Senior Project Manager

Transgrid; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Transgrid is seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex technology initiatives across multiple business units within a highly regulated utilities environment. You will manage end-to-end project delivery, partnering with senior leaders and technology teams to ensure on-time, on-budget outcomes of high quality.

Reporting to the Portfolio Delivery Manager, you will drive governance, reporting and executive communications while navigating a complex governance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience delivering complex IT projects.
• Experience with Waterfall, Agile and hybrid delivery.
• Strong governance, scheduling and financial management.
• Excellent stakeholder management and executive engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex technology projects, ensuring scope, schedule, budget and quality.
• Develop and execute project plans, manage resources, and oversee risks, issues and dependencies.
• Lead governance and reporting activities, including status updates and executive communications.
• Build relationships with Technology and business stakeholders and external partners to drive outcomes in a matrix environment.
• Ensure adherence to delivery frameworks and drive continuous improvement and accountability across the lifecycle.

Skills

IT Project Management

Delivery Methodologies

Governance & Reporting

Stakeholder Management

Cross-functional Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Job description

We are seeking an experienced enterprise technology, software and application based Senior IT Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex technology initiatives across our portfolio. Working within a highly regulated utilities environment, you will manage end-to-end project delivery across Network, Delivery and Major Projects business units, ensuring outcomes are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Reporting to the Portfolio Delivery Manager, you will partner with senior business leaders, technology teams and delivery partners to drive project success while navigating a complex governance framework. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned project professional who enjoys delivering business-critical technology outcomes and influencing stakeholders at all levels

What you'll do

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex technology projects, ensuring outcomes are achieved within scope, schedule, budget and quality expectations.
• Develop and execute project plans, manage resources, and oversee project risks, issues and dependencies to drive successful delivery outcomes.
• Lead governance and reporting activities, including project status updates, steering committee engagement and executive communications.
• Build strong relationships across Technology, business stakeholders and delivery partners, providing leadership and fostering collaboration in a matrix environment.
• Ensure projects adhere to delivery frameworks, governance standards and assurance requirements while driving continuous improvement, quality and accountability across the project lifecycle.

What you'll bring

• Extensive experience as an IT Project Manager with a proven track record delivering complex technology projects in large scale environments.
• Demonstrated expertise managing projects through the full lifecycle using Waterfall, Agile and hybrid delivery methodologies.
• Strong understanding of project governance, scheduling, financial management, risk management and delivery assurance practices.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage and influence senior leaders and executives
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and external vendors to deliver successful business outcomes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline.

Highly regarded

• PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent project management certification
• Agile certifications such as SAFe, Scrum Master, AgilePM or equivalent.
• Experience working in highly regulated industries.

Why this role?

This is an opportunity to deliver meaningful technology outcomes that support critical infrastructure and operational services. You'll work on large-scale, high-impact initiatives, collaborating with experienced leaders and stakeholders across Technology and the broader business.

You'll have the autonomy to shape delivery outcomes, influence strategic initiatives and contribute to the ongoing transformation of a complex and evolving technology environment.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can participate fully and perform at your best.

If you require adjustments during any stage of our recruitment process, we're committed to providing support so you can participate fully and perform at your best.

Applications close on the 19th October 2026 -Please note, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, and we will assess applications as they are received.