Senior Project Manager

Kinetic IT; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth-focused culture

Opportunity marketplace

Hybrid work options

Flexible hours

Mobility & part-time

Social events

Wellbeing resources

Employee discounts

Job summary

Kinetic IT is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex technology projects for our customer. You will drive successful project outcomes across a large scale and diverse environment, partnering with senior stakeholders and leading high performing teams to deliver value, manage risk, and achieve strategic objectives.

You will play a key role in fostering strong client relationships while mentoring project teams and contributing to continuous improvement across the business.

Qualifications

• Projects delivered on time, within scope and budget.
• Experience leading complex technology projects.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead large and complex projects through full lifecycle.
• Manage project plans, schedules, resources and budgets.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to project teams.
• Deliver executive reporting and insights for decisions.
• Foster strong client relationships and governance.

Skills

Project delivery

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Multi-vendor outsourcing

Decision making

Education

PMP/Prince2 or similar

Job description

At Kinetic IT, we're seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our team and lead the delivery of complex technology projects for our customer.

In this role, you'll drive successful project outcomes across a large scale and diverse technology environment, partnering with senior stakeholders and leading high performing teams to deliver value, manage risk, and achieve strategic objectives. You will play a key role in fostering strong client relationships while mentoring project teams and contributing to continuous improvement across the business.

Responsibilities will include:

• Support presales activities, including requirements traceability, Statement of Work (SOW) ensuring deliverability, and facilitation among stakeholder as required.
• Lead large and complex projects through the full lifecycle, ensuring successful delivery on time and within budget.
• Manage project plans, schedules, resources, financial forecasts, risks and dependencies.
• Build strong relationships with customers, stakeholders, suppliers and technical teams.
• Facilitate workshops, governance forums and planning sessions to drive alignment and outcomes.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to project teams while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Deliver clear project reporting, executive updates and insights to support informed decision making.
• Promote continuous improvement across project and delivery teams.

What you’ll bring to the table:

• Strong expertise in project delivery, governance, risk management and financial management.
• Stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasts, commercial outcomes and scope changes.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making capability.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience working in a multivendor/outsourcing environment
• Project Management Qualification such as PMP, Prince2 or similar advantageous
• Existing AGSVA Baseline Clearance (preferred) or ability to hold and maintain clearance

About Kinetic IT

Kinetic IT is a leading Australian IT services provider specialising in Intelligent Workplace, Cloud, Cyber Security, Digital Infrastructure and IT Service Management. We are unlocking the potential of technology to enrich lives of Australian communities.

For more than 25 years, we’ve partnered with some of Australia’s most important organisations, helping them deliver essential services relied upon by our communities including government, critical infrastructure, education, law enforcement, defence, emergency services, utilities, and transport.

Be You, Create the Future

At Kinetic IT, we’re driven by a shared passion for technology, customer success, and community impact.

With over 1,500 talented people working across Australia, we deliver world-class capabilities with a local touch – helping shape the future of tech, here and beyond.

We value individuality and foster an inclusive culture where you’re safe to be your best, real self. We tackle challenges together, celebrate success together, and make sure everyone feels valued, supported, and proud of the work they do.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome people of all abilities, backgrounds, cultures, and genders. We’re proud to be an Indigenous and Veteran-friendly employer.

The Kinetic IT Difference

• Growth-focused culture – Formal training, mentoring, vendor exam support, communities of practice and regular development reviews.
• Advance your career – Access new roles via our internal ‘Opportunity Marketplace’ careers hub.
• Flex your work – Hybrid options, flexible hours, mobility and part-time roles (customer needs permitting).
• Celebrate together – Social events, cultural celebrations, end-of-year functions and more.
• Wellbeing matters – Health and wellness resources, tailored leave and support options and EAP access.
• Other Perks- Access to our employee discounts platform, discounted gym membership and more.