Senior Project Manager- PCEP

Port of Melbourne; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Port of Melbourne is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of major maritime and civil infrastructure within the Port Capacity Enhancement Program. You will provide end-to-end leadership across planning, procurement, commercial management, construction delivery and project governance in a complex stakeholder environment.

You will mentor project managers and engineers, collaborating with contractors, consultants and government agencies to deliver projects safely, on time and

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering with large infra project delivery experience.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex stakeholders.
• Strong commercial, contractual and governance experience.
• Collaborative communicator who builds trusted relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead major maritime, civil and multidisciplinary projects from inception to completion.
• Oversee planning, procurement, contracts, governance and construction delivery.
• Build strong relationships with contractors, government agencies and stakeholders to manage risks.
• Provide leadership, coaching and development for project teams.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Contract negotiations

Risk management

Mentoring

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Reporting to the PCEP Precinct Package Manager, the Senior Project Manager is a highly autonomous leadership role responsible for the successful delivery of major infrastructure projects and project packages within the Port Capacity Enhancement Program. You will provide end-to-end project leadership across planning, procurement, commercial management, construction delivery and project governance. Working in a complex stakeholder environment, you will engage with contractors, consultants, government agencies and internal teams to deliver projects safely, sustainably and to the highest professional standards. You will also provide leadership and mentoring to project managers and engineers, helping develop capability across the broader project team.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead the successful delivery of major maritime, civil and multidisciplinary infrastructure projects from inception through to completion, ensuring outcomes are achieved safely, on time and within budget.
• Manage all aspects of project delivery including planning, procurement, commercial negotiations, contract administration, stakeholder engagement, governance, approvals and construction oversight.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, consultants, government agencies and key stakeholders to proactively manage risks, resolve complex issues and achieve project outcomes.
• Provide leadership, coaching and support to project managers and engineers while driving a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.

ABOUT YOU

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering (or a related discipline) with extensive experience leading the delivery of major infrastructure projects in maritime, transport, utilities or other complex environments.
• An accomplished project leader with a demonstrated ability to manage large-scale projects, multidisciplinary teams and complex stakeholder relationships.
• Strong commercial, contractual and project governance experience with the ability to make sound decisions and successfully navigate complex project challenges.
• A collaborative and influential communicator who can build trusted relationships and lead high-performing project teams.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• A proven track record delivering major infrastructure projects with accountability for scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk and safety outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of project management, procurement, contract administration, construction delivery and project governance within complex infrastructure environments.
• Significant experience working with contractors, consultants, government agencies and senior stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes.
• A commitment to safety leadership, continuous improvement and delivering infrastructure that creates long-term value for Victoria.