University Project Lead: Complex Initiatives

The University of Newcastle; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 121,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Salary packaging

Additional leave & holidays

Discounts on private health insurance

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

The University of Newcastle is seeking a Project Manager to lead a diverse portfolio of initiatives at Callaghan Campus, guiding projects from initiation through delivery while balancing scope, time, quality and budget.

You will coordinate internal teams, consultants and contractors, develop plans and reporting, build strong stakeholder relationships, and apply governance and risk management practices to ensure successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering projects in complex organisations.
• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects through the full project lifecycle, from initiation and planning through to delivery and close-out.
• Coordinate project teams, consultants and contractors to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, risks and reporting requirements.
• Build productive relationships with internal stakeholders and external service providers.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement and consultation activities to support project success.
• Monitor project performance and ensure delivery against agreed scope, time, quality and budget objectives.
• Apply governance, compliance and risk management practices throughout project delivery.
• Prepare project documentation, reports, business cases and recommendations for stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement through effective project planning, monitoring and evaluation.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Governance

Risk management

Budgeting

Reporting

Communication

Facilitation

Negotiation

Job description

The University of Newcastle is seeking a Project Manager to lead a diverse portfolio of initiatives at Callaghan Campus, guiding projects from initiation through delivery while balancing scope, time, quality and budget.

You will coordinate internal teams, consultants and contractors, develop plans and reporting, build strong stakeholder relationships, and apply governance and risk management practices to ensure successful outcomes.