Senior Project Manager / Superintendent

Parks Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Parks Victoria is seeking a Senior Project Manager / Superintendent to lead end-to-end delivery of major capital infrastructure across Victoria’s parks and reserves. You will oversee scope, budgets, timelines, procurement, risk and safety to deliver safer, accessible visitor facilities and landscapes.

You will guide multidisciplinary teams, collaborate with consultants and contractors, and influence senior leaders while aligning with government requirements and community needs.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Experience delivering projects valued at $10 million or more.
• Experience managing scope, budgets, timelines, procurement and governance.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and influence senior stakeholders.
• Knowledge of government/public sector project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex capital infrastructure projects and programs.
• Lead, manage and develop project staff and multidisciplinary teams.
• Oversee consultants and construction contractors throughout the lifecycle.
• Establish and maintain governance, procurement, risk management and financial controls.
• Build relationships with internal teams, stakeholders and agencies.
• Provide authoritative advice to senior leaders on delivery and risks.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Contract management

Risk management

Problem solving

Multidisciplinary teams

Education

Tertiary qualifications in project management

Engineering background

Job description

Lead the delivery of major capital infrastructure projects across Victoria's parks and reserves, managing complex projects from planning through to completion. Bring your project leadership expertise to a diverse portfolio and deliver tangible outcomes that improve the safety, accessibility and visitor experience of Victoria's special places.

• Deliver major infrastructure projects that make a visible difference
• Lead complex capital projects valued between $2 million and $50 million
• Shape infrastructure outcomes across some of Victoria's most special places

About Parks Victoria

At Parks Victoria, we're passionate about connecting people with nature and protecting some of Victoria's most treasured landscapes. We're looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager / Superintendent to lead the successful delivery of significant infrastructure projects across Victoria's parks and reserves.

With a diverse portfolio spanning park infrastructure, visitor facilities and other significant built assets, this is an opportunity to deliver tangible outcomes that help keep Victoria's parks safe, accessible and enjoyable for the community. The position sits within the Infrastructure and Assets Directorate, which supports the construction, management and maintenance of more than 28,000 assets and other visitor infrastructure.

We offer:

• The opportunity to deliver high-profile and Government-committed projects.
• A diverse portfolio of major infrastructure projects across Victoria.
• The opportunity to lead people, influence outcomes and work with senior stakeholders.
• Varied and challenging projects across different locations and delivery environments.
• Meaningful work that improves how people experience Victoria's parks.
• The opportunity to see projects progress from planning through to completed infrastructure.

The Opportunity

As Senior Project Manager / Superintendent, you will lead a team responsible for the end-to-end planning, delivery and supervision of major capital projects and programs valued between $2 million and $50 million.

You will provide leadership across the full project lifecycle, with responsibility for scope, budgets, timelines, procurement, risk, governance, quality and safety. Working closely with consultants, construction contractors and stakeholders, you'll ensure projects are delivered safely, effectively and in accordance with Parks Victoria and Victorian Government requirements.

This senior role provides significant responsibility and ownership, including the opportunity to guide multidisciplinary project teams, provide authoritative advice to senior leaders and influence how major infrastructure projects are delivered. You'll work across a varied portfolio and help deliver infrastructure that supports parks, visitor destinations and communities across Victoria.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex capital infrastructure projects and programs, ensuring scope, budget, timelines and quality standards are effectively managed.
• Lead, manage and develop project staff and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Oversee consultants and construction contractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Establish and maintain effective project governance, procurement, risk management, reporting and financial controls.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams, Traditional Owners, Registered Aboriginal Parties, contractors, community groups and government agencies.
• Provide authoritative advice to senior leaders on project delivery, risks, governance and emerging issues.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure projects comply with relevan t legislation, environmental requirements and organisational policies.

About You

You are an experienced senior project leader with a strong track record of delivering large-scale capital infrastructure projects in complex environments.

You bring strong commercial judgement and the ability to balance project scope, cost, quality, risk and timelines while maintaining productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. You'll be comfortable leading multidisciplinary teams, overseeing consultants and contractors, navigating complex project challenges and influencing outcomes at a senior level.

You'll also bring a collaborative leadership style and the ability to provide clear direction while maintaining a strong focus on accountability, safety, governance and successful project delivery.

You’ll bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in project management, engineering, construction management, architecture, urban planning or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in large-scale infrastructure project delivery, including experience delivering projects valued at $10 million or more.
• Demonstrated experience managing project scope, budgets, timelines, procurement, consultants, contractors and governance requirements.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, contract management, risk management and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and influencing senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of infrastructure and asset management project delivery, ideally within government or public sector environments.

Application Close date: Sunday 22nd of November 2026

Sound like you?

If you don't hold every skill or experience detailed above, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who value collaboration and integrity. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background.

To be eligible for employment at Parks Victoria you must be legally entitled to work in Australia.

Parks Victoria is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If you are selected for an interview and require any adjustments or support throughout the recruitment process, please contact the person listed above so we can assist you.

Employment Requirements

Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees will undergo a National Police Record Check and require a Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.