Strategic Project Manager

Beyond Housing; Shepparton; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Paid exercise breaks

Health & wellbeing reimbursements

Employee Assistance Program

Additional leave

Christmas leave

Parental leave up to 7 weeks

Professional development

Job summary

Beyond Housing is seeking a Strategic Project Manager to drive the planning, development and delivery of its social housing projects. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, you will identify development opportunities, oversee feasibility, secure funding outcomes and support handover from concept to delivery.

This full-time role offers flexibility for 0.8FTE and may be based in Seymour, Shepparton, Wangaratta or Wodonga, with a hybrid work arrangement and strong focus on stakeholder

Qualifications

• Experience leading planning, development and delivery of housing projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Strong budgeting, reporting and risk management skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new housing development opportunities.
• Lead land acquisition, feasibility and due diligence processes.
• Develop business cases, funding submissions and project proposals.
• Coordinate planning to align with funding requirements and organisational goals.
• Monitor budgets, risks, timelines and reporting.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships across government and funders.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Budgeting

Risk assessment

Regulatory understanding

Education

Project management qualification

Job description

Beyond Housing is committed to the vision of ending homelessness. Building more social housing is fundamental to achieving this vision. We are seeking a driven and committed individual to join our passionate and dynamic Housing Development team to deliver our $130m social housing pipeline.

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, this role plays a key part in identifying new development opportunities, managing project feasibility and due diligence, securing funding outcomes, and supporting the successful delivery of housing projects from concept through to handover.

This position is offered on a full-time basis, with flexibility to consider applicants seeking a 0.8FTE arrangement. The successful candidate may be based in our Seymour, Shepparton, Wangaratta or Wodonga office.

About the role

Beyond Housing is seeking an experienced and motivated Strategic Project Manager to drive the planning, development and delivery of housing projects that create meaningful social impact. As Strategic Project Manager, you will work closely with internal teams, local government, funding bodies, consultants, community and stakeholders to deliver projects that support Beyond Housing's mission and strategic objectives.

• Identifying and pursuing new housing development opportunities.
• Managing land acquisition processes, feasibility assessments and due diligence activities.
• Developing business cases, project proposals and funding submissions.
• Coordinating project planning and ensuring projects align with funding requirements and organisational objectives.
• Monitoring project budgets, risks, timelines and reporting requirements.
• Building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships across government, funding bodies, community and stakeholders.
• Supporting the development of policies, procedures and systems that enhance project delivery and minimise risk.

About you:

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Strategic Project Manager who has the following:

• Relevant qualifications and/or experience in project management, strategic asset management, architecture or building and construction
• Experience delivering both small and large scale projects
• Excellent communication skills and ability to develop strong relationships with key stakeholders
• Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Demonstrated experience developing and monitoring project budgets
• The capacity to assess and report on risks and emerging issues
• Ability to understand, interpret and apply relevant legislation

The Benefits

If you are seeking an employer that values a harmonious work/life balance, we could be the employer for you.

• Flexible work arrangements with the opportunity to apply for a WFH arrangement
• Exercise during work hours. Up to two paid exercise breaks a week during your ordinary work hours.
• Health & wellbeing reimbursements. Claim up to $450.00 a year back for any health & wellbeing related expenses
• Employee Assistance Program providing independent, free, confidential support for you and members of your family
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Bonus Christmas leave Day for all team members
• Up to 7 weeks paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities (including access to financial support and study)

Pay & Conditions

In return for your dedication, experience and professionalism,an attractive base salary will be offered to the successful candidate with recognition of relevant skills and experience. A vehicle allowance plus 12% superannuation are also offered as part of this package.

• Other great benefits of working for Beyond Housing include generous salary packaging benefits available to not-for-profit employees (up to $15,900 in value), annual leave loading, RDOs, purchased leave, health and wellbeing allowances, and opportunities for regular professional development.

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