experience delivering complex building, civil or infrastructure projects from planning through to completion.
• Strong project management, procurement and contract management skills, with the ability to successfully manage budgets, risks and competing priorities.
• The ability to build trusted relationships and work collaboratively with contractors, consultants, stakeholders and senior leaders.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills, with confidence presenting advice, recommendations and project outcomes to diverse audiences.
• Relevant qualifications in Engineering, Construction, Architecture, Project Management or a related discipline, alongside a commitment to delivering high‑quality, community‑focused outcomes.

Most importantly, you are a proactive and collaborative professional who takes ownership, thrives in a dynamic environment, and is passionate about delivering projects that create lasting benefits for the community

Why Darebin?

Darebin City Council is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We proudly serve one of the most diverse communities in Victoria, and we know that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to deliver meaningful outcomes.

We offer:

• A supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A workplace that values collaboration, integrity, respect and creativity
• The chance to make a real difference

Pre-employment Checks

Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply.

To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards.

All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment.