About City Of Melbourne
Situated on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin nation, Melbourne has long been considered one of the world's most liveable and prosperous cities and a thriving, successful example of multiculturalism and diversity. At the heart of this is the City of Melbourne, a proud organisation positioned to excel as a leading capital city by delivering what matters most to those who work, live, study, visit and invest here.
By joining us, you will become part of a dedicated, high performing and passionate team of project managers who work in a constructive and inclusive culture to shape the future of this city for visitors and residents. Together, we champion difference, celebrate achievement and recognise positive impact.
If you have a genuine commitment and passion for making a difference in the community, this could be the role for you!
About The Role
The Project Manager is responsible to plan, organise and deliver projects on time, to budget and within the scope and quality in project briefs. Projects are of a small to medium size across City Projects and generally to a total cost of less than $1 million. The role is accountable for the development and delivery of assigned projects including business case development, project planning, monitoring, reporting, quality management, contract management, stakeholder partnerships and communications management.
Responsibilities will span the full project development lifecycle with a focus on delivery including project scope and specifications, procurement/tendering, managing consultants, contractors and stakeholders (internal/external) to achieve the successful delivery of key milestones.
What You Will Bring... (Selection Criteria)
A relevant tertiary qualification to degree level in project management and/or related field such as Civil Engineering or equivalent experience in delivering civil works, streetscape and landscaping projects.
5 years' experience in buildings project management delivery of high value small to medium projects in a large and diverse organisation with multiple stakeholders.
Proven ability to concurrently manage multiple projects on time, to budget and to client satisfaction within a structured reporting framework.
Sound understanding of project management methodologies and a demonstrated understanding of standard forms of construction contracts and building industry practices.
Proven ability to manage a project team of external consultants and contractors ensuring high level performance and taking decisive corrective action when necessary.
High level relationship building and stakeholder management skills with the ability to deal with a diverse range of stakeholders with a broad range of expectations and client needs which are often of a competing nature.
Highly developed analytical, lateral thinking and problem solving skills and the ability to take the initiative, drive change and continual improvement.
High level communication skills with the ability to convey and effectively impart project information and negotiate and influence outcomes.
Ability to work within a high pressure environment and effectively managing multiple priorities within a complex environment.
What We Offer...
Exciting projects and supportive team who are recognised and rewarded
Working within a culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance and flexible working arrangements
Opportunities for professional development, training and study assistance to enhance your career progression
Multicultural organisation that values diversity
Up to 20 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Salary sacrificing, MYKI Commuter Club Pass and more....
How To Apply...
As part of the online application form you are required to:
attach your resume
attach a separate cover letter, detailing your skills and experience and how they align with the role and responsibilities of the position (no more than two pages).
Applications via email will not be accepted. Please submit an application by clicking the 'APPLY' button.
If you applied for this role within the last 3 months, please do not re-apply.
Please address your covering letter to
Tony Moussa - Team Leader Strategic .
For further information about the position please refer to the position description below or contact
Tony Moussa via email: ****** .
Applications will be accepted up until
11:45pm, Thursday 12 September 2024 .
For those interested in working with us, the City of Melbourne offers a great range of benefits. If you have any questions, or for more information, please contact
****** .
City of Melbourne conducts a safety screening process for all employees including a Police and Working with Children Check. For information about the broader collection and use of personal information by the City of Melbourne, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
City of Melbourne is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity. Our commitment is for our people to be safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people regardless of their gender identity and expression, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, disability and age. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
Government Administration
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