The Department of Transport brings together all transport modes to design, plan, build and operate Victoria's transport system. Our job is to further integrate the transport network and improve the delivery of services to Victorians for simpler, quicker and safer journeys that connect people and places and support Victoria's prosperity and liveability. We’re focused on outcomes that deliver more choice, connections and confidence in our travel, ensuring the whole transport network works as one to deliver better services and outcomes.

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

• Annual Salary Range: $124,033 - $165,983 plus superannuation
• Tenure: Fixed Term (3 Years)
• Employment Type: Full Time (flexibility may be available)
• Usual Work Location: Melbourne CBD (flexibility may be available)

About the Team

To deliver transport services across all modes that provides a single user interface to the transport network.

About the Opportunity

The role will be responsible for the successful delivery of complex, high value stakeholder infrastructure projects with a focus on client management of a portfolio of projects to agreed scope, time, quality and budget and ensuring project outcomes achieve Department of Transport safety, operational, asset management, customer and commercial objectives.

The role will provide project related technical and commercial advice to senior management.

About You

As our ideal candidate, you will have;

• Extensive experience in development and constructability of infrastructure projects in managing these projects through the full life cycle
• Thorough understanding of Project Management, Governance principles, and contractual arrangements 
• Good understanding of the role of Department of Transport, Projects Delivery as a client side, Public Transport Franchisees and other government agencies. 
• Excellent stakeholder relationship management skills including the ability to negotiate and influence decisions at senior management level both internally and externally. 
• High level of understanding in the management of technical interfaces, procurement and contract negotiation process with regards to infrastructure projects.

The role will offer:

• Fantastic work culture and supportive community
• Flexible working arrangements
• A role which offers several career opportunities

Culture and Benefits

The Department of Transport is committed to building a culture where flexible work arrangements are a focus to support different ways of working, helping employees balance work and life.

How to Apply

Applications should include a resume and covering letter.

Applications close 11.59pm on 26th January 2021

Preferred applicants may be subject to pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Transport will be treated in the strictest confidence.