Senior Project Manager - IT

BPC; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 143,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

The Building & Plumbing Commission (BPC) in Melbourne CBD is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of a new HRIS and payroll platform. You will oversee all project phases, coordinating teams, vendors and stakeholders to deliver a secure, compliant system that enhances employee experience.

This fixed-term, full-time role (18 months) carries VPSG6 classification with a salary range of A$142,790 to A$191,084 per year. Apply via Careers Victoria portal with resume and cover letter.

Qualifications

• Experience leading HRIS/payroll or ERP transformations.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale projects >$1M.
• Strong vendor-led implementation management.
• Formal PM qualifications required.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of the HRIS and payroll platform across all life-cycle phases.
• Manage project teams, vendors and stakeholders to deliver a compliant, secure solution.
• Drive planning, procurement, go-live and project closure activities.

Skills

Lifecycle project mgmt

Vendor management

Procurement to close-out

HRIS/payroll project exp

Enterprise tech transformation

Education

Degree in Business/IT/PM

PM Certification (PMP/PRINCE2/Reg PM)

Job description

# Senior Project Manager - IT* Melbourne - CBD* Projects* Fixed term - full time## About this role**About the Role:** The Senior Project Manager will lead the delivery of a new HRIS and payroll platform, overseeing all project phases from planning and procurement through to implementation, go-live and closure. Managing project teams, vendors and stakeholders, the role will deliver a secure, compliant and future-ready solution that improves efficiency, reduces risk and enhances employee experience. **What we are looking for:** * Proven experience leading projects through the entire lifecycle from business case and procurement through to implementation and close-out* Demonstrated success delivering large-scale HRIS, payroll, ERP or enterprise technology transformation projects exceeding $1 million* Extensive experience managing complex vendor-led implementations* Degree qualification in Business, Information Technology, Project Management or related discipline* Formal project management certification such as Reg PM, PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent For more information, please visit the Position Description located at Career.vic.gov.au **About the BPC** The Building & Plumbing Commission (BPC) is Victoria's regulator for building and plumbing. It supports the growing Victorian community through the developments of harms-based regulation that is proactive and informed by data and intelligence. The BPC regulates for better consumer outcomes and is committed to safety, compliance and buildings that last. The BPC's aim is to improve the experience for consumers in the building system by overseeing all aspects of building quality control - regulation, insurance and dispute resolution. The BPC aspires to be a leading and trusted regulator, emphasising consumer outcomes, clear communication with practitioners, efficient processes, and a commitment to public interest The BPC brings key regulatory, dispute resolution, and insurance functions related to the building and plumbing industry together under one roof, streamlining the process for consumers and industry, and enabling the regulator to have oversight of all complaints so they can be handled more effectively and efficiently. **Commitment to Diversity** We celebrate the diversity of our workforce. The BPC values the benefits all our differences make and takes inclusion seriously. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; Women, including into leadership and non-traditional areas; Neurodivergent people, People with Disability; Culturally and Linguistically Diverse/Marginalised people; Sexually and Gender Diverse people and from people at all stages of their careers. In short, we welcome people from all backgrounds and communities. We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible. If you have any accessibility requirements or need adjustments, please contact us at [e-mail]. Flexible work arrangements are available we encourage you to discuss any preferences during the recruitment process. **How to Apply** We require you to upload: * an **up-to-date** resume.* Please include a cover letter detailing why you are interested in the opportunity and highlighting the skills and experience relevant to the responsibilities of this position and the key selection criteria.**Important information** Only electronic applications submitted via careers.vic.gov.au will be accepted. Candidates deemed suitable from a selection process may be considered for identical or similar vacancies within 6 months. The BPC operates within the Victorian Public Sector; employment conditions are governed by the Victorian Building Authority Enterprise Agreement 2024. As such Recognition of Prior Service from other VPS agencies should be discussed with the hiring manager as part of the recruitment process.## Job details| | || --- | --- || Job Reference: | VG/BPC/CORS/SPMITNEW || Location: | Melbourne - CBD || Work Type: | Fixed term - full time || Job Function: | Projects || Classification: | VPSG6 || Salary Range: | $142,790 - $191,084 || Job Duration: | 18 months || Date posted: | 20-Oct-2026 || Application Close Date: | 03-Nov-2026 || Attachments: | PD - Senior Project Manager - IT.pdf (PDF, 293KB)Position Description || Contact: | Tim Brown [e-mail] |